'Counting stars' is yet another example of what magic a nice arrangement, -production and - different vocal melodies can do to yet another, mere four chord progression.
In this tutorial I'll show you some various ways of playing them, using some Pop-Piano techniques to both copy the original piano from the record, as to simulate a different instrumental parts and create a unique piano version.
I'll also teach you the semi-signature keyboard melody phrase and - as always - we'll dive a bit into Pop-Piano tips, tricks and techniques, fooling around with the four chords from the song.
Any questions, remarks or whatever comes to mind after watching the video: please leave a comment!
Oh and don't forget to VOTE in the poll for next weeks tutorial (will be a truly 'classic' Christmas song; three for you to pick from) over @ the Facebook page.
Have fun!
Cheers, Coen.
Counting Stars - Onerepublic.
All skills, tricks, tips, techniques and knowledge from this- and all other lessons @ this website are taken and can be learnt from my book / course 'Hack the Piano' - The unconventional shortcut method to truly understand music and the piano.
Coen, I love what you are doing. Thanks you for investing in us. Somone once said that if you want to be immortal, then teach someone something. You're definately on your way to immortality!
My only comment with regards to your interesting book is that the website is too cluttered.
I think it would be safe to say that we trust you so you don't have to oversell the product. Keep it simple and minimise the options. Have a merry Christmas and keep up the good work.
Alles van die beste, Rod.G
Wow, thanks so much for your comment Rod! Really awesome to read you're enjoying my work.
I'm very interested to know where you find the website to be too cluttered and how you feel I'm overselling the product. I take any tips and feedback very seriously into account and try to implement as much of my followers wishes as possible.
Would you mind going into more detail maybe by sending me a quick email? info@piano-couture.com.
Thanks again Rod!
Cheers, Coen.