How to Play Passing Chords on Piano for Beginners

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🎯 Welcome back to our Pretty Simple Music channel! In this week's piano tutorial you'll learn how to fill in the gaps by adding "passing" chords, in addition to adding passing tones, chromatic drops and tritones... The goal is for you to be able to flow & express your own creative piano skills freely on the piano within a very short time of learning. Our mission is to simplify your musical journey!
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⏰ Video Timeline:
0:00 Intro
0:25 Basic Chords
0:40 Step One - Fifths
1:10 Step Two - Inversions
1:40 Step Three - Passing Tones
2:55 Step Four - Passing Chords
4:50 Step Five - Chromatic Tritones
7:40 Real-Life Scenario

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@logikriver 2 жыл бұрын

Even an advanced piano player has to watch from step 1 🤩

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Ha!!! Love it bro!!! Advanced - Maybe not Step 1, but there’s definitely a lot packed into the simplicity of each step! 🔥🔥🔥 Much love 💚

@Josekawa96 2 жыл бұрын

I was just wandering where he left the beginner part

@logikriver 2 жыл бұрын

@@Josekawa96 Lol 🤣 I understand what you mean

@kabuungecha7614 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to be here.

@mimisglamour9642 Жыл бұрын

Indeex

@keysbythenumbers 2 жыл бұрын

And that’s a big YES for me on tri-tone breakdowns.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Dude said big YEs!!! I guess that definitely means I need to put it on the to-do list!!! I'll keep you posted on what I come up with my bro!!

@stalingomez5251 Жыл бұрын

I've tried a lot of video tutorials and courses but i didnt advance at all, until i found your channel. Your excercises and way of teaching is the best i found here. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@seanonel 2 жыл бұрын

"Amazing Twinkle, how sweet the star" There. You"ll never unhear that!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Ha!!! I love it bro... Yessir, always trying to keep it simple and relative for instant playability!!! Much love! 💚

@seanonel 2 жыл бұрын

@@prettysimplemusic You're a legend in my opinion. Love what you share with us. Many thanks and blessings in Him!

@philatkinson3955 2 жыл бұрын

I tried this last night...wow new day, new life, new opportunity...I am very excited about all this, even with my missing right index finger, I am praising God...I was playing Amazing Grace last night and crying...🥰🙏🎶

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! This 1000% MADE MY DAY!!!! 🔥💚

@NOVIAUGI 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I love how simple you make playing. Many Blessings.

@Bashanvibe 2 жыл бұрын

I love how take everyday applications and make it a teaching lesson with a different approach making me see more options from what I normally play!!!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

My brooooo!!! The baddest board player in the ATL!!! Thanks bro - I'm trying... it's a process trying to simplify what is already so simple, then make it into something relative to what is needed for the gig/job/occasion... Much love my man!!! 💚

@SterlingChris-tion 2 жыл бұрын

I'VE BEEN PLAYING 🎹 FOR A WHILE BUT YOUR VIDEOS HAVE TAUGHT ME A LOT! 💪🏾🙏🏾💯

@femia9928 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks KC!! Been hearing stuff like this and use to wonder how it was done! Now I am also learning to jam like the pros! I appreciate the time you take to break this down

@elvisngenzi6932 Жыл бұрын

Love your energy, and you truly live your purpose here to simplify music. It's very clear. God bless you. Hope you'll get to doing videos on improvising on the keyboard sometime.

@KennethGonzalez 2 жыл бұрын

KC, your breakdowns and ideas are *the best*! This is applied ear training at its finest

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

My man KENNETH!!!!! As always man, you keep me lifted and encouraged! I don’t take our friendship on this musical journey for granted! Guitar, Keys, whatever… We’re truly stronger together!!! 💚

@YerPalSkipp 2 жыл бұрын

I love everything I've learned from you, and look forward to keeping that going FOREVER!!! Thank you so much! Am making Monday our day!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

John thanks man... really I greatly appreciate even your anticipation for Monday's new video upload... It's truly a blessing and I'm honored my bro! Much love and look forward to seeing you here and chatting with you next Monday!!! 💚

@shawnwellons1744 2 жыл бұрын

I have been teaching myself piano or keys for 20years or more and lately I thought about giving up but all I can say is where have you been All of My LIFE, watching this video has inspired me to try again because I can play but it's pretty plain to me but with this I believe that I can add flavor now so thank you and I'll definitely be watching

@henrymwansa5906 Жыл бұрын

THANKS, BEST TEACHER I'VE COME ACROSS ONLINE!

