Josiah Crawford-Olesen is a Madison-area musician, educator, and presenter. He earned a Bachelor of Music Education from South Dakota State University, where he served as the head student minister and music leader at the SDSU Lutheran Center. Since graduating in 2022, he has been active as a teacher, performer, and clinician throughout Wisconsin. Josiah lives in Sun Prairie with his partner, Hunter, and their dog, Maple.

Faith and music have always gone hand in hand in my life. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in faith, I learned early on how to make a joyful noise – sometimes louder than I meant to. My time in campus ministry helped me discover a passion for church music and serving others. Today, as an educator and musician, I strive to create and share peace and joy through music, and I’m grateful to continue that work at Pres House.

“Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! Serve the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing.”

Psalm 100:1-2