Singing and playing at the same time

Playing the piano, and singing at the same time can take a little bit of work. To play accompaniment piano is quite different, than just playing the piano solo. It changes everything once you have someone singing with you.

You need to get comfortable with the person that you are playing accompaniment piano for. You need know what the person wants, and what they feel good with. It’s all about technique with the chords you use.

Changing chords when you play accompaniment piano, will make the difference in the sound of the music that is made. Different chords will change the music. It’s a way to complement the person who is singing.

Once you get started and began to accompany on the piano, you will notice that it’s not just playing. Different chord techniques, allows you to give your singer, or yourself a variety within the same song.