How to Play 16-Bar Congregational Songs in Gospel Music

[@TheBasselious]

While obviously a talented musician, the man's got serious multi-tasking skills

[@evhvariac2]

Basselious ABSOLUTELY

[@TurnedOverGravy]

I know right!! It’s crazy lmao 😂

[@DrOctatonic]

They cut out the part where he’s instructing the people off camera what cuts to use.

[@jeremydickson9719]

That’s so true

[@SaxophoneFactory]

A lot people do this all the time.

[@dredrob]

He is a beast. He goes from sophisticated to soulful in seconds. So much skills and technique. God bless all of these young people.

[@larryk.watson2778]

He is skilled and anointed … love it….

[@evhvariac2]

Beast??

[@robquinn9999]

@@evhvariac2 It's a compliment...means he's formidable.

[@noahchristytv]

It's crazy- If you're a church-goer/musician you learn all these concepts. I knew exactly what was going on, but never had truly had the words to communicate exactly how to do it. Until now! Thanks Mr. Sneed & Jazz @ Lincoln Center!

[@charliek8332]

EXACTLY! MY MUSIC THEORY CLASS WASNT ANYTHING LIKE THIS!

[@Afiplaysmusic]

Cause our music theory classes focus on European musical concepts. They really take Gospel for granted. If you can play gospel, you can play anything.

[@music_is_life95]

Yes! So true i'm so glad i'm a music major

[@music_is_life95]

@Charlie K What University did you attend? And you should have learned similar concepts in Piano/keyboarding class

[@sethpauls7295]

@embermarrow As in VINCENT SNEED

[@DJDJ-ed7xx]

I feel like passing a basket around after that Amen

[@matthewsalmon431]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mikeroseberry5329]

😂

[@joshandallo2170]

Same here! I feel like pulling a $5 and popping it into the basket, lol! AMEN!

[@Danny-fs1hk]

Me too 😂

[@TonyfromBham]

This guy is amazing. His knowledge, understanding, and sense of what's important is deep and vast.

[@paulsp1ano]

Absolutely wowed, especially when his eyes are up staring at the camera and simultaneously teaching while improvising...impressive. My goodness this is amazing on every possible level!

[@mrthomas3000]

Down South, alot of us havent had any real training or lessons, but been playing this since we were 6. 😂😂😂

[@treygriffin4835]

Donald Thomas That’s what I was thinking....

[@brentjames3736]

Seriously?

[@reg1231000]

Donald Thomas exactly

[@southernkeyz1]

Maybe not theoretical training but playing by ear has taken me and most people I know to another level long before the days of KZbin. And of course watching the older more seasoned musicians here in the south. Lol so you guys can probably consider yourselves “trained”

[@drenalintherapy]

That’s a fact

[@marl-author2531]

This unequivocally is the most comprehensive yet compacted gospel demonstration video I’ve ever seen. So professional and just enough! Well produced. Not to take away from the prime time sites out there but this in my opinion is a paramount instructional to gospel music.

[@SoundScientist1]

@3:04 - Chord Progression: Ab(7 or 13) - Db7 - Ab(7) - Db7 - B7 - Bb7 - Eb(7 or 9) - Ab. Not positive if I got this correct, but this seems to be what he explained.

[@builtdifferent9824]

SoundScientist1 doin too much, notice how nobody like ur comment

[@jakethewoz]

Yeah, but it's Bb7, not Bbm7. Always go for the tastier one!

[@jeffbrown9039]

Aฯ7, Aฯm, Aฯ7, Dฯ7, and so on....

[@iluvjazz7]

B7 is really Cb7 in theory for the key of Ab to keep all in context. Therefore Cb7 is the bIII7 chord borrowed from the parallel Ab minor key and using secondary dominant 7ths through out except for the real dominant which is Eb7.

