Daily Schedule for Event Below!

Our biggest piano workshop 
of the year!

Church-Ready Piano in 3 Days

April 14th, 15th, 16th
12pm Pacific | 1pm Mountain | 2pm Central | 3pm Eastern

In just 3 days, learn how to play gospel hymns and worship music on piano with confidence—so you can show up ready to serve your church, even if you’ve never played publicly before.

This Conference is for you IF...

- You’ve never played piano for a church service but want to start

- You want to learn to play Hymns or Modern Worship in the context of a full band
 
- You need clear, encouraging instruction that meets you exactly where you are

One workshop. Multiple teachers. Real church skills.

For the first time, we’re bringing multiple Piano by Pictures teachers together to teach simultaneously — giving you the chance to learn from different perspectives in one workshop, and picking the topics that are most applicable to you!

And of course your workshop host: Dr. Ryan Kelly!

Professor of piano and creator of the Piano by Pictures Method, Dr. Kelly has taught 1000s of students in his online courses and events. Dr. Kelly holds a Doctorate in Piano Performance and taught at UNLV before starting Piano by Pictures. 

Designed to help you play piano for church in just 3 days!

What To Expect:

Explore Topics You Love - 
Session 1

We begin together as a group, then you pick the session you want to attend with one of our Piano by Pictures teachers.

Play & Apply - 
Session 2

Apply what you learned by playing the same song together with guided instruction, practical examples, and hands-on playing.

Freedom to learn what you want, with one clear goal:

Helping you play with confidence in a
Real Church Environment.

  • You pick the topics you want! 
  • Gospel & Worship–Focused Training
  • Hands-On Playing Each Day
  • ​Beginner-Friendly, Confidence-Building Approach

Day 1

Session 1: Choose Your Adventure!

We are putting your workshop in your hands - choose a focused session led by a Piano by Pictures teacher that fits your needs.

Session 2: First Steps to Church

Learn a song from the ground up with the whole Piano by Pictures Academy

Day 2

Session 1: Go Deeper OR Choose Another Path!

Like in Day 1, you can choose your session - build on the same topic or explore a new one with a different teacher.

Session 2: Band Rehearsal

Experience playing a song in a realistic church-style setting with a backing track.

Day 2

Day 3

Session 1: Final Choice