Gospel Keyboard Harmony: Step-by-Step Chords and Progressions

Want to play beautiful, soulful gospel music on the keyboard but feel held back by complex chord structures? Understanding musical harmony is the key to unlocking the signature gospel sound. This text-based course guides you step-by-step through the foundational principles of gospel keyboard harmony, helping you transition from playing simple triads to constructing lush, professional-sounding chord progressions. What you'll learn: Understand foundational music theory, scales, and intervals essential for keyboard players; Build major, minor, diminished, and seventh chords used in gospel music; Apply smooth voice leading techniques to transition seamlessly between chords; Master common gospel chord progressions, including passing chords and slash chords; Learn how to add modern color to your playing using chord extensions like 9ths and 11ths; Practice structuring songs by reading and analyzing written chord charts. You will start with core terminology, keyboard layout, and basic scale construction before moving on to advanced chord voicings and stylistic gospel progressions. Through clear written explanations and structured text-based exercises, you will practice and internalize these harmonic concepts at your own pace. This course is designed for beginner keyboardists and aspiring church musicians, with no prior knowledge of music theory required. Start your journey toward mastering gospel keyboard harmony today.