Feel is a hard thing to define but here I show you my approach to playing in a way that feels good and grooves. You can improve your sense of timing and feel.
I would love a video where you go over your left hand technique and ideas for that! You always play these awesome basslines with it and it would be cool to hear how you think about playing bass over chords like that. This video was so great, thank you!
Thing about Matt is he only has to touch the keyboard and you're instantly rocking back and forth in your chair no matter how simple the thing he's doing. They say those that can do and those that can't teach. This video is one big exception to that rule. I can listen to what you play and what you say all day, Matt.
This is fantastic instruction. Explaining feel isn’t the easiest thing to do let alone narrate whilst doing it. One of the finest channels I’ve encountered on UA-cam.
I am glad you are doing this. I feel like a lot of funkiness is being lost as musicians from the 60’s and 70’s are dying off and classic recordings are hard to find and out of print. Thanks keeping the FUNK alive!
Matt is a great teacher as well as always having a really nice feel for timing. Watch and feel his left hand--it's always great no matter what he's playing. No matter how good of a feel we might think we have, there's always more to learn!
Matt is all the more admirable as he actually has nothing to gain from showing us how to do this. Many thanks for taking your time for us. Phil from France.
Matt I watched this two years ago, my time was all over the place! I listened to so much d’angelo and started to slowly get better. This vid saved my ass! Another video on fitting in with band would be gold. Thanks brother
I absolutely love Matt’s ability to play 3 plain sounding triads (slightly ho hum) that, left hand added turn into wonderful little pocket grooves with ever-shifting chord structures.
Matt! I've been a fan of Jamiroquai since 'Planet Earth back in the early 90s. I saw you guys at Glastonbury '97. I was lucky enough to go to Salford Uni in 2014 at the age of 41 and as a result, I went to a masterclass done by Cory Wong at Band On The Wall but more importantly I not only got to meet a member of the Vulf I also got to meet Kevin Gastonguay, he even gave me a mini lesson on the diminished/altered/super locrian gashizzle. He blew my mind in 10 minutes! Your videos are having a similar effect on me and I can't thank you enough for these videos. From a fellow Englishman, thankyou so very much, you're an amazing player and truly an inspiration to me. Thankyou very much indeed my good fellow! Oh.......I got a 1st in Jazz Performance and Arranging under the tutorship of Tim France and Robin Dewhurst and I now teach privately which after playing since I was 7, was a lifelong dream and now I'm doing it! Beats delivering parcels in a van which was my job in another life. Thanks man, all you do is very much appreciated. Oh........btw........you're an effing MONSTER!!
I know it's not your style to show off, but at the end of some of the videos it would be really cool to see you just go off on one and showcase your genius
Jeez - imagine have this level of skill, funk and groove in your veins. Such an iconic sound too - Jamiroquai are my most favourite band of all time, seen them live 4 times, and can never tire of these sounds. Matt Johnson on keys, and Stuart Zender/Nick Fyffe/Paul Turner on bass.... liquid gold for the ears.
I am just a novice, but it is so nice and inspiring to watch you do your stuff and explaining what you are actually doing. Thanks Matt. And besides the fact you are truly a professional you are such a nice guy :) which also makes it more amusing.
This is such a great channel. He does so many things that help me know what I'm doing right, and then does another 10 minutes of pointing out what I should do next. Each video is gold.
Your videos are so inspiring. You're such a good keys player and such a role model for people wanting to learn more, explaining it very logically and without ego
Great video! I like how you explained that you have to think like a percussionist when playing very rhythmic keyboard parts. As a drummer, this is something I can really relate to, I feel that my drumming background over the years has helped me improve my keyboard playing. Love the new album!
Ooooh my God Matt! i can find the words to thank you for this video! it's all i was dreaming about to learn about playing keyboards! Thank you so so much to share your experience and your talent! God bless you Matt!
This is amazing. I no longer need to have to contemplate having to learn complex classical piano pieces on confusing manuscript to crack this instrument. Johnson makes so much sense and introduces hella scope for improvising without the need for sixteen years of ABRSM examinations.
Just watching this after the left hand basslines video... Primarily a drummer and producer but have been working on melodic stuff lately and these vids are fantastic! Feel like I know a lot of what you are talking about but you deliver it all in such an inspirational way... Thank you so much Matt!
Absolutely inspiring. Jamiroquai's music has inspired my life long love of funk! Born in 87 and remember when my older brother brought Traveling Without Moving into our room when it released in the early 90s. In fact, my brother sent me here to listen and follow, now time to work on my keys!
I don't think people realize that being able to talk and explain what you're doing while playing in time is a skill on its own. Love this!
Ha ha was thinking the same..he's a professional!!
Amazing complicity within basics.
Totally.
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@@mixolydian2010 How else are you going to yell at the drummer to keep time? lol
An artist
What's the catch? Seriously? The legendary Matt Johnson sharing his knowledge for free?
