About Lee Ladensack

For more than twenty years, I have led worship music in Highlands and Cashiers, North Carolina. In fact, my church work began in 2004 at the historic Summer Chapel on Whiteside Cove. The popular 11 a.m. service draws locals and visitors from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

After summer, I lead services at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Cashiers until November. In addition, I serve year-round at the Highlands Methodist Church for their 9:09 bluegrass service. I also make regular appearances at the Highlands Presbyterian Church. Moreover, other churches often invite me to share traditional gospel favorites.

Thank you School Music Program!

My musical journey began at age 11 on trumpet. Then, it shifted at 16 when my dad gave me my first guitar and a Roy Clark booklet. I grew up in coastal Brunswick, Georgia. I graduated from Glynn Academy before joining the United States Naval Band as a trumpeter. There, I studied many instruments and worked with exceptional musicians. As a result, they helped shape my musical foundation.

Over the years, I have played in many bands. Furthermore, I have worked in studios as a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. I continue to write and record new material for my album, “Life – Music – Stages.”

Why I Created How I Play Gospel on Guitar

Songbooks often disappear each Sunday because visitors take them home. My own book was falling apart. Therefore, to stay organized, I created digital chord sheets on my iPad. Then, I decided to compile the 50 most requested songs into a book. People can use it at home either on paper or on a device.

These chord sheets use common keys and clear time signatures. Additionally, they include simple intros for group sing-alongs. Even so, non–worship leaders find these gospel standards useful. You can print them or use them on your phone or iPad.

I cannot include full sheet music because of copyright rules. You will need to know the melodies. However, you can visit my YouTube channel to see how I play each song. Enjoy!