Piano Broken Chords - The 2 Patterns Every Player Needs

Learn 2 essential broken chord piano patterns over a G major chord progression with left hand variations, swing feel, and accompaniment tips

📥 Grab the handwritten notes, staff notation, MIDI files & MuseScore file (G major + E major) and support us on Patreon 🎹🎼

Tired of your piano playing sounding stuck on block chords? In this lesson, Jason Zac breaks down 2 foundational broken chord patterns that will instantly upgrade your accompaniment playing.

We work through a beautiful G major chord progression (G – C – Em – D – C/G – G) using smooth second inversion voicings around middle C. You'll learn how to shift between chords with common tones and minimal hand movement.

The two core patterns covered are the 'Out-Two-In-One' (great for a steady, pumping feel) and the 'Out-In-Out-In' pattern (ideal for faster tempos and swing feel). We also explore volume control, accenting different beats, triplet feel variations, and how to add an extra top note for richer textures.

On the left hand side, we go beyond simple root notes — you'll learn to play octaves, toggle between root and fifth, add passing bass notes, and sprinkle in ghost notes for a more professional sound. Plus, tips on singing chord tones while accompanying yourself.

This lesson is perfect for intermediate pianists, worship players, singer-songwriters, and anyone wanting to build solid accompaniment skills. Grab your keyboard and play along!

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⏳ Chapter markers
00:00 - Performance
00:59 - Introduction to Broken Chords 🎹
01:18 - Patreon Resources: Notes, MIDI & MuseScore File 📥
01:35 - What Is a Broken Chord?
01:45 - Arpeggios vs Block Chords vs Broken Chords
02:56 - The G Major Chord Progression Overview
03:24 - Building the Chords Around Middle C
03:29 - Second Inversion of G Major
03:36 - Gliding to C Major with Common Tones
03:55 - E Minor Voicing
04:00 - D Major Quick Change
04:06 - C Over G Slash Chord
04:19 - Playing the Progression as Block Chords
04:48 - Finding a Safe Practice Tempo
05:02 - Tip: Think Ahead to the Next Chord
06:11 - Pattern 1: Out-Two-In-One Explained 🎼
06:26 - Counting in Eighth Notes
06:53 - Volume Control & Accenting Downbeats
07:55 - Applying Pattern 1 to the Full Progression
08:05 - Left Hand: Single Roots vs Octaves
08:43 - Bringing in a Melody on Top
09:32 - Pattern 2: Out-In-Out-In Explained
10:23 - Left Hand Octave Toggling Technique
11:00 - Comparing Pattern 1 and Pattern 2
11:10 - Adding Swing Feel with Triplets
11:45 - Emphasising Beats 2 and 4
12:04 - Advanced: Stacking Extra Top Notes
12:36 - Toggling Root and Fifth in the Left Hand
12:58 - Which Pattern Works Best for Swing?
13:15 - Songs That Fit These Patterns
13:28 - Singing Chord Tones While Playing 🎤
14:21 - Practising in E Major
14:40 - Quicker Chord Changes Within the Bar
15:11 - Left Hand Passing Bass Notes
15:30 - Adding Ghost Notes for Texture
16:01 - Broken Chords in 3/4 Time
16:23 - Left Hand Broken with Right Hand Melody
16:42 - Outro & Final Thoughts

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