Alain Merville

Berklee College of Music

Become a Skilled Gospel Piano Player in Days, Not Years

Stop wasting time and money on ineffective piano tutorials. Alain Merville's comprehensive course is your ultimate step-by-step guide to mastering gospel piano.

Intermediate +Piano

$79

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30-day course credit · No questions asked

Transform Your Piano Playing

Play Like a Pro

Develop a smooth and coordinated approach to playing, with exercises for both hands.

Create Your Own Style

Learn techniques that personalize your playing style, and create a signature sound that sets you apart.

Tap Into Your Talent

Find your musical personality and play with confidence.

Your Music Your Way

HD Video Lessons

Multi-camera professional production so you see every technique, every finger placement, every nuance.

Structured Curriculum

Carefully sequenced lessons build your skills step by step — from fundamentals to advanced techniques.

Self-Paced

Learn on your schedule. Revisit lessons as many times as you need, at your own speed.

Lifetime Access

Buy once, keep forever. No subscriptions, no renewals — your course is always there when you need it.

Skills You'll Learn

Must-Know Gospel Chord Progressions

Making Chord Changes Smoother

Unlocking Endless Creativity

Understanding Music Theory Basics

Making Your Chords Sound Amazing

Using Phrasing and Space in Your Playing

What You'll Master

9+ in-depth video lessons

1Analyzing HarmonyFree Preview

2Subdividing Harmony

3Pedal Point & Harmonic Motion

4Diminished Harmony Relationships

5Modes & Chord Scales

6Orchestration

7Pivot Modulation

8Embellishments

9Oh Danny Boy Breakdown

9+ video lessonsExercises includedLifetime access

Your Instructor

Alain Merville

Alain Merville has a rich background in teaching music theory at Berklee College of Music, and has guided thousands of students worldwide, both online and in-person, across various skill levels and musical styles. He has crafted masterclass curriculums for renowned musicians like Ne-Yo, Cory Henry, Jesús Molina, and more. As an expert gospel piano instructor, Alain excels at simplifying complex concepts, making them easy to understand for every learner.

“Gospel piano wasn't always easy for me. But my journey led me to create a method that makes learning it faster and more fulfilling”

From a fellow instructor

What other instructors say

“I promise you this is one of the best gospel piano courses I have ever seen.”

“This is the best gospel piano course! You're going to learn so many things. I 100% recommend it!”

Hear From Other Musicians

Well, they're singing our praises.

“YousicPlay completely changed how I approach the piano. The lessons are clear, engaging, and I saw real improvement within the first week.”

Pablo Fernando

Piano

“Learning from world-class musicians at my own pace has been incredible. The production quality is top-notch and the instruction is detailed yet easy to follow.”

Bert Coleman

Guitar

“As a worship leader, the gospel piano course has been invaluable. I can now play with confidence and lead my congregation beautifully.”

Jessica Chen

Piano

FAQ

This course is for all intermediate and above pianists seeking to develop a mastery of gospel piano. Whether you're just starting to explore the gospel genre, or a more experienced player looking to accelerate your growth and expand your skills.

You'll need to have basic knowledge and understanding of the piano. The course comes with an e-book with lesson summaries, study guides, practice guides, and music notation for each of the exercises.

Yes, you'll have lifetime access to the video lessons, full curriculum, and Yousic Play community.

Absolutely not. You'll be able to access the course from anywhere in the world.

Yes. If you're not satisfied with a course, you can request 100% credit toward another course on YousicPlay within 30 days of purchase, no questions asked.

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