Donnie McClurkin - Only You Are Holy (Beginner) #gospelpiano

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In this video, you'll learn how to play Donnie McClurkin's worship song "Only You Are Holy" in a solo piano style, focusing on combining chords and melody without a backing track. The tutorial is structured into three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced, gradually introducing more complex rhythms and voicings. Starting with the F major key, you'll explore diatonic chords, the number system, and how to internalize the melody for smoother playing. The video also emphasizes the importance of timing, fingering, and creative rhythmic variations in the left hand to enhance your performance.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction to "Only You Are Holy" Tutorial
00:31 - Beginner Version: Overview and Structure
01:59 - Importance of Internalizing the Melody
03:45 - Key of F Major: Number System Breakdown
04:51 - Learning the Melody: First Steps
06:12 - Introducing Chords with the Melody
09:19 - Timing and Rhythm for Beginners
10:24 - The B Section: Melody and Chords
13:54 - Recap and Practice Tips
17:18 - Adding Rhythmic Variations in the Left Hand
19:19 - Breaking Down Left-Hand Rhythms
21:13 - Exploring Different Chord Voicings
22:36 - Pedal Use and Timing
25:11 - Intermediate Rhythms and Chord Progressions
27:24 - Conclusion and Preview of Intermediate Version