Why Your Piano Playing Clashes in a Band (and How to Fix It)

Why Your Piano Playing Clashes in a Band (and How to Fix It)

In this video, I break down the most overlooked yet powerful tool in gospel piano: rhythm. Instead of focusing on passing chords, reharmonization, or fancy extensions, I show you how syncopation, swing, eighth-note and triplet subdivisions, and offbeat phrasing can transform your playing—especially when playing in a band or with a backing track.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Rhythmic Playing
01:05 Why Rhythm Matters More Than Reharmonization
02:14 On-Beat vs Off-Beat Playing
03:25 Exploring Triplet Subdivisions
05:01 The Power of Swing Feel
06:27 Demonstrating Rhythmic Contrast with a Band
08:13 Creating Space and Color in Band Settings
10:19 Improvisation and Listening to the Band
12:16 Practicing On and Off the Beat
15:12 The Role of Piano in a Full Band Context
16:32 Why Rhythm Is 80% of My Gospel Playing
17:50 Embracing Creative Mistakes
19:03 Final Thoughts and Program Invitation