[@Stephanie9959]

@@iluvjazz7 Actually, for key of A flat: the 2nd 7th cord is B flat, D flat, F, A flat. This guy is playing first inversions with root on top so he can add the 7th ( A flat) in with ring finger.

[@theshipissinkingno6056]

Ol boy is s beast for being able to talk normally and give direction and instruction while stayin in time and keepin the hump goin lol also the modern term for the hype part of the vamp is "bump"

[@jdamusician8493]

theshipissinking no lmao for real I was thinking the same thing

[@SaucyD]

Yes! Wow, masterful and flawless. Genius!

[@6pcLemonPepa]

I grew up in the south going to church every Sunday/Bible study/Sunday school the whole 9 and he is spot on! He slick just gave y'all a cultural studies class infused with music theory. He is most def a music professor. Thanks for sharing.

[@frederickweeksjr.1189]

I NEVER knew he could sing. This brother is TOP SHELF. BLESS YOU MR. SNEED.

[@davy1972]

There is a gift here that goes beyond ability. To sing to what he is playing like that, the coordination is remarkable. Bass being played, then his right hand and still the timing and dynamics in his voice and instrument. Just amazing.

[@Deevious26]

This is the best explanation of this traditional Gospel genre I've seen. I think it's the only one I've seen. I am familiar with this from playing bass at church, but seeing it explained like this actually helps too.

[@genesisPiano]

"Put your time in, payday's comin' after a while." Words that touched me this morning. There is a positive end to all of this that we're wading through. It's going to pay. Came here after going online to a local service where they sang, "Have you tried Jesus?" It's been years since I visited this video and it was nice to find my way back. Took me a little while to find it again. I was thinking it was at the Kennedy Center rather than out of Lincoln Center. Typed in "Have you tried Jesus jazz" and it brought me to a different Damien Sneed video which I was then able to use to get here. I love at the end how he says, "Ok, you've seen how it's done, now you try" like it's just that easy. Although in his favor, he does give a lot of information as to what he's doing. Maybe one day I'll sit down and learn how to do what he's doing on that piano of his. What a gift this is.

[@BoazKimMusic]

Just amazing. Damien's way of explaining the music theory side with the cultural background of gospel music while never missing a beat on the piano is just flawless. Highly entertaining and inspiring!

[@judecrook6883]

Im an atheist but honestly I didn't realise you guys were having so much fun. this is beautiful.

[@AGuerreroW]

Not able to play this....but...Enjoying listening like a child!

[@cadillackid2002]

That drummer is beyond sneaky!! Incredible dynamics👌🏾👌🏾

[@YechanSong]

Damn. the man on the keys really has it down.

[@kevingarrett5585]

Absolutely......

[@karennorman78]

Damien Sneed :-)

[@negotseraphin5447]

Hello all! I am Negot Seraphin from Haiti. I've been playing music for about 12 years and never satisfied with my performance. I am transformed after watching the video "How to Play 16-Bar Congregational Songs in Gospel Music" of Sir Daniel Sneed. I can't keep it secret, the video is WOW. If the video is WOW while Sir Daniel Sneed is the one who makes it with his staff. Therefore, they're WOW, Just to say I appreciate this ability and I am going to practice now to be a seasoned pro at playing not only as it's my cherished dream. Keep being you as you progress with God your Lord and the music you're playing to Him.

[@fernandonunes7608]

In spite of don't be Christian, I'm really deep comoved with these songs. Wonderful work and God bless you all! Best regards from Brazil!

[@drummerschild6487]

great pedagogical example of how to teach theory correctly (aka not separate from context)

[@ltd5190]

Although via experience I agree that learning the lesson in theory first then followed by the "show and tell" teaching style is necessary.

[@justynhunter7811]

You took me straight to church. You dont know how this blessed me. Just awesome!!!!

[@mallygeedkm]

Sneed can teach any aspect of black church music on a master level!

