Jenks HS
1/17/2006
Brad,

I tell many people the reason I feel I am successful, is the fact that I simply surround myself with brilliant people and let them do their job. I am so blessed to know you and admire your talent and resources. Your arrangements are so fantastic and the players you get to play for Jenks High School make us all look and sound so good! ..... I simply want you to know how much I enjoy working with you and want to continue on many different projects!... Again – you are the BEST!

Larry Downey
Jenks HS Vocal Music

7/28/2005
Hi Brad,

I just wanted to thank you again for you help with "Be Thou My Vision." We did it as a offertory this last Sunday, and it went over very well. I hope you keep writing these kinds of things. We really enjoy your work.

David J. Dunning
Music Associate, Calvary Bible Church, Neenah, Wisconsin

2/9/2005
Hey Brad,

Thanks again for making your great charts available for the rest of us to enjoy! We just started using a couple of your arrangements in our pre-service rotation on Saturday nights. They work perfectly! And thanks, too, for taking the extra minute to send over TBN 2 parts for our group. As I said to you earlier, “No bird cage liners here!” Great charts. Great work.Thanks,

Jeremy Good
Worship Ministry, Second Baptist Church, Houston, TX

2/7/2005
Brad,

Thank you so much for your work for the kingdom of God! I often take a small combo out into the community to play at jazz festivals, schools, community events, etc. Your charts work so well in these environments because they are fresh, challenging, fun to play, and they carry the message of Christ in a unique way! I love all of the different styles you cover and enjoy the true jazz sound of many of your arrangements. People listen when we crank up one of your tunes and we get a chance to share about what Christ has done in our lives! My players get so excited when I hand out a "Hendersong"! Keep up the good work - this resource really helps me to fulfill what God has called all of us to do - take the message to the world in the way He has gifted us!

God Bless,

Matt Robb
Green Acres Baptist Church - Tyler, TX

1/31/2005
I have recently produced a complete Easter Cantata using the arranging services of Brad Henderson and have found his work to be exceptional and very timely. He produced the arrangements to my satisfaction in record-time and offered revisions wherever necessary. I gladly recommend his services to anyone looking for a super arranger. I will be utilizing his services again in the very near future with the arranging of various original hymns for a hymn compilation and look forward to working with him on these.

Dr. Charles E. Cravey, Senior Minister & Choral Director
First United Methodist Church, Sylvania, Georgia

1/12/2005
Brad,
We like your stuff……. it's a lot of fun and we sort of have a mix between Chicago, Tower of Power and Maynard Ferguson sound (the latter for the screaming lead trumpet when he feels like cutting loose). I have purchased 5 of your charts thus far for our group that we perform regularly, Jesus is Alive, When We All Get to Heaven, Rock of My Salvation, Open the Eyes to My Heart, and God of Earth and Outer Space along with the minister's and my arrangements. I would sincerely appreciate it if you could point me to some of your favorite arrangements, either instrumental only or with vocals that you have done …. that you think might be interesting for our group. In addition if you ever think of vacationing to Florida and are ever in the St Petersburg area, we would love to have you visit. Hope to hear from you soon.

Scott Whitley
Praise Team member
Pinellas Park, FL

12/13/2004
Thanks, Brad & Mary Kay, for entertaining us. It was an excellent program and everyone enjoyed it. Was so good to see you both. Your spirit really shined through your music. Our best for a blessed holiday for you both and your family.

Gretta & Jim Thompson
Tulsa FBC

9/24/2004
Dear Brad and Mary Kay,

Thank you so much for being a part of our annual women's retreat in the Utah-Idaho convention. I appreciate you sharing from your hearts with our ladies. We were encouraged and challenged by your worship leadership. The music was right on target with the women. You truly led us in a time of worship through both the congregational singing and your specials. Your sister in Christ,

Beth Ann Williams
Utah SBC Convention

8/24/2004
Hey Brad,

Just thought you should know our band loved your jazz arrangements. We used them as preludes for our Easter Musical and the audience really responded. Many thanks.

Glenn Flint
Fairview Missionary Church,
Angola, Indiana.

