Michael Ledner
1951– · USA · Contemporary
Michael Ledner is a contemporary American Christian music composer and songwriter born in 1951 who has made significant contributions to Lutheran and evangelical hymnody. Working primarily within the Protestant tradition, Ledner has authored numerous hymn texts and musical compositions that reflect modern theological perspectives while maintaining connection to traditional hymnic forms. His works have been featured in various Lutheran and interdenominational hymnals, contributing to the evolution of 20th and 21st-century congregational music. Ledner represents an important voice in contemporary Christian music composition, bridging traditional hymnodic practices with modern worship sensibilities. His contributions continue to influence current evangelical and Lutheran musical traditions.