Creating Gospel Piano Vamps

In this comprehensive tutorial, I delve into the intricacies of creating vamps, an essential component of Gospel music known for its repetitive musical phrases and chord progressions that build intensity and support improvisation. Starting with a detailed sound check, I address echo issues and encourage viewer interaction. I then demonstrate the process of establishing vamps using popular Gospel songs like "How Great Is Our God" and "Alpha and Omega," breaking down chord progressions, secondary dominants, inverted dominants, chromatic descent, and first inversions. The video also features an engaging Q&A session. I answer questions about virtual pianos, balancing CCM and Gospel styles, developing hand coordination through technical exercises, and practical applications of advanced chords. By providing practical examples and theoretical insights, I help viewers enhance their Gospel piano playing skills and seamlessly integrate vamps into their performances.

Chapter Titles:

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
01:09 - Sound Check: Piano and Microphone
02:23 - Solving the Echo Issue
03:16 - Encouragement to Like, Comment, and Share
04:00 - Getting More Viewers to Join
05:03 - Demonstration Key Selection
06:05 - Greetings and Shoutouts from Various Locations
08:04 - Preparing to Start the Lesson
09:08 - Introduction to Creating Vamps
10:30 - Explanation of Vamps in Gospel Music
12:13 - Importance of Vamps in Worship
12:44 - Key of A Flat: How Great Is Our God
13:45 - Creating a Loop for How Great Is Our God
16:40 - Breakdown of Chords and Theory
18:37 - Adding Improvisatory Material
21:18 - Altering Chords for Complexity
22:27 - Using Chromatic Descent
23:31 - Voicing and First Inversions
25:07 - Establishing Starting Chords for Vamps
26:34 - Context of Songs for Vamps
28:35 - Key of F: Alpha and Omega
29:40 - Logical Spot for Vamps in Songs
30:32 - Creating a Vamp for Alpha and Omega
31:39 - Breakdown of Loop for Alpha and Omega
34:57 - Using Secondary Dominants
37:04 - Practical Examples of Vamps
38:27 - Importance of Implementation
39:37 - Q&A Session Begins
41:03 - Recommendations for Virtual Pianos
43:31 - Addressing Playing Various Genres
45:20 - Getting Back into Piano Practice
47:09 - Developing Technique for Beginners
49:21 - He Knows My Name: Song Analysis
50:28 - Identifying Logical Spots for Vamps
52:27 - Balancing CCM and Gospel Playing
54:26 - Building Advanced Chords from Triads
57:04 - Traditional Gospel Songs: Glory Glory Hallelujah
59:11 - Specific Song Requests
1:01:56 - Jesus on the Main Line
1:03:52 - Reggae Style: Donnie McClurkin's Song
1:06:05 - Addressing Minor Scale and Chords
1:09:21 - CCM and Gospel Balance
1:12:13 - Playing Victory is Mine
1:14:01 - Learning Songs and Practicing Technique
1:16:50 - Traditional Gospel Song: Glory Glory Hallelujah
1:19:21 - Closing Remarks and Final Q&A
1:21:59 - Final Words and Thank You