Allen Burke

Allen Burke is bringing years of study, exposure, and experience to each rehearsal and service at Speedway United Methodist Church. He is a multi-talented musician whose God-given unique playing style and vocal range opened incredible opportunities for him to work closely with many talented artists, and various national and international recording stars.

After retiring from touring in 2002, Allen accepted the honor of being Director of Music Ministries at Speedway United Methodist Church. On Sunday mornings, you can find him playing and singing for his home congregation. Many familiar hymns are given new life with updated rhythms and instrumentation to appeal to congregations of every age.

Following his mother’s longtime motto, “children are our greatest dividends”, Allen is known as “Mr. Allen” to his pre-k and kindergarten students at Speedway United Methodist Child Care, where he has taught since 2005.

“I am so happy that my wife, Melanie and I chose to attend and become members of Speedway U.M.C. We love the sincerity of our congregation and leadership. I humbly feel that there’s so much more to be offered and gained through the music I am a part of now, here at Speedway U.M.C. than anything I’ve done previously. I’ve come to know the arrangement of the music is not the focus, but the ‘vehicle’ to deliver the more important message of God’s love, mercy, and forgiveness. My task is to team with our Pastor and the other musicians in our choir and praise team to enhance and further illustrate that truth.”