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Wow!! Thanks so much Henry!! So glad you are enjoying the channel!! Much love ☀️💚

@Jvaldes609 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so amazed at the content of your channel my brother I listen offline at my job then go home and review in front of my board it helps when you are so clear in your explanation’s.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Mannnn that’s actually a great idea!!! To listen first to get an overview, then dig deeper when you’re able to sit and dive in! Love it my bro! See ya again when you get home & much love! 💚

@francissukwa4855 2 жыл бұрын

I love this. At least you have done it easy allowing some of us to understand you better. Though faster as usual, but it is better.

@ifeanyiemezue741 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice KC. Love watching your tutorials and paid videos. Love to see the tritone tutorial

@slawekiwanek402 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you for those tips and tricks ! When you got to the tritons, I felt like I am in a boat with super nice ups and downs down the river ! Thank you !

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Slawek!!! It’s truly my pleasure… I really love that analogy of the boat!! 🛶

@AugustusTaffy 2 жыл бұрын

Literally one of the most amazing pianist and teacher I know!!!

@Napoleon2010able Жыл бұрын

Hey KC, man you never stop amazing with your approaches on the piano. As I was watching this video, I was wondering if you could explain the basic on the foundation of building passing chords and tritones especially for me as a beginner. Thank you so much and you're a blessing to me and others. Keep up the good work 👍

@Triumphinchrist1 Жыл бұрын

I think this is one of your best videos! Glory 😃!

@asburytownnecknetworkatnne6850 2 жыл бұрын

You have truly been a inspiration

@nikkic5346 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad that you slowed things down for the beginner. Your videos are awesome and you are very talented. I am a older person just learning to play and these videos are very helpful for people that’s learning later in life , thanks again and yes do a tritone video. Do you do virtual training by chance ?

@doalfy 2 жыл бұрын

That's a WOW man.. You just left me with a BIG smile !!! and Yes for some tritone please

@blasterkapisa9706 2 жыл бұрын

Love this guy. God bless u

@elitainmentmusicband471 2 жыл бұрын

Am really enjoying the worship feel..

@lynmccullough1017 2 жыл бұрын

Bro!!! I’ve been following you since the 4 chord groove! And you’re a real blessing. I appreciate you kc!👏🏾🤟🏾🔥

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

OMG!!!! I haven't heard anyone mention that video in yeeaaaarrrrsss!!! That means you're legit a real follower and supporter my bro!!! I greatly appreciate you man... really!!! Much love 💚

@Chaborlittle 2 жыл бұрын

How beautiful you play! 😇 Thank you for this video.

@ezeokoyechibuifem881 2 жыл бұрын

I saw beginner and almost faded it lol Thank God I watched it, there was quite some stuffs to pick and use. Love you man!!!! @KC

@joecreed8131 Жыл бұрын

KC I can't thank u enough men. Ave really inproved thanks 2 u

@michaelthemitschkopetsch6350 2 жыл бұрын

So cool to hear you cheering....thank you

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael! I’m truly blessed to have your love and support and for taking time out to comment! Much love 💚

@Adobadoa 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks KC, God bless you.

