LEARN A LITTLE. PRACTISE IT WELL.

Music you can put into practice.

Start with the marks on a hymn sheet. Build a few chords, listen to how they fit, and prepare to play with others. These short lessons are written for church keyboardists and singers starting out.

6 minute read · includes practice

Reading notes and rhythm

Hollow and filled notes, counting, rests and the marks you see in a hymn.

5 minute read · includes practice

Build a major or minor chord

Find three notes, hear the difference and practise on a keyboard.

7 minute read · includes practice

The chords that belong to a key

Start with I, IV and V. Add minor chords and practise simple changes.

5 minute read · includes practice

Playing together in church

Introductions, choir and organist cues, a steady pace and bringing the congregation along.

5 minute read · includes practice

A practical Amen ending

Hear C → C(add4) → G → C, then practise the cue and final release.