An introduction to Paul Westermeyer’s Church Musicians: Reflections on Their Call, Craft, History, and Challenges

Have you ever met Paul Westermeyer? As I was reading his book Church Musicians: Reflections on Their Call, Craft, History, and Challenges, I recognized the direct but impactful style of his discourse from the many times I have talked with him, worked with him, and heard his presentations. The breadth of his knowledge and experience as a musician, pastor, theologian, editor, and teacher is astonishing, surpassed only by his sense of commitment to the ministerial life.