Austin is the author of the How to Play Piano in 14 Days and How to Play Keyboard in 14 Days from Troy Nelson Music. His Classical background in Piano has led him to develop a novel, modern approach to learning the Piano. He understands the fundamentals necessary to begin playing keyboard, but also understands what most new musicians are looking for a fun and easy approach to play great music fast.

He has been playing Piano and keyboard for the past 25 years and has spent the last 12 years training young musicians to lead in worship settings.