[@NoLuv4Hoz]

Absolutely fascinating. On the one hand, I feel so intimately familiar with the music from growing up in church, yet realizing that I'd never really understood the details of its mechanics. I've studied some music but not quite like this. Very grateful for this academic breakdown!

[@charliek8332]

AMEN!

[@ThatsABiggon]

I just realized i am way too churchy! Got happy on an instructional. LOL. Brilliant!

[@ingrag]

ThatsABiggon 😂 😆 😂

[@SherelleRoberts_PhD]

Meeeeee tooooo!

[@dionnerobinson8047]

SAME!!!!

[@muzikamor2923]

STUUUUUUUUUUUPIIIIIIIIIIDDDDDDDD 😂😂😂 I can't lie tho, he hit that 4 and i dropped an 'Ey shabo!' Lol

[@TheCDUBBrand]

This video is amazing!

[@Kyle.Isaiah_5]

The CDUB Brand wow it's c dub I'm a big fan

[@gabewright8038]

CDub!! What up! Love ur vids bruh!

[@albertsmithjr.1340]

The CDUB Brand

[@ltd4895]

and now they have your app

[@utube0803]

This entire crew is Simply Amazing! I have to give props to the Mr. Sneed as instructor, as he is teaching and talking and playing at the same time. What an amazing mind you have from God. I'm quite sure that you're a math whiz as well. Am I right? God bless and thank you for these highly instructional and informative videos.

[@angelandresmarquez]

Thank you very much for teaching the roots of blues and jazz to all of us.

[@nadinesmith5051]

My Lord.... Gifted and Blessed

[@user-lj7oc6tc4o]

It's been sometime and I'm still smiling at this. Keep sharing your blessings!

[@silentmentor5888]

Brillant! I've been sooooo heavy hearted for so long. I think I forgot what I used to know and was an everyday part of my life. So it's the Savior, through music!!!! Thank you ....thank you. I feel better. Wonderful

[@DG-no4jc]

I can't play piano and I still enjoyed this. Thanks.

[@tsubasagoto]

The drummer is incredible...That Bass drum... And the choir is beautiful.

[@PeachCatHill]

That's how Jesus make people smart!

[@zrobertbrown]

As someone who grew up in the 60's and played in Church and Sunday School in the 70's, I struggled to figure out how to play Gospel like this! I learned to play piano through reading sheet music and lesson books. I wonder if you "Millennials" (and I mean that with love!) know just how blessed you are to have resources like Damien Sneed on KZbin. Thank you Damien. I'm pretty sure I will be playing this over and over while at the piano practicing!

[@jaylenslife92]

This video makes me happy to be black.

[@waynedeaton]

Jaylen Fenderson this video makes me glad that I was raised in a black church

[@tattarrrrattat]

This makes me want to be black. Music of black origin will always be my favorite.

[@JoElEldridge]

Same bro, same. ✊🏾😭

[@nottoday2233]

This video makes me wanna be black

[@davidurias6778]

This video makes me wish I was black

[@MrPrincepop]

This is a great lesson, truly it is. As a guitarist, it's been in my heart recently to start back attending church (regularly, not sporadically). To actually play for God and church instead just sitting in the pews. This instructional breakdown of the 16-bar congregational song is informative as well as inspiring. Thank you, and as you can see, God will lead you to the waters when the He has placed a thirst in you. Knowledge.

[@ltd5190]

Love the teaching of these series. I could have missed it but I kept waiting to her homage paid to composer and pianist Thomas A. Dorsey, Father of Gospel Music and composition of Take My Hand, Precious Lord.

[@portellio_the_space_rider9473]

These are some of the most amazing music lessons I've ever seen

[@tonmota1461]

I am so glad from listening this again🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@HPbiblechurchnyc]

This gentleman is...well, I have no words to articulate his skill level. Moreover, his knowledge of musical styles and their regional nuances is impeccable. Lord, help us to find a worship leader for our church here in NYC.

