How I Decide Which Chords To Play (tutorial)

So much for it being "brief" smh lol. Sorry.

[@flemisholive9037]

Summary in 10 tips: 1) Build chords around the melody because the melody is key. (Pun intended) 2) When playing transitional chords focus on what the melody does and especially where you want to go rather than playing random chords. 3) P 4) R 5) A 6) C 7) T 8) I 9) C 10) E

[@tobby_fabulous]

In Addition, learn circle of fifths, you can always go to the 5th of where you really want to get to

[@derrickrobinson6660]

We need a master class Brother Musician

[@ReallyDru]

Lol I’d probably be down to pay a lil something

[@emanuelcaraballo3491]

We all need a master class with Kevon 😂

[@wolfgangk1]

I'd settle for a beginner's class 😊

[@KuntaKinte0.0]

"Never forsake the melody...I think I read that in the Bible, somewhere..."

[@redxxfour]

"why have you forsaken me?" - the melody

[@davidpulphusspeaks9942]

That’s hilarious

[@danieljr.4927]

@@redxxfour hahahahahahhahahahahaha

[@danieljr.4927]

@@redxxfour 😂😂

[@davidog8298]

@@redxxfour what?!!! 😭😭🤣🤣

[@bobbysoverall8963]

“NEVER forsake the Melody. The melody is everything…” This is the best advice you can follow as an accompanist.

[@DojoOfCool]

Forbidicus 27.9-2 Always keep thy melody in yo hedz. Keep focus on the outside notes. Strong bass movement and top note of chord moves smooth not jumps then the inside note don't matter that much. And as Fobidicus sez don't step on the melody with your chord voicings.

[@mckaylahephzibah8045]

preach!

[@FlatFrank]

I need a copy of that book.

[@rammy3550]

How have I never heard “forbidicus” that’s too funny 😂😂

[@Soundofjoy]

The melody is the path and chords are the vehicle the melody rides to the destination. How many chords and the timing in which they are added takes the melody up, down or through the song.

[@cordovizraeigncheance9329]

The emphasis on the melody is so true! there are some who want to do those "decorative" chords right away without thinking of the melody first that's why even if it's a beautiful chord, it sounds kinda off. It's important to start with the basics first. The basics may seem boring and easy but it is the most important building blocks.

[@danieljr.4927]

I agree totally

[@Saul_Otoniel]

Never forsake the melody, I think that's Leviticus.. or judges, one of them... xd👌🏽📖

[@AngelLovesGospel]

The melody is everything! 💯 I’m ready for the next tutorial. 🎶💜👑

[@ekowgyanbessah2393]

More tutorials Sir. Been yearning for your tutorials for so long 🔥🔥❤❤

[@justinlaboy6837]

He's basically talking about using your modes for alternative chords. That's why knowing your major scales is so important!

[@peterawoseso135]

Do not forsake the assembly of the melody- Jude 6:789

[@vibrationtherapy7296]

Music is an exact representation of life itself. It doesn’t matter how you get somewhere. Just as long you land where you want to go. We’re all playing different instruments and vibing to our own variations. But true harmony is when we all know where we need to land in the end.

[@teclandoteclado3000]

Que filosófico mano.

[@AdamEmond]

Also love this song. It's perfect for this kind of discussion!

[@wolfgangk1]

giving praise as you learn. I was thinking the same. When I learn Hebrew, everything we learn was gear to us being able to read a prayer.

[@josedelva9494]

The last walk down you did with the chords at the end is what I love.I didn’t expect the beautiful harmony with this progression

[@OdaKa]

Never forsake the melody - Diminicus 7:b5

[@bigdap100]

...dude is naturally entertaining and makes boring subject matter fun to watch.

[@braydendukes6633]

THANK YOU!!! “Never forsake the melody” is going on a coffee mug

[@KatKiddEnt]

You have to know music theory, so you can know your chords, knowing circle of fifths progressions to know how to resolve, so you can know where to go. That’s making me want to start practicing, again. I didn’t stay patient with it, so I stopped practicing my keyboard. You’re making me want to start, again.

[@CatmanJimbo]

It's been on my to-do list forever, but your little 30 second spiel on the Circle of Fifths is gonna be what finally gets me to commit to learning it. That was great man!

[@beinhispresence2279]

You are so right , most musicians nowadays in churches prefers modes, or styles, I think they don't really care about the melody or the colour of songs while performing . Thanks for raising the topic ... God bless you.

