Brent Currie

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Musician, Synthesist

Brent Currie vividly recalls his teenage quest to find an early synthesizer, driven by a desire to create his own imaginative musical landscapes. In the formative days of contemporary worship programs, he began weaving electronic instruments into the church services he accompanied—starting with a drum machine behind the youth choir, then adding vibrant electronic keyboards, and eventually sophisticated synthesizers. Over the years, Brent embraced each new wave of technology, from cutting-edge hardware to the exciting arrival of soft synths. His musical journey began in grade school, playing the well-worn trumpet once cherished by his father. That early connection sparked a deep, lifelong passion for music, which grew as he performed in spirited school bands. With his first paycheck, he eagerly saved to purchase a synthesizer, igniting an enduring exploration of electronic instruments—a journey that still fuels his creativity today.


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