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Every Concert Brings Us Closer to London
Introducing: The London Conversation in Song It started with a dream—one that is carrying us from small-town stages toward the crosswalk in front of Abbey Road Studios in London. This fall, that dream takes another step forward with two special fundraising concerts in Lancaster and Carlisle, PA. We’re calling it The London Conversation in Song,…
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What It Really Takes
The Quiet Work Before the Sound If you like a peek inside the rehearsal room—or the storyboards before the actual movie—this is for you. Back in January 2025, I created a detailed practice plan to prepare for Double Keyed’s upcoming recording with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road. As of now, I’m working on…
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When 5,000 Feels Like a Miracle
Not long ago, I crossed a milestone I never expected when I first started my music career: I reached 5,000 followers on Facebook. For some, that number might not seem particularly impressive. In a world of influencers and viral videos, 5,000 can feel small. But for me, it’s a deeply meaningful marker—and it represents far…
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The Loudest Voice in the Room
“Identify the loudest voice of fear in the room—and do that.” The advice came from my virtual personal growth coach. After years of intentionally working on inside things, I was surprised to realize how quiet the room had become. The once-crowded space—filled with self-doubt, worry, and anxiety—now held only a few lingering voices. The ones…
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When Life Is Hard and Faith Is the Thread
The Story Behind the Song: “God Is Faithful” Sometimes a song is born not from my own story, but from the heart of someone who loves another deeply. A dear woman approached me with a unique request: she wanted to give her friend—a young mother facing the daily challenges of raising a special needs child—something…
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Why Showing Up Matters (Even When It Feels Pointless)
One year ago, on April 27, 2024, I set up a table at a local book fair—an opportunity that came thanks to my Portraits of White book. Having never attended a book fair as an author, I thought, Why not? So, on a dreary morning, I arrived at the venue, laid out my CDs, T-shirts,…
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Two Boots, Four Spouses: Reflections on Relationships and Comfort
Do you like my boots? I couldn’t resist them when I found them last December for 50% off. As someone who’s had her fair share of struggles with feet and shoes (don’t even get me started on the comments I’ve received after concerts 😅), I’ve learned how to prioritize comfort over style when performing. When…
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Do You Trust Me? The Question That Stopped Me in My Tracks
My workplace was closing due to a Weis takeover. I had a choice to make. In the quiet moments, I felt an undeniable pull to let go of the job. Although we were invited to interview for positions with the new store, I had that feeling—you know, the one in the pit of your stomach…
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Hope and Inspiration from Portraits of White: A Journey Through Holiday Struggles
“Story is what connects us as human beings, and Frances Drost draws you into speculating about your own life stories. How does one dream up a song, a piece of art, a cure for disease? What is the story behind an event, a moment of joy or grief? Frances has a gift for story that…
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A Waltz to Remember.
As part of the Center Stage Arts in Health program at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Hospital, I play the grand piano in the lobby once a month. Since the piano is stationed near a Starbucks, I get to observe a lot of people waiting for their drink orders. One afternoon, while playing the ‘Blue…
Singer / Songwriter / Pianist / Bestselling Author
Frances Drost 