Why this song? Just The Way You Are is a famous pop ballad by Billy Joel that features a beautiful chord progression that is worth exploring. The quality and function of the chords are very jazzy and unusually sophisticated for a pop song. Bottom line – there is a lot we can learn from, especially… Continue reading Piano tutorial for Billy Joel’s JUST THE WAY YOU ARE
Category: Piano Accompaniment Tutorials
Learn How To Create And Play Great Sounding Piano Accompaniments In Different Styles
One of the most important jobs we have as keyboard players is to accompany singers and instrumentalists, alone or in a band setting.
There are many popular music genres and styles that each require a specific kind of accompaniment. Although there are differences, they also have much in common. Knowing them will help you play a tasteful accompaniment in different genres and styles with confidence in much less time.