Grant Norsworthy

Through stories, word pictures and songs, Grant Norsworthy possesses a rare ability to reshape sometimes-overwhelming concepts into deep-yet-simple thoughts that propel listeners to realization and action. Now based in Nashville, TN but originally from Melbourne, Australia, Grant s style is immediate and energizing. With a relaxed, disarming approach, fresh Aussie humor, award-winning musicianship, and healthy self-analysis, he is sure to engage, encourage and challenge any audience.As the bassist with top CCM (Christian Contemporary Music) bands such as PC3 (Paul Colman Trio) and Sonicflood, and as a solo artist Grant Norsworthy's musical achievements are notable. In the process of producing a body of critically acclaimed and much-loved music, he has gathered a Grammy nomination and a Dove Award.But Grant is also a qualified, experienced teacher and a much-sought-after speaker at festivals, conferences, colleges and church services. Through "word & song" he combines his skills as a musician and a teacher to extraordinary effect. Grant comes equipped with a vast experience of cultural diversity and a healthy fascination with the human condition. He has traveled as a speaker and musician to all 50 of the US states and numerous countries over five continents. Growing up on the edge of the globe in Australia has given Norsworthy a passionate desire to explore the world and authentically engage with life's joys and struggles wherever and however they occur. As an "alien" in the USA, Grant offers a fresh perspective on the American Christian culture - that challenges audiences to re-examine accepted "truth".An avid spokesperson for the child advocacy organization Compassion International (www.compassion.com), Grant Norsworthy openly seeks opportunities to gather support for their work. In his own words, "I have seen Compassion in action in Thailand and Rwanda. My life has been radically changed through connections with the children that my family and I sponsor and love. I am passionate about what Compassion does and how they do it. I'm excited about representing Compassion and supporting their efforts. Through word and song, I will be seeking to do just that whenever and wherever possible."