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About Hear and Play Music
At Hear and Play Music and the Gospel Music Training Center, our passion is helping musicians worldwide unlock the art of playing the piano by ear. Founded in 2000 by Jermaine Griggs, we have dedicated decades to teaching the dynamic skill of understanding and interpreting music through ear training, music theory, and recognizing patterns. Our focus is on soulful music genres that best express this art form, including gospel, jazz, blues, soul, R&B, and pop.We believe that playing by ear transcends traditional music learning methods, allowing musicians to experience and express music in a deeply personal way. Our specialized approach teaches students to hear recurring themes in songs and interpret them creatively on the piano.Over the years, we have reached and serviced more than 2 million musicians through various platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, our email newsletter, free lessons, comprehensive paid courses, and a personalized coaching program. Our resources are designed to cater to learners at different stages of their musical journey, from beginners to advanced players.Hear and Play Music and the Gospel Music Training Center is more than just a teaching platform; it's a community where musicians come together to share, learn, and celebrate the joy of music. Join us, and embark on a musical adventure that will transform the way you hear and play music.
Hear and Play Music (hearandplay.com) has 571 customer reviews on Folks Told, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.
The teaching and the teachers have been great about explaining step-by-step the ways to reach your productive goals. It is comforting to see that they use their own life experiences, humor and errors, to show that making mistakes do happen, but with time they can be worked out. The video instructions have been easy to follow and give you a feeling that the instructors are sitting along side you.
The test following the instructional videos have been insightful and challenging but help to show growth immediately.
The staff has been readily available when needed and very constructive and sensitive to your inquiries.
Daily contact: text messaging, e-mails and personal inspirational encouragement has proven that this is a caring and supportive program that proves their mission on helping people know, "If you can hear it, you can play it." Thank you GMTC.
Reply from Hear and Play MusicMar 11, 2024
Thank you for such a thoughtful and thorough review and keep up the great work Ms Doris.
VJ
V. J.
There is none better in all the Land than GMTC/ Hear& Play Program!
There is none better in all the Land than GMTC/ Hear & Play. I have been a new member for about 1 year. I first came across this wonderful program, developed by Mr. Jermaine Griggs 23 1/2 years ago on the internet. I love his methods of teaching Gospel Music Piano and all the resources that are available. I have never seen or experienced such Awesome, Dedicated, Caring, Professional, Compassionate, Legitimate, the best teachers, and all the staff is always so helpful. Everyone are the best at their Craft. All are so genuine and helpful.
It truly amazes me how the Founder, Jermaine Griggs is constantly looking for new ways to add new learning resources for the students, and how he is evolved. I have learned so much since starting the program, and love how the students all are like a Family/Friends. They all are so helpful and encouraging to each other. I love how we can meet for group discussions or even displaying our own self recorded piano practice of a song we are working on. I love that! I want to take part in that, very soon. I just cannot say enough regarding GMTC. When I think about the 23 or almost 24 years I had missed out of this Amazing Program, it hurts and brings tears to my eyes! I have let so many years pass by that cannot be replaced. Still I know if I want to achieve what God has for me, and his promises for me; I must forget the past, and move ahead. Everything I need to succeed is at Hear & Play. Created by Mr. J. Griggs, with his awesome , dedicated, and competent teachers & staff. What a Treasure I have found, when God Blessed me to become a member of Hear & Play /GMTC Family! I may have a very small natural family, but now I see that God has given me a True genuine Gospel Music piano learning family of so many fellow students, friends, Staff that really want to help and we all share a common bond, and love for wanting to perfect the gift that God has given us. To reach our goal to perfect our love for playing the Piano or Organ. I have a long ways to go, but I must keep moving towards my Goal to reach my destiny. To achieve what I have strongly, desired for decades. I will with GMTC help. I may have taken a few detours, but I am now getting back on track. I am regrouping, using God, Faith,Trust, and GMTC/Hear & Play Family/Program, as my GPS to guide me to my Destiny! There is none better than Hear & Play/ GMTC in all the Land! As Jermaine Griggs/ Founder had many times said, “Just Trust the Process!” God Bless You.
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Deniece T.
Transitioning From Classical to…
Transitioning From Classical to Contemporary Gospel.
In the last 3 months, the coaches and instructors gave many tips to make playing contemporary gospel music easy. I started in the 60s playing traditional gospel using I-IV-V-I progressions. I am now comfortable playing contemporary progressions using ii and vi chords. The coaches/instructors put me at ease while helping me master the concepts.
I plan to continue playing classical music so I will turn a phrase and say Hear and Play IS my last gospel piano teacher.
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Gary
I became a member years ago
I became a member years ago. I was a working musician and the concept of learning gospel along with music theory really sparked my interest. Jermaine and Johnathan's positive energy really inspired me to dedicate my life to music. And then I had a series of life changing setbacks and I thought it was time to give up. But I just couldn't give up. My health kept getting worse and it seemed like I had to give up. I was offered a chance to be a permanent member but I kept putting it off thinking I didn't know if I could go on. Then I had the pleasure of talking to Brian. We had a great conversation and it galvanized me to become a permanent member. Though the struggle is real so is my faith in God and Hear and Play provides me with the best tools and support system available to keep going. I send this as my testimony to this program as I think if you want to be a true musician you can't go wrong with Hear and Play. I thank Jermaine, Johnathan and Brian for what they do as well as the ton of positive musicians. I can go on and on with thanks but don't take my word for it, Check it out for yourself. God bless you all🙏🏽
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Joseph E.
This is one of the best online Music…
This is one of the best online Music education program. With a world renowned Professor of Music that can teach, simplify, and take you to your next musical level. With a family of musicians that are also willing to practice with you. Until you get to where you want to be as a professional musician. I would encourage anyone to just try it for 6 months. You will see amazing results
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Denise M.
At your own paceThis is a great way to learn at your…
This is a great way to learn at your own rate.Love working with these professionals. Thank you so much for putting together this program😄
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Diane M N.
Gracious and Knowledgeable!
Kindness, understanding, honest information regarding the various program benefits and cost. Gracious people, as well as highly knowledgeable of their craft!