Matt you are a legend for dropping these gems
Yes he's a true gent 👍🏼
Matt, I feel guilty about watching your videos for free. 😅 This should be part of the Berklee curriculum.
I would love a video where you go over your left hand technique and ideas for that! You always play these awesome basslines with it and it would be cool to hear how you think about playing bass over chords like that. This video was so great, thank you!
came to make this same comment :)
Same thought as well. :) He's sooo good at that!
ENDORSE
Matt did in his latest video 👍
I 2nd that.
Thing about Matt is he only has to touch the keyboard and you're instantly rocking back and forth in your chair no matter how simple the thing he's doing. They say those that can do and those that can't teach. This video is one big exception to that rule. I can listen to what you play and what you say all day, Matt.
Sometimes the algorithm recommends a channel that is out of this world :-)
You are understated and humble, an example to us all.
7:50 Oh I do feel it, These lessons are so extremely valuable Yet I could just listen to you jamming with the simplest of beats for hours.
Same here!
I’m a sax player but play some piano too, I can’t believe this is available on UA-cam for free. Matt is a legend.
This is fantastic instruction. Explaining feel isn’t the easiest thing to do let alone narrate whilst doing it. One of the finest channels I’ve encountered on UA-cam.
I am glad you are doing this. I feel like a lot of funkiness is being lost as musicians from the 60’s and 70’s are dying off and classic recordings are hard to find and out of print. Thanks keeping the FUNK alive!
Your videos are great, a lot of it is because you're explaining and demonstrating concepts rather than teaching techniques. Thank you
Something clicked in my mind when you talked about "getting the drop..." that is such a cool effect! Thanks
"Can you feel that?" Oh mother, I can feel that!
I was feeling that funk like braille lol
Matt is a great teacher as well as always having a really nice feel for timing. Watch and feel his left hand--it's always great no matter what he's playing. No matter how good of a feel we might think we have, there's always more to learn!
“Can you feel that?”
Damn straight!
Matt is all the more admirable as he actually has nothing to gain from showing us how to do this.
Many thanks for taking your time for us.
Phil from France.
Matt I watched this two years ago, my time was all over the place! I listened to so much d’angelo and started to slowly get better. This vid saved my ass! Another video on fitting in with band would be gold. Thanks brother
I absolutely love Matt’s ability to play 3 plain sounding triads (slightly ho hum) that, left hand added turn into wonderful little pocket grooves with ever-shifting chord structures.
Thanks for your tutorials Matt! You're a great teacher and I'd never thought I would one day see tutorials from you on youtube :)
Some fantastic advice, again love the bit at end of video showing how people can listen for the space in a funk jam
Matt! I've been a fan of Jamiroquai since 'Planet Earth back in the early 90s. I saw you guys at Glastonbury '97. I was lucky enough to go to Salford Uni in 2014 at the age of 41 and as a result, I went to a masterclass done by Cory Wong at Band On The Wall but more importantly I not only got to meet a member of the Vulf I also got to meet Kevin Gastonguay, he even gave me a mini lesson on the diminished/altered/super locrian gashizzle. He blew my mind in 10 minutes! Your videos are having a similar effect on me and I can't thank you enough for these videos. From a fellow Englishman, thankyou so very much, you're an amazing player and truly an inspiration to me. Thankyou very much indeed my good fellow!
Oh.......I got a 1st in Jazz Performance and Arranging under the tutorship of Tim France and Robin Dewhurst and I now teach privately which after playing since I was 7, was a lifelong dream and now I'm doing it! Beats delivering parcels in a van which was my job in another life.
Thanks man, all you do is very much appreciated. Oh........btw........you're an effing MONSTER!!
I know it's not your style to show off, but at the end of some of the videos it would be really cool to see you just go off on one and showcase your genius
you're a great teacher Matt...good delivery, nice and clear :) thanks dude...
You’re one of the better keyboard players in the world at the moment imho great tutorials keep them coming 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
i'll never play keyboard live but i'm 26 and this video taught me something i hadn't really thought about for my production
Jeez - imagine have this level of skill, funk and groove in your veins. Such an iconic sound too - Jamiroquai are my most favourite band of all time, seen them live 4 times, and can never tire of these sounds. Matt Johnson on keys, and Stuart Zender/Nick Fyffe/Paul Turner on bass.... liquid gold for the ears.
I am just a novice, but it is so nice and inspiring to watch you do your stuff and explaining what you are actually doing. Thanks Matt. And besides the fact you are truly a professional you are such a nice guy :) which also makes it more amusing.
Much appreciate the pearls , Groovemeister. Thanks for your time.
Love this series!
These tutorials are so well presented! I’m inspired and learning a lot (and I’m a professional performer and music teacher by trade)!
Great to hear!
Matt is a beast!
