Elton J.
A very supportive community
A very supportive community. Very encouraging and more than enough to keep you on your toes. It gives you a serious upgrade in your musicianship. Excellent program.
At Hear and Play Music and the Gospel Music Training Center, our passion is helping musicians worldwide unlock the art of playing the piano by ear. Founded in 2000 by Jermaine Griggs, we have dedicated decades to teaching the dynamic skill of understanding and interpreting music through ear training, music theory, and recognizing patterns. Our focus is on soulful music genres that best express this art form, including gospel, jazz, blues, soul, R&B, and pop.We believe that playing by ear transcends traditional music learning methods, allowing musicians to experience and express music in a deeply personal way. Our specialized approach teaches students to hear recurring themes in songs and interpret them creatively on the piano.Over the years, we have reached and serviced more than 2 million musicians through various platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, our email newsletter, free lessons, comprehensive paid courses, and a personalized coaching program. Our resources are designed to cater to learners at different stages of their musical journey, from beginners to advanced players.Hear and Play Music and the Gospel Music Training Center is more than just a teaching platform; it's a community where musicians come together to share, learn, and celebrate the joy of music. Join us, and embark on a musical adventure that will transform the way you hear and play music.
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Elton J.
A very supportive community. Very encouraging and more than enough to keep you on your toes. It gives you a serious upgrade in your musicianship. Excellent program.
OJ
Excellent instructors
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First and foremost Hear and Play has phenomenal teachers/ coaches. They provide clear instructions and willing to give time to thoroughly answer questions. Their positive approach is reflected in the community spaces as well which encourage novice like me to keep trying.
Cassandra
I’m just getting started. But I like what I have experienced so far. Thanks for the professionalism.
Carolyn
Great method of teaching, loved all the way. Very knowledgeable, effective instruction and practically easy to follow. It was amazing to see the students of all different ages and all of them seem to have learned efficiently.
Debra J.
Hear and play and Gospel Music Training center is great for all piano players at all levels. I have learned and I'm continuing to learn so much as I master the skills of playing a piano, with confidence fluently! Thank you!
Janice M.
Everyone seems to really care about you and if they're being helpful. Playing by ear is not easy and using Chords, Progression, Diminished, Circle of Fifths, Seventh, learning to Modulate (play in different keys), etc is downright confusing at times. I think that most of us (students) are trying to learn, or trying to play more skillfully, because we want to play Gospel music for a Church, Group, etc. The Music Theory and all the other Stuff and the over 100 chords is Overwhelming for some of us - especially, if you're elderly. Trying to Remember so much, in a record amount of time, so that one can be a decent Musician is more than a thought - or desire. I feel that Hear & Play does the best that they can; given that no 2 people comprehend or learn in the same way - nor at the same pace. They have old instructional and newer instructions. The newer ones are an improvement, which goes to show that GMTC is trying to meet the needs of their students and trying to use "Tried & True methods" that will help us get Up & Running as soon as possible. Personally, I might get stuck every now and then, but there's ALWAYS someone whose more than willing to help.
customer
I'm a newbie. So far I can say that I appreciate the full explanations of everything in the videos, the practice aids/pdf's, the patience and enthusiasm of the teachers. I'm very glad I'm here.