@christythomas7867 Жыл бұрын

I am 100% Southern gospel..trying to teach my self ..female age 71.. to play by ear ..love the content however its a little fast for me however I will continue to watch hopefully learning to play better..thank you....saw a few things I can learn to incorporate with my limited ability

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Hey Christy!! Keep up the good work!! If it is helpful for you, you can always slow down the video playback speed and follow along that way! Thanks so much for watching! ☀️💚

@reubendumbura8765 2 жыл бұрын

This is good you make it look simple not complicated. Thank you so much KC

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Reuben!!! That is always my goal - to simplify your musical journey!!! Happy to help and much love 💚

@anointedfingerz598 2 жыл бұрын

I get inspired whenever I watch your lessons. Please can you make a video on tritone and giant steps

@wantehtelevision 2 жыл бұрын

You are the booster of my piano life.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wowowowowow!!! Never heard that before! I greatly appreciate the encouragement! Glad to play a part in your piano life!!! Much love! 💚

@fabianwiley3580 2 жыл бұрын

Peace and blessings to you and your family my brother I've been following you haven't been playing my piano nor practicing but I promise you you are the best teacher I've ever had the opportunity to indulge with for the past five years and I have not push myself but from this day forth in the name of Jesus Christ I would do so I love your energy I love your spirit God bless you and your family

@enochadeboye1284 2 жыл бұрын

I so much love your video sir🙇‍♂️.... always making what seems like a big deal nothing ☺️☺️....my number one KZfaq legend on keyboard 🤩🤩

@sammystixx Жыл бұрын

Love this man. You have to definitely do a video on tritones. They are fireeee ❤

@lenaking8056 2 жыл бұрын

you are so great! kc. I love it! It's really heping me to expand my musi🥰🥰

@jeffreyabraham7051 Жыл бұрын

May God bless you brother. This video was truly a blessing! I will definitely use these beautiful chord tips for the Lord. thank you

@prettysimplemusic 3 ай бұрын

Ah wow!! Thanks so much Jeffrey!! So glad you enjoyed the video, much love and many blessings to you!! ☀️💚

@ssemdavid8955 2 жыл бұрын

This video blessed me

@stevengangaram4011 2 жыл бұрын

KC, love how you're sharing! Yes, I would love more info on tritones and how to apply! Thx in advance!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Steven wussup my bro! Yessir I’ll definitely dig deeper into them as well as discovering the most easiest way to apply them! Much love and many blessings! 💚

@sunkingpriest2454 2 жыл бұрын

The master A1 best of the best piano teacher !

@malvinmanuel4518 Жыл бұрын

It was helpful and tritones lesson is of paramount importance to learn

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Love to hear this!! So glad you found this video helpful, much love! ☀️💚

@igpgrace2972 8 ай бұрын

your music lesson its just wow. i have been missing this

@prettysimplemusic 5 ай бұрын

Ah thanks so much!! ☀️💚

@jarsamlemiperry543 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making my musical journey sweet😍

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

My bro Jarsam... It's TRULY My pleasure 😊Blessed to have you on this journey with me! Much love 💚

@olayinkavictor9138 2 жыл бұрын

Great content, KC. So clear and well simplified. I would love you to do a video on Tri tone and it's application in a real scenario. Thank you, KC.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Yessir my bro Olayinka!!! I appreciate the acknowledgement of the simplicity as well! Much love 💚

@danielsmall8154 Жыл бұрын

You're the best I come across on KZfaq...ever

@danielbenitez7265 2 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias. Muy buen contenido

@danysynthe5975 2 жыл бұрын

You blessed me today...

@DynamicRockers 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks KC for the lesson and your positivity! The chromatic addons are so nice to spice up the transitions.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! I was a little reluctant to add that type of dissonance, but it seemed to crossover pretty well... Much love my friend and thanks for the encouragement!!!

@DynamicRockers 2 жыл бұрын

@@prettysimplemusic There's so many possibilities but this one definitely has a gospel vibe. You're welcome KC, great video as usual. thanks a lot for the great quality of content you share.

@barnabesebio8698 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks to you KC I love you for your help today !