[@donnies4693]

This was great! Thank you! This is fundamental teaching for vocalist as well, knowing and nailing that melody is key!! ☺️

[@account4chess]

Never neglect the fellowship... turned to never forget the melody 🤣

[@AwesomeBoyGame]

My guy Kevon I cannot stop loving your keyboard chords progression LESSON ❤

[@kemuelvalerie6597]

Master class with brother musician Kevon Carter !!!! Playing in the Spirit !!!! Much needed ..😎

[@prohdhuddysabwa4667]

Oh yes. Preach it. We need to start a community of learners under you sir.

[@benjaminvictor8281]

If only we could copy paste knowledge 😂

[@jefferson3328]

Never forsake the melodyyy!!! Preach brother!!! Ohh and yea it was Leviticus!!😂❤️🔥🙌🏻💪🏽

[@jatall2797]

Kevin… this video is short, sweet.. and priceless!!! Man .., this video is excellent.., Thank you Bro.. we love you out here man… you are such a blessing to folks man.., may God grant you an awesome upcoming year, and shelter you and your family from all hurt and harm .. Many Blessings bro .. in Jesus Name ..

[@DevonRolleAmbassador]

I don’t care if it’s 5ths 4ths or 3rds “KEVON CAN PLAY & PLAY WELL!!! 😂 Excellent session maestro! 👍🏽

[@b0unce805]

Very simple concepts but very powerful outcome! Great stuff Kevon:) More videos like this please, Very insightful!

[@jasonchilds4423]

There is one point where I don't agree with this teacher. I know a few things about music theory and understand the circle of fifths forward and backward(which would make it the circle of fourths lol) None of that changes changes the fact this man is top shelf strong as a musician. (and he's hilarious when he wants to be)

[@josedelva9494]

You really stretched my imagination. Love when musicians put passing chords where I was not expecting them and blow me away.

[@latashamorris6426]

🤣 brother you had me cracking up in the beginning!! Haha, the shoulder musicians love hitting them chords and not playing melody haha. Thank you for the tutorial and tips!

[@seanm4124]

I love that song too. Thank you for sharing your talent and wisdom with us. That’s just about the best practice motivation I’ve seen in a long time. To God be the glory. Happy new year!

[@rhoderickwilliams7321]

I thought I was the only one that heard brothers playing fat chords and think but that doesn't fit , thanks brother appreciate this always loved to stay on melody ..

[@jigssscupid8836]

Thanks bruh... 🎉🎉🎉 As a new learner , adult im understanding more each day.

[@BrandonJohnson89]

All I want for Christmas is a Brother Musician shirt

[@sammikinsderp]

As if you were reading my mind, you released a video I was hoping for. Thank you so very much for all that you do for all of us! Stay amazing and Happy Holidays.

[@kyledunsdon2378]

My head hurts 🤯🤯😅 we need more of this maestro. Yesss Sir !!!!

[@OneAvsta]

This is the best youtube video of this kind I've ever seen, been playing music 12 years, I found this so useful

[@bobclint4355]

7:41 I watched the whole video just to hear that Melody line. ( Sounds like heaven's gate opening for my sake. Kinda breakthrough sound, I'm fulfilled typa vibe..etc lol )

[@ESTREPROD]

Thanks for sharing. Knowing the melody. Then the progressions. Then what works and why. Then application.

[@chrisclarkepiano9335]

Love your tutorials bro! I also love melody and this has really inspired me to go further with it 🎵

[@Fowredee]

Melody in chord progression is key - And we appreciate you for that👍🏼 Some musicians just play to impress other musicians (shame)

[@Triumphinchrist1]

Awesome lesson! You are a blessed man! The fact you’re not even looking at the keyboard tells it all!

[@bizzupthompson6342]

I always like your videos even before i start watching cuz i know its gonna put a smile on my face no matter what😄😄😄🙌🙌

[@keymaster9200]

Amazing video man keep doing these tutorials man I’m learning a lot

[@peggymoore8372]

I LOVE THIS!! I need to hear the basic song first then after we get into it-have at it!! …..as long as it fits and you ain’t just all over the place. Lol. I’ve seen you on FB… just discovering your KZbin channel… God bless your ministry.

[@tkwashea30]

I agree that the melody should match I absolutely love the way you play ❤️

[@gr8ter2me]

I missed brother musician! It's good to see you back. Thank you!

[@TitosCuatro]

I am so glad the algorithm took me here! As a player of the Puerto RIcan cuatro, I found your video so insightful! You have an amazing mind for music Kevon. Wishing you and yours a beautiful Christmas and happy new year!