[@socialrichy]

I have no idea what some of the more technical terms meant but it was such a joy to watch someone that has mastered their craft teach and play so effortlessly.

[@keelanp53]

I want to go to his church!!!

[@superjam18]

keelanp53 Just go to your nearest pentecostal or baptist church. You'll run into this foot stomping music soon

[@keelanp53]

superjam18 Not sure there’s a place in Lincoln, NE where I’ll find this.

[@Mrpaladino16]

Man, is there anything happier than gospel music?

[@reubenmonmouth7835]

Played with him in the Jazz Band at Howard Univ. Talented musician who can play Gospel, Classical, & Jazz

[@gabewright8038]

I loved this video!!! Bruh could SANG too! I was totally caught off guard! Dope video

[@themusicwriter6449]

Thank so much for someone who can actually correctly explain what they are doing.... I knew the brother was on-point when he called C-flat as the correct note in the A-flat minor (seven) chord I have been looking for someone who could explain how to play gospel music to a musician who is formally trained in theory. Sounds great and has fantastic voice leading. Praise God for who HE is!

[@Allen2saint]

Superior artistry and teaching! Thank you! My Catholic soul responds “Amen!”

[@mlteenie]

Wow! I came for some voicings and left with a smile, tears in my eyes and a whole lesson in culture. Thank you! X

[@sampsonaborah1190]

Wow really organized timely lectures. Things made more clear. God bless you all for this session..church! 😇😇😇🙏🏼

[@AnthonyDDean]

I started touring as a saxophonist with the Voices of Praise Gospel choir at age 14. My first experience was an acapella congregational Dr. Watts hymn “I Love the Lord” in a church built in the 1800’s in the middle of nowhere in Texas. This was 1995 or so. The song performed by Damian Snead and company was a very commonly played song that I loved to improvise sax fills to. Wonderful rendition!

[@kelvinhardnett528]

Your definitely a teacher.. Great lesson.. And man you took me back to the old time days.. I remember going to this holiness church amd man they sung all these songs!!! My soul is happy now.. 💯💯🔥🔥👏👏💪💪🙌🙌

[@TheWorldOfHarmony]

I am simply speechless. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@BobMazzo]

Now THAT'S how it's done ! Praise the Lord !

[@RockMacDonald23]

I can hear so clearly the influence that this music has had on Rock and Roll and Soul and Rhythm and Blues etc. Thank you so much for the education.

[@playalongkeys8857]

Very well presented and explained, even for those of us music conservatory educated. And it's hard to resist a big smile at about 4:50 !

[@rkgrant]

I'm a protestant Canadian whose people came from the british isles...I love the music of the black church...thank you for this very informative and stimulating presentation. You're great guys. Randal Grant - Montréal, Canada.

[@TheSlickest08]

All of these songs are songs we sung in the Church of God in Christ during Testimony Service! I thoroughly enjoyed this video

[@creativite.productions]

THANK YOU FOR THIS. I love it. It’s opening our culture for everybody to see.

[@usmc1875]

Not only did I jot down the progression which I will practice everyday, but also I started jumping around and dancing and acquired a sense of wanting to be in the service everyday:).... the most beautiful thing about this, apart from the fact that they are all rocking, is that they are enjoying extremely. The way it should be done, in the moment:) thank you beautiful people. God bless. Send you lots and lots of love:)

[@HenrikHanssonMusic]

Beautiful! All of your KZbin videos are great, but especially these gospel videos are FANTASTIC! Keep 'em coming! :)

[@Jvaldes609]

Wow blown away at the explanation the presentation was on point beyond anything I’ve seen on KZbin. 5 star rating wish I could learn from these people more.

[@kjagroup123]

Outstanding explanation of the structure and implementation of Gospel Music. #y'all better play and sing.

[@dancingheartltd6646]

Don't normally comment but... Got four words for this guy... MASTER OF MUSIC MINISTRY!!! Indeed...indeed Mr. Damien Sneed!!!

