Gospel School: Vamp #1

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First in a series of definitive gospel vamps for your consideration…

Note: Play left hand one octave lower than written.

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Study-Practice Notes

  • Notice the liberal use of syncopation and Blues vocabulary (Learning the Blues helps you learn gospel and vice versa!)
  • You know you have the rhythm down when it feels like you are bouncing up and down.
  • Don’t forget to swing the eight notes.

learn more… Gospel School: Vamp #2