Gospel Piano 101 (Beginner Piano Lesson)

Gospel music is a genre unto itself that incorporates traditional sounds with bluesy scales, chords and rhythms; and sometimes it's more about the "feel" than the notes on the page!
In this lesson, Erskine Hawkins gives us an eye-opening introduction with a catchy chord progression and some simple tricks that'll get you playing Gospel in no time!

ABOUT ERSKINE HAWKINS
As a music director for Disney star Zendaya, producer and performer, Erskine Hawkins has done a lot. But his favorite thing in the world is playing gospel piano. After touring with Eminem and Rihanna, Erskine focused on his love for gospel music and playing in church. He has become a true master of the genre.

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⚡️Download the lesson PDF here 😎

⚡️Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:07 - "Make it gospel"
2:10 - The left hand
3:03 - Add in the right hand
3:36 - The grace note
5:12 - Tips n tricks
6:00 - Closing thoughts and review

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If you're looking to take the next steps with your playing on the stage at church or in the comforts of home, we have an all-new full course on Gospel Piano from Erskine just released in our members' area! Check it out for free at:

[cwm]

Finally, a gospel lesson that doesn't start with a complicated demonstration that is broken down into little complicated bits. I'm actually encouraged by this. I stand a chance of playing it! Thank you!

[gospelmusic]

Whoever reading this, I pray for you that God visits your home today with Healings, Blessings, and Miracles. Amen.💕

[curtispronk]

A couple months ago I watched this and went man he’s going too fast no way I’m getting this. Now I just practises playing scales and chord progressions and it actually came easy. Progress is really such an amazing this on an instrument and really motivates to push further.

[iluvpugstoo]

This is so inspiring ! Makes me feel like I could actually play this. What a thoroughly nice teacher.

[hotmessmama]

You do a great job breaking it down and teaching it step by step. (I was a piano teacher for 15 years - classical a little of basic jazz) I'm trying to expand my church piano playing styles. I like to mix it up. So this is helping a great deal. Thank you!

[elnoradavis]

WOW! Amazing! You make me feel like I have a chance. I have struggled for so long trying to play. Thank you so much.

[barbgolden-viox]

Love his style! Will love having him as one of my teachers!

[graemeandannmorton]

older person learning slow learning getting there, you are a really good Teacher.

[crystalk]

Amazing!! LOVE Erskine, what a wonderful teacher. Would love to see more from him.

[TheLordbut]

Wow! That's beautiful! You are also a great teacher! Thanks :)

[juliberk]

I subscribe to Pianote and it is definitely worth it. I just finished watching all the videos from this lesson and it’s so good.

[jacquelinenoakes]

I have tried to learn so many times. I am trying again. I will be there. Thank You 🙏

[MiguelEscalante]

This is one the best tutorials I’ve ever seen!!! Thank you and keep up the great work!!! 👏🏼

[ege]

Starting from the very basic and then adding complications into it... a very wise method of teaching. Thank you!

[orvasteve]

This is so clear and simple to follow. Thank you very much. You’re a good teacher 👍🏾🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[jaysmith]

I love how on this channel whether it's you or the female both of you always show several notes and then play a beautiful piece out of them that I learn pretty easy and I would say I'm still very a beginner because I can't read sheet music.

[rebeccamouse]

The first tutorial on gospel piano that I have Thank you!

[SamRachel]

Gracious! How is this for beginners?? Have to pause and rewind every few seconds to try and find the notes he’s playing. Goes so fast 😳 kuddos to those who can keep up

[joodakai]

With my new found love for Jazz, Gospel, and Neo-Soul: this demonstration has brought understanding to the structure of Gospel and inspires me to try this excercise! Wish more lessons were made in this fashion. Brilliant!