4/28/2004
Brad,
Just wanted to thank you for the great charts! Our guys love playing them and they fit just great in our worship style here! Keep up the fine work, ok? Blessings, friend!

John (Gage)
Minister of Instrumental Music
Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield, CA

4/28/2004
Before I did my first solo project ever, I had checked out a studio in Oklahoma City, the Gaither studios in Indiana, and then talked to Brad about what he could offer. The other studios I checked out charged by the hour and were more high-pressured situations. For my first project, I knew there would be lots of decisions and things to consider just in the process of creating and recording, so I did not want the added stress of working in an intense studio atmosphere. After talking with Brad and seeing his easy-going demeanor, along with knowing he had the musical and sound engineering experience I needed to keep things at low-cost yet still of the highest quality, I knew Brad would do the best job. And he did!Not only that, but his schedule was flexible and he was always committed to two things - having fun and producing the best project ever for my needs. That mix is difficult to find with lots of "music" types, but Brad provided just such the environment for this artist/songwriter and it was a huge blessing. Anytime I wanted to hear something different or again or do one more take of something, he was extremely patient and accommodating. With Brad, you'll have fun, a top-of-the-line project, created in a low-stress environment where what works best for you and your recording needs is top priority.

Gina Taylor, Nashville

4/27/2004
Hey Brad,
Always trying to find arrangements for my orchestra and praise band. Love your arrangements … we have played “Rock of My Salvation” a couple of Sundays ago, and we are playing “Glorious is Your Name” this weekend. ………..

Ray Weaver
Evergreen Christian Community, Olympia WA

4/22/2004
Dear Praisecharts,
Thank you, thank you, thank you for including these great charts by Brad Henderson. Our instrumental guys have been chomping at the bits to get some new stuff and this is right up our alley. That said, do you carry the chart "Immortal, Invisible"? It's on his album "To the King" but not on the list of charts available. It's a smokin' chart and we'd love to get it. Thanks,

John Armitage, Texas

4/20/2004
As a worship leader I am always on the lookout for thoughtful arrangements of hymns and worship songs that challenge and intrigue musicians and listeners alike. I have found the arrangements of Brad Henderson to fit the bill; they are familiar enough to keep the interest of the audience or congregation - and challenging enough to captivate even the most accomplished of musicians.

Bob Cottrill,
Pastor of Worship, North Park Community Church

3/6/2004
Brad Henderson is an extremely gifted musician. His amazing ears, years of performing experience, and overall grasp of music are the tools that he uses to compose and arrange on a high level. Regardless of the type or size of ensemble that he is creating music for, he always writes in a way that is a joy to both hear and play.

Will Campbell
Director of Jazz Studies, UNC at Charolette, NC

2/26/2004
Brad,
Just a note to say thanks again for providing the music for the reception. Everyone raved about the music; ………. Please express my gratitude to your family and the other members of the group as well. My mom and sisters went on and on about how much they enjoyed Mary Kay's singing. Mother grew up on those tunes and was so impressed with Mary Kay's control and relaxed style, she said she sounded very much like the great singers of her time. She feels like most singers today just scream. Mom is very critical of singers so for her to be impressed is unusual and she really was.Of course I could listen to you and Reid (sax) all day long and thought your son (bass) and the drummer did a great job as well. Again, thanks a bunch. Hopefully some future bookings will come out of it.

Tim Brandt, Coweta OK

11/29/2003
Mary Kay (via Brad's church e-mail):
I want you to know, once again, how much I enjoyed your film clip AND your moments on stage at last night's Missions' Banquet...you are a missionary in every sense of that term and I never cease to be amazed and excited and inspired when I learn of your next involvements.....you are a class act, and Brad and the boys are pretty good guys, too !!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving !!!

George Paden, Tulsa OK

9/10/2003
Brad and Mary Kay Henderson are one-of-a-kind. Their music is truly heartfelt and inspiring and to know their hearts and motives makes it all the more meaningful. They live what they sing about and they will touch everyone who listens.

Bobby Hart
Recording artist, singer

4/20/2002
Brad,I can't tell you how much you and Mary Kay contributed to the WMU Celebration. ………… We would love to use you again and will look for an opportunity to do so. Overwhelming grace keep you!

Deborah Brunt, BGCO