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Barnabé!!! I'm glad I could help.. Happy Monday my friend!!! 💚

@JeremyTysonGovan Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing and helping others in their worship

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

It truly is my pleasure! Thanks so much for your love and support! ☀️💚

@pastordavidssayndeejr 3 ай бұрын

I been playing for over 20 years but I don't play like pros. I decided to take my music career more seriously and YOUR CHANEL IS DOING THAT for me. You are born a TEACHER.❤

@EJPlays_. 2 жыл бұрын

Love your ways man

@zackariasholmdahlsjoberg9626 11 ай бұрын

This was exactly what i needed in my life right now!! He Will provide 🙏

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Yes He will!! Thanks so much for watching, much love! ☀️💚

@sselunjogisimonpeter3377 Ай бұрын

Very good! God bless you

@philatkinson3955 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I lost a right index finger on my right hand few years back...but this showed me 1-3-5 no matter what position I can handle...I played clsssical when I was a kid, but now I am retired and enjoying your videos! God bless, you changed my life, I love piano...and I'm a professional drummer for last 30 years...lol🙏🥰😎👍

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Phil!!!! Yessir man, I’ve discovered that we really only need our thumb and pinky to get the job done!!! The other fingers are the fill in notes!!! Much love my bro and glad that you’re touching lives both on keys and as a professional drummer!!! 🔥🔥🔥💚💚💚

@n0limittroy 2 жыл бұрын

You’re the reason why I love music.

@franklinowusuafriyie7484 2 жыл бұрын

KC I think doing some Tri-tones video will be lovely..please help some beginners like me out 😄

@FirstSonsMotif 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely do a video on Tritones!! When you hit them things my soul caught fire lol!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha... man... I love them just as much... they're certainly a tricky topic, but I think I have a workaround to make them super simple to implement asap... Much love my bro! 💚

@fernandocupil.6463 2 жыл бұрын

ME encantan tus videos. Eres muy carismático y divertido. Transmite ese "feeling" en el piano facilmente. Dios te bendiga. Thank u so much PrettySimpleMusic. More videos like this plssss

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

My bro Fernando!!! Mannn thanks so much I appreciate you bro! I’ll def keep these coming!

@enshuti 2 жыл бұрын

Yes please do a in depth video on tritones 🙌😊

@Worshiperification 2 жыл бұрын

Yeeeessssss you change my monday... You're bless

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. That's awesome!!! No greater compliment than knowing I made your Monday that much better!!! Much love and I'll see ya' next Monday 💚

@SEFNESS Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing brother 💯🔥🙌 this helps a lot! 🙏

@sindityika2987 Жыл бұрын

Thank You KC, you are my tone - tuner.....I am advancing further

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! Love to be part of your musical journey! Much love ☀️💚

@joycejoyification 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your generosity

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Joyce, it's so great to see you here in the comment section... I am grateful for your love and support... The generosity is mutual... Much love! 💚

@timileyinphilemon7564 2 жыл бұрын

KC I’m sending loads of love to you from Nigeria, I’m a big fan of yours and your videos have helped my playing a whole lot. Please do a comprehensive video on TRITONES(how to form them,use them and apply them into playing gospel). Much love KC💕💕💕

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Timileyin!!! I'm so glad to hear of the impact we've made on your musical journey!!! I will certainly give my take and approach for tritones in the near future!!! Much love my bro and to all of my family in Nigeria!!!

@annclairedc Жыл бұрын

New info for me…. Excellent and creative ideas…. So grateful!

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Love to hear this!! Thanks so much for watching, much love!! ☀️💚

@dazzybizzle 2 жыл бұрын

This is a perfect lesson structure doesn't get any better than this... all in 9 minutes... and for free? Lord have mercy and God bless you

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Taylor!!!! Thanks and again THANKS! I appreciate the kind words and the blessings! Much love to you and hope to see you around in the near future! 💚

@makhimanqina8776 Жыл бұрын

You are my favorite man, thanks and please don't get tired of us. From South Africa

@prettysimplemusic 3 ай бұрын

Thanks my man!! I'll never get tired of putting content out for you all! Much love to you in South Africa! ☀️💚

@samwright285 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank u

@user-rj3sd5qb4n Жыл бұрын

Yes you made it very easy to understand......Where were you all theses years...Thanks my brother

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Love to hear this!! So glad to have you along with us now my brother! ☀️💚

@leahgodson2319 2 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful; thank you so much!