These videos are seriously a blessing, this is all such good and novel advice
I'm a new subscriber, and absolutely loving the content, thanks for a great channel
all your lessons have been fantastic, thank you!!!
Love these videos... Pure quality.
Thanks for these Matt! Really fantastic lessons
Thanks Matt. This lesson was so helpful.
Love it. Thank you for being so generous with your time in those videos. Real gems.
What an incredible channel! Thank you so much!
Another FREE Master Class, thank you so much!!!
I love the energy in your playing man ✌️
Consistently brilliant videos. Really informative and full of musicality. Love your work.
Matt your are one of the best, everything you play just melts my mind in a good way! love your playing, there's a lot to learn from you
what a swing lesson ! thank you maestro you're the very best !
Thank you so much for all this wonderfull teaching!
Thanks for sharing Matt, super inspiring and useful!
This is such a great channel. He does so many things that help me know what I'm doing right, and then does another 10 minutes of pointing out what I should do next. Each video is gold.
you are the one. from Argentina with love
So fantastic, Matt. Such clear insights on the ideas of groove, funk, drag/bounce, band dynamics. So great man.
Thank you so much ! I can really feel the groove!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Matt pls keep throwing these tutorials. Loving every one of them!
Just so funking amazing!!!
Super upload as always🤩 You’re the best!
Fantastic learning stuff, thanks
Great stuff Matt. I had a big smile on my face all through! Keep it up.
This channel is amazing!!! so helpful! and fun to watch as well :D
Really useful lesson. I like how clear you make it all sound.
I'm learning so much with your video demonstration and cant wait to get my new Korg 2 and try it out...Thank you!
Your videos are so inspiring. You're such a good keys player and such a role model for people wanting to learn more, explaining it very logically and without ego
Thank you for a munificence of your soul!
Not only an great musician but also a great teacher. Thanks Matt!
How awesome that you are sharing your magic with us!
Fantastic video. Thank you
I love this!
Thank you so much. All tips and concepts explained in an easy to understand fashion! Spot on video!
Thanks for sharing 👍🏾 Inspirational stuff, awesome 👏🏾
Great tutorial. Thanks!
Great video! Pocket is a very tricky concept and it’s great to hear some helpful thoughts/concepts from someone who’s truly mastered it. Thanks a lot!
Man this is exactly the kinda content I wanna see on UA-cam, thanks a lot.
Superb Matt,love it.
I found this channel a week or so ago and immediately subscribed!!! What a find.
this is an amazing tutorial thank you very much!!
Brilliant! 👏🎹👌👍
Great video! I like how you explained that you have to think like a percussionist when playing very rhythmic keyboard parts. As a drummer, this is something I can really relate to, I feel that my drumming background over the years has helped me improve my keyboard playing. Love the new album!
Thanks for show us some sweet funk tips I was looking for a tutorial like this very cool
Ooooh my God Matt! i can find the words to thank you for this video! it's all i was dreaming about to learn about playing keyboards! Thank you so so much to share your experience and your talent! God bless you Matt!
This is amazing. I no longer need to have to contemplate having to learn complex classical piano pieces on confusing manuscript to crack this instrument. Johnson makes so much sense and introduces hella scope for improvising without the need for sixteen years of ABRSM examinations.
Just watching this after the left hand basslines video... Primarily a drummer and producer but have been working on melodic stuff lately and these vids are fantastic! Feel like I know a lot of what you are talking about but you deliver it all in such an inspirational way... Thank you so much Matt!
Hello, Matt! Thank you very much for this lessons!!!
Thank you SO MUCH ❤️
Thank you so much Matt, this stuff is awesome!
Thanks a lot for sharing these amazing PRO secrets!...Cheers!...
Absolutely inspiring. Jamiroquai's music has inspired my life long love of funk! Born in 87 and remember when my older brother brought Traveling Without Moving into our room when it released in the early 90s. In fact, my brother sent me here to listen and follow, now time to work on my keys!
this is gold! funk and swing are high arts!
I have been studying and practicing these 16th note grooves and you are super helpful
Thanks for this video! It‘s great!
Anything great that I have every made started out like this. Thanks for reminding me.
Loving these videos. Thanks man!
Amazing! Your explanations and examples are clear and involving. I'm going to playng my keyboard as funky as I can! 😁
Thank you!
DUDE..SO COOL......GOOD WORK LOVE IT
Voodoo is a great groove. Love your instructions.
Fantastic lesson! Thank you so much!! Please keep doing them :-)
Best keyboard vids on UA-cam hands down
priceless content! thank U for sharing
Epic mate, love these videos. you are the man
MATT YOU ARE A LEGEND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DOING THIS
Thank you very much for this video, it is a great tutorial. Cheers Matt.
People are sleeping on your channel, I've really been learning a lot since discovering it.
Love this. Inspirational, like I might almost get one hundredth as good one day!