[@elleondejuda4681]

Genius ,amazing , beutifull music ....yes lord!!!

[@DrJoshGuitar]

You just made a believer outta me and I'm Jewish :D

[@joseguillermoespinozaarce]

Jesus is the reason for play music and beatifull music like this greetings from Costa Rica. Central América I love this Chanel.

[@utube0803]

BRILLIANT!! This music is in your soul... or it's not. Plain as that. ❤❤❤

[@ghdrum]

Oh my God, I need to learn how to play like this! Literally say here in the kitchen bopping along by myself. So inspiring!!!!

[@scottnineteen]

They so rock the second half, omg. I watched this a couple of years back and it seems even better now.

[@officialdjanel]

Words can’t even describe how I feel🙌🏽 He took us all the way to church.

[@504Capt]

This dude is such a intelligent musician and great teacher

[@drglencoleman]

Love. This.

[@jgd65]

Wow! You folks are amazing!!!!!

[@Only1KingJames]

if only everyone could articulate knowledge the way you do. Thank you brother

[@voliteon]

This is brilliant. Really talented, really informative - and musically fantastic

[@cjorg16]

Excellent and clearly explained. Thank you. God Bless.

[@kafizola5695]

Absolutely right. Miss singing these songs in my church.

[@bobbymobay]

Amazing lesson! Thank you! Had to watch this about 10 times to get the it just right!

[@Selbstdenkender]

Wow, amazing. The best musicians come from the church.

[@brandonsouth]

Man oh man!! I miss songs like this!

[@johngirvin870]

This is really wonderful. I had the pleasure of having Wycliffe at our church several times and we did some of the tunes that you had a great part in; Wade in the Water, I’m Glad... this video unlocks how some of the magic of the service can be created and the theory that goes with it. Terrific singers and of course the piano preaching is so amazing. Sharing this with my students!

[@_TheMichaelOrlando]

That’s my friend Matia!!!!! Sing girl‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@SonicX6400]

I thought I'd watch this, get on the piano and get it done. Nope. I can hear the progression, the changes and everything else you are doing, but to play it that's another thing. I'll stick to singing and leave the music to talented musicians like you. You are amazing and you definitely have a gift. Thank you for the wonderfully professional video.

[@PianoLessonwithWarren]

Nice, love it 😊👍🏾

[@HeroHero-dj6hl]

Piano Lesson with Warren can u do a tutorial on this I would appreciate it thanks in advance

[@PianoLessonwithWarren]

Hero Hero 😊👍🏾

[@emilymccasland5526]

He is incredible.

[@CayRome]

Wow, this makes everything much more clearer! thank you very much for sharing!

[@ToshaWarrenTalks]

Dude is a beast lol. I grew up in church and around music. He's breaking it down and well. Singing and playing too. I got chills.

[@gregm2167]

smiled up all along ! thanks for these high quality performance and teachings

[@pianojohn3672]

Great job brother I've been church my whole life that's one of best explanation.

[@truthactivated4585]

LOved this. Wish was close by and could learn more from you

[@spartansrace4293]

4:30 the devotional songs. Amen! That's what we truly need again in today's churches

[@PursuitOfHappynezz]

I am layin in my hospital bed gettin my ENTIRE life!!! This is IT doc!!! Teachin and praisin at the same daggone time. Thank you for startin my mornin off right.

[@davidszirmai]

Gorgeous rich harmonies.

[@blackpassenger]

dude knows his theory like flowing water. im convinced he started playing in the womb. Very impressive. great to have found this, I can introduce my daughter to playing gospel here in Japan.

[@flexqi4715]

Dude just brought church to my work... Great job, love the shout style

[@kevie1969]

Fantastic video, great explanation of the congregational progression.

[@keithsaundra]

Excellent 🎉 thank Dr. Snead 👏 !!!

[@tobechukwuigboanugo6888]

Amazing talent. Thanks for the lesson.