@maijoshua4603 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@quelsmusic3791 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bro ….❤️👊🏾 I needed this lesson 🔥🔥🔥

@benedicterhema Жыл бұрын

You are a Blessing ❤❤❤😮‍💨

@themodernscientist 2 жыл бұрын

I've playing piano for quiet some time but your videos even the ones for beginners proof super useful to me. You deserve more than just a thumbs up and a comment. Thanks once again man. 😃

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Dr. Desmond!!! You’re right, sometimes as experienced musicians we can still find something useful in the smallest simplest of concepts! Much love to you and many blessings! 💚

@jamesallen5223 2 жыл бұрын

Was about to leave a similar comment! Not a beginner but I guess still a beginner in some ways and found this video useful

@musician1026 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of us piano players who want to get better with the passing chords you are very special to us right now I'll be listening

@joybenjaminyou3904 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is awesome, your explanation is superb. I would love you to complete that song, Amazing Grace

@Briabeats420 Жыл бұрын

Yh, because this video is in no way for a beginner. This video actually explains nothing.. Just shows how to make the passing chords in a c-f progression and if your chord progression is different, none of the creator's concern

@keysbythenumbers 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making the complex simple KC!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Really my bro - I'm Happy to help! 💚

@nelsonmadrid7758 2 жыл бұрын

Wow I feel so blessed , may God bless you

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Nelson! I’m blessed to have your love and support! Much love and many blessings to you! 💚

@kwekukeyz4522 2 жыл бұрын

I love it sir

@user-zs8do6rj5x 9 ай бұрын

Tysm Sir Beck. You're a livin legend

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!! Much love ☀️💚

@temmydaniel5387 Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely beautiful sir... More power to your elbow, Boss

@jackscot5952 Жыл бұрын

Advanced chords got a lot easier. Thanks

@tinaiortim1518 2 жыл бұрын

Am enjoying your lesson

@lucasmateusluciano3123 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Your job is amazing! I'm Brazilian, but I still can learn a Lot with you!

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! I'm grateful for your encouragement... Blessing to ALL of my family in Brazil!!!

@ArunPDsilva 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos... Super simple Simply powerful

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Arun!!! This means so much my bro! Thanks and I hope to see you next Monday!!! 💚

@ghpianovoicing8539 2 жыл бұрын

Hi KC Your videos has helped me improve a lot THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I would be glad if you could dig deep into tritones

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Your words are so encouraging! I will certainly dig deeper for you guys… Let’s keep in touch!!! 💚

@SafeRetirement 2 жыл бұрын

VERY Nice! From beginning to end.

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks a lot!!! I like your username... I'm slowly learning about Retirement and Investing... Much love 💚

@broodvideos5803 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your tutorial. May God bless you, agape

@joeboupsbusiness259 2 жыл бұрын

Love your styl 😍😍

@gakpaemmanuel9000 2 жыл бұрын

KC you are the best so far. I remembered l watched your video three years ago and l felt crying bcos l don't understand anything but now!! Uuuh

@prettysimplemusic 2 жыл бұрын

Hey wussup Gakpa! Glad you're able to connect the dots with these videos!!! I'm blessed to have your support over the past 2-3 years!!! Much love 💚

@user-rj3sd5qb4n Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir. I really appreciate you.

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

It truly is my pleasure!! Thanks so much for watching, much love! ☀️💚

@margaret4078 Жыл бұрын

I just found this channel. LOVE it!

@prettysimplemusic Жыл бұрын

Hi there Margaret!!! Welcome!!! Glad to have you here with us!!! ☀️💚

@InGodWeTrust98 Жыл бұрын

Amazing 🤩

@dngineer Жыл бұрын

Still helpful today thank you very much it has helped with my improvisation in worship music

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Love to hear this!! So glad this has helped you on your musical journey!! Much love ☀️💚

@modalah7566 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@emonitani 2 жыл бұрын

lovely

@cuegoogle Жыл бұрын

unbelievable good to watch and learn

@prettysimplemusic 4 ай бұрын

Wow! Thanks so much!! Much love ☀️💚

@masukunhlonipho Жыл бұрын

you're the best teacher KC

@prettysimplemusic 3 ай бұрын

Wow!! Thanks so much!! I truly appreciate your kind words! ☀️💚

@byumaalain5922 Жыл бұрын

Well, it sounds good