Stephen M. Griner, MM

“Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.” --M. Luther

• Teaching & Education

  You will learn with me when taking courses in Piano.

  Degrees

  • BS Music Education, Bob Jones University
  • MM Piano Performance, Bob Jones University
  • Postgraduate Study in Performance and Pedagogy, Marta Mihich
• Professional Experience

  My experience includes thirty-four years of private instruction experience and serving as music theater conductor for eleven years, in music theatre performance for nine years, and as church music director for 23 years.

• Selected Publications

  Sacred solo works:

  • “Take the world, but give me Jesus.” Pub. by C & L Enterprises
  • “O Love that wilt not let me go.” Pub. by Pinner Publications

  String solo arrangement:

  • “Holy, Holy, Holy.” Pub. By Pinner Publications

  Brass arrangement:

  • “Jesus, what a friend for sinners.” Pub. by Jantz Music Publications
• My Network

  I will gladly involve you in my circle that includes:

  • Phil Elkins, Director of Operations and Orchestra Personnel, Greenville Symphony
  • Debbie Bell, Executive director, South Carolina Childrens’ Theatre
  • Susan Messer, interim music director, First Presbyterian Church Greenville
• My Story

  Music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. My father taught my three brothers and me to sing together from a very young age. I have been playing the piano since getting a toy piano at four years of age. I started formal lessons when I was nine and began playing for church when I was ten. I have been a part of the church music scene ever since. In high school, I knew that I wanted to play in church for a living and teach piano privately. While in college, I had a job as a collaborative pianist. I really enjoyed working with soloists and ensembles. Fast forward through many providential twists and turns on life’s journey, I found out about a collaborative pianist position at NGU six years ago. I never thought that God would lead me here, but He has, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to help future professional musicians develop their skills for the glory of God and the enjoyment of their neighbor.

  Favorite Course to Teach:

  Piano. I love to share the joy of playing this wonderful instrument.