Advanced Keyboard
Advanced Keyboard
John Martin | WorshipGod 2014 West: Triune
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Last year John led a seminar for pianists who wanted to learn how to play charts. This year’s class is geared towards more intermediate to advanced keyboardists. John will cover a variety of techniques specifically for playing the piano in a band. Topics will include starting and ending songs, voicings, rhythmic variety, modulations, stylistic nuances unique to playing in a worship setting, and more.
Advanced Piano Techniques (Part 1)
Advanced Piano Techniques (Part 1)
Jon Payne | WorshipGod 2009: From Generation to Generation
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This class will be geared towards pianists who play by ear and are looking for ways to develop their skill. Topics to be covered include transitions, voicings, accompanying, and different styles.
Advanced Piano Techniques (Part 2)
Advanced Piano Techniques (Part 2)
Jon Payne | WorshipGod 2009: From Generation to Generation
Audio, PDF
This class will be geared towards pianists who play by ear and are looking for ways to develop their skill. Topics to be covered include transitions, voicings, accompanying, and different styles.
From Notes to Charts: Keyboards
From Notes to Charts: Keyboards
John Martin | WorshipGod 2013 West: Called to Be Faithful
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The goal of this seminar is to help classically trained pianists interpret guitar charts effectively and find a part to play within the context of a contemporary band sound. Topics will include chord structure and voicings, harmonic and rhythmic options, different uses of the left and right hands, deciding when to play melody, and the use of the various sounds available on an modern synthesizer.
Keyboard: Maximizing Your Contribution
Keyboard: Maximizing Your Contribution
Jonatan Barahona | WorshipGod 2015 East: Triune
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We live in a time in which endless technological possibilities are available to keyboardists when it comes to their musical contribution to the corporate worship gathering. Have you ever asked yourself, "Where do I even begin with all there is to choose from?" With so many keyboard, synth, and software options this can be a little overwhelming. Jonny Barahona, an experienced keyboardist well versed in the dynamics of worship music, will discuss creative & practical ways to venture into the…
Loops, Clicks, Keys, and Tricks
Loops, Clicks, Keys, and Tricks
Bryan Deitrich | WorshipGod 2019: The Glorious Christ
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When is a piano more than a piano? When it’s powered by a laptop. More than ever, keyboardists are using sounds generated by software programs. What are the benefits and drawbacks? What programs are available and what do they do? What do I need to consider before adding a computer to my setup? These questions and more will be addressed in this breakout designed for keyboardists thinking about making the switch or already using software sounds.
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 1)
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 1)
Bob Kauflin | WorshipGod 2011: The Gathering
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In this three hour workshop, geared towards intermediate to advanced pianists, Bob will be covering a wide variety of techniques relevant to playing the piano in a band. Drawing on thirty years of experience, he’ll cover topics including starting and ending songs, voicings, effective modulations, the use of the left hand, modernizing hymns, individual vs. group playing, and more. A video shot of the keyboard will be projected for more effective communication. Note: Bryan Dietrich will be teaching a more…
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 2)
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 2)
Bob Kauflin | WorshipGod 2011: The Gathering
Audio
In this three hour workshop, geared towards intermediate to advanced pianists, Bob will be covering a wide variety of techniques relevant to playing the piano in a band. Drawing on thirty years of experience, he’ll cover topics including starting and ending songs, voicings, effective modulations, the use of the left hand, modernizing hymns, individual vs. group playing, and more. A video shot of the keyboard will be projected for more effective communication. Note: Bryan Dietrich will be teaching a more…
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 3)
Piano in Contemporary Worship (Part 3)
Bob Kauflin | WorshipGod 2011: The Gathering
Audio
In this three hour workshop, geared towards intermediate to advanced pianists, Bob will be covering a wide variety of techniques relevant to playing the piano in a band. Drawing on thirty years of experience, he’ll cover topics including starting and ending songs, voicings, effective modulations, the use of the left hand, modernizing hymns, individual vs. group playing, and more. A video shot of the keyboard will be projected for more effective communication. Note: Bryan Dietrich will be teaching a more…