Core Program

Learn How To Play Gospel Piano By Ear

Go from beginner to confident gospel piano player in weeks.

The Play Gospel By Ear Program is designed for students who want to learn piano

from the ground up or grow into gospel music with confidence.

From no experience to confident gospel playing

Taught by a producer, composer, and lifelong church musician

Online via Zoom + in-person sessions available

Beginner-friendly for ages 8–18

This program helps students move from confusion at the keyboard to real musical confidence. It is for students who want to truly understand the keyboard, hear music differently, and learn how to play gospel confidently.

Inside the Play Gospel By Ear Program, students are guided step by step through the exact building blocks they need to grow:

  • learn the keyboard and number system

  • understand rhythm and groove

  • play chords and gospel progressions

  • hear chord movement by ear

  • develop left- and right-hand technique

  • build confidence to play in front of others

Who This Is For:

This program is for students who want to:

  • Learn piano from the ground up

  • Grow in gospel music specifically

  • Stop feeling confused or overwhelmed at the keyboard

  • Learn how to play by ear, not just memorize songs

  • Build confidence in their musical ability

  • Get comfortable playing in front of an audience

Perfect for:

  • Beginners ages 6–18

  • Students who already know some piano and want to transition into gospel

  • Parents looking for a structured, skill-based music program with clear progress

Why This Program Is Different

Most piano lessons teach songs. This program teaches students how to hear, understand, and play.

What makes Aaron’s Music Group different is the teaching approach.

Instead of relying only on sheet music or memorization, students learn how to listen, recognize movement, understand chords, and build real musical confidence from the inside out.

That means students are not just copying what they see. They are learning how gospel music works.

This by-ear approach helps students grow into musicians who can actually sit down and play — not just repeat.

How It Works

A simple, step-by-step path to playing gospel piano

Step

01

Build the foundation

Students begin with the basics: keyboard layout, finger positioning, scales, rhythm, and the number system.

Step

02

Learn the building blocks of gospel

Students are introduced to chords, chord progressions, gospel rhythms, and foundational songs.

Step

03

Train the ear

Students start learning how to hear movement in music, find keys, and recreate songs without needing sheet music.

Step

04

Grow into a fuller sound

As students progress, they learn voicings, left-hand development, runs, fills, and the musical tools that make gospel piano sound rich and expressive.

Step

05

Build confidence to play publicly

The goal is not just practice at home. The goal is to help students become comfortable playing gospel music with confidence in front of others.

What Students Learn

Inside the Play Gospel By Ear curriculum

The program follows a progressive 12-module curriculum that begins with piano fundamentals and leads into advanced gospel techniques including voicings, runs, fills, and substitutions .

Core curriculum includes:

  • keyboard basics for gospel

  • rhythm and timing fundamentals

  • major and minor chords

  • basic gospel progressions

  • first gospel songs

  • chord extensions

  • left-hand development

  • right-hand voicings

  • playing songs by ear

  • advanced voicings

  • runs and fills

  • chord substitutions

Students will develop skills such as:

  • understanding the number system

  • playing common gospel progressions

  • hearing chord movement

  • using smooth voice leading

  • playing with stronger timing and feel

  • creating fuller harmonies

  • adding tasteful runs and fills

  • becoming more expressive and confident at the keyboard

Choose the program that fits your goals

All three options follow the same core curriculum. The difference is how far the student goes, how much material they cover,

and how much time they have to build confidence and mastery.

Foundation

Program Duration: 8 Weeks

$800

Best for:

Students who are just getting started and need a strong foundation in gospel piano.

  • 8 weekly 1-hour sessions

  • guided beginner instruction

  • core gospel piano fundamentals

  • rhythm, chords, and early progressions

  • live feedback and support

  • structured weekly development

Growth

Program Duration: 10 Weeks

$1000

Best for:

Students who want more time, stronger ear development, and more musical confidence.

  • 10 weekly 1-hour sessions

  • everything in Foundation

  • more practice and reinforcement

  • deeper by-ear skill building

  • stronger voicings and musical understanding

  • additional guided development

Maestro

Program Duration: 12 Weeks

$1200

Best for:

Students who want the fullest learning experience and the strongest path toward confident gospel performance.

  • 12 weekly 1-hour sessions

  • everything in Growth

  • the complete curriculum pathway

  • advanced development in fills, voicings, and substitutions

  • the most support and progression

  • the strongest preparation for confident public playing

Compare Your Learning Options

Choose the learning format that fits your family’s schedule, location, and learning style.

Feature Live Online In-Person Pre-Recorded
Availability
Available now
Available now
Coming soon
Live instruction
Personalized feedback
Real-time correction
Travel required
By-ear gospel training
Weekly structure
Format
Weekly 1-hour Zoom sessions
Weekly 1-hour in-person sessions
Self-paced video lessons
Location
Learn from anywhere
Pentecostal Tabernacle West Palm Beach:
Learn from anywhere
Accountability
Strong
Strong
Self-paced
Flexibility
High
Moderate
Very high
Best for
Families needing convenience and flexibility
Local students who benefit from face-to-face learning
Students who want a more affordable option
Parent investment level
Premium
Premium
Lower-cost option
Requirements
Zoom, internet, keyboard/piano at home
Transportation, notebook, regular practice access
Internet and keyboard/piano at home
Performance preparation
Included
Included
Limited compared to live formats

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you reserve your child’s Free Intro Class.

Does my child need previous piano experience?

No. This program is designed to help complete beginners get started and progress step by step.

What age group is this program for?

All programs are designed for students ages 7–18, from complete beginners to those with some experience looking to add gospel to their playing.

What if my child already plays piano?

That is completely fine. This program is also a great fit for students who already have some basic piano skills but want to learn gospel music and develop stronger by-ear ability.

What makes this different from regular piano lessons?

Traditional piano lessons often focus on reading music and repeating exercises. This program focuses specifically on gospel piano and teaches students how to hear, understand, and play music by ear.

How long is each class?

Each live class is one hour per week.

What are the three package options?

Students can choose between:

8 weeks for $800

10 weeks for $1,000

12 weeks for $1,200

What is the difference between the packages?

All three paths share the same core curriculum. The longer options allow students to go further into the material, receive more reinforcement, and develop greater confidence and skill.

Are classes online or in person?

Both options are available. Students can join live online through Zoom or attend in person in West Palm Beach.

Where are the in-person sessions held?

In-person sessions are held at Aaron’s church in West Palm Beach.

Will there be a lower-cost course option?

Yes. A pre-recorded version of the program is planned and will be released later at a more affordable price point.

Does my child need a piano or keyboard at home?

Yes. Students should have regular access to a piano or keyboard so they can practice between sessions.

What is needed for online lessons?

Students need a device with Zoom, a reliable internet connection, and access to a piano or keyboard.

Is the program beginner-friendly?

Yes. The curriculum starts from the basics and builds progressively into more advanced gospel piano skills .

What is the end goal of the program?

The goal is to take students from beginner level to being comfortable playing gospel music by ear with confidence, including in front of an audience.

The First Lesson Is On Us.

Reserve your spot in the next Intro Class and let your child experience gospel piano.

Spots are limited to keep classes interactive and personal.

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