A native of Birmingham, AL, Karl received a degree in Music Education from Berry College in Rome, GA with an instrumental emphasis on trumpet. He then moved to Atlanta where he taught music for two years. Before joining the staff of City Church, Karl was Director of Worship for Grace Church, in the Atlanta area. While classically trained, Karl's love for folk and other music forms brings a unique depth to the music of City Church. He and his wife, Wendi, have four children.