[@antak452]

i love how hype he got showing us what he do. Lol. That's awesome fam. God is good

[@coryogata]

Amazing tutorial bro. Another thing I would suggest, which you did in this video, is to EXPERIMENT while practicing. Just try stuff and see what fits. Thats how you find all sorts of neat tricks you never would've done if you thought it out. Just have fun, experiment, and discover.

[@orakelgottes]

you are really the man .. you share the world of what you got .. Thanks man .. God bless!

[@JohnsonkeyzMusicAcademy]

Melody is everything 🎈🎈🎈🎈

[@eyesoulyou2086]

Thankfully I always organize the voices with the chords I play in the piano People changing chord qualities over choir lines

[@esabusamuel9865]

This playing style is at another level

[@tyhasley73]

👍🏽✌🏽👌🏽basics and fundamentals!

[@yungifez]

This is actually very helpful

[@jbrownmusic7742]

This going to become a series? Or even something paid for I wouldn’t mind

[@feronmeadekunle4602]

Brother musician, thanks so much for this video. Always soo entertaining, inspiring and educative with your videos

[@benyjomusic]

This was good.. man I need that cycle of fifth exercise you played towards the end

[@mosescole6475]

🤣🤣🤣 so true brother musician. The melody is everything.

[@spunkybuddy]

Brother Musician really knows his stuff.

[@BirdMusicAcademy]

Don't worry about going overtime brother. Sometimes a preacher gets to preaching.

[@jonnyb93]

i write down my songs. And play them the way they are. I NEVER change it. 😄😊😄😊

[@Yornek1]

I think that's Leviticus or Judges!!!! HILARIOUS

[@jaylene.turner6524]

Teach us,Brother Musician!

[@jacco919]

This was beautiful 😂😂😂 great video. Lessons and jokes

[@judeurban1456]

Loved this! Thx for your tutorials! I love them ❤️

[@jamesonfinny9006]

Never forsake the melody 😂

[@donaldwilson1819]

MASTER CLASS, MASTER CLASS, MASTER CLASS, MASTER CLASS!!!!

[@JesusisJesus]

This is some very good information.

[@calebndunda8167]

Beautiful, simply explained.

[@carlocharles31]

Yes sir I’m all about melody 🎵 🎼🎶

[@dazzarg5]

Thank you Brother Musician. That Melody rule needs to be preached lol!

[@bradcheathamsr2142]

Metricdome timing helps me to almost go where I want as long as I know where's the 1 is at .

[@Bashanvibe]

Usually for me when I’m backing up a Vocakist I listen for the tone and vocabulary and discipline!!! When they’re melody based I can throw in subs every now and then but when they’re busy I fall back and only run when I have the space!!!

[@soundcrash5810]

Brother musician!!! I just love this brother musician

[@nsilentnite]

Stop making my damn day!!!! Love you man!!!!!

[@thokozaniemmanuelsiatwambo6379]

A course???

[@TheSeeking2know]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@mauricemagiqceo]

You betta bless him

[@riondrumz8399]

This kinda funny😂😂😂 but there is so much truth and this video is so helpful 😭‼️🔥

[@idopiseakpanudo4180]

Where in Leviticus or Judges is it. I am still looking for it."Never forsake the Melody"

[@chrisgll872]

You are the only musician that I have heard described playing the melody with more care. I could use some help, I have no idea what bass to play with what chords.

[@jamesclyburn6800]

i just want to hear a jam session w/ him on keys 😭

[@nicodemusharding2310]

never forsake the melody

[@agustinusmadya]

totally agree Brother Musician

[@oiledfingers7108]

Never forsake your melodies 😂

[@ayokunle9424]

Thanks for this brief tutorial, learnt something new. Hope to see more

[@CaboniaBelieves]

Hi Brother Musician....thanks for the tutorial.

[@gmaster42]

Not gonna lie those 2 chords was 🔥🔥🔥

[@WrighteousBrand]

Book of Psalms Bro. The musical book 📖

[@alamjesus2158]

Man i was waiting for It! Thanks God Bless You

[@bassodivo1]

You need to write a musical. We need to write one

[@grosoulietipie]

heard that a lot about knowing the melody. Musician always say all I did was do this end that: Major 7 flat five add 13, deminish..... its like speaking Chinese to an English speaker. 🤣

[@preshplays2573]

Wow....more grace sir

[@triciawilliams3687]

I felt that, thanks Kevon all the way from 🇹🇹

[@leo_zhang14]

Wooooooow! Thanks so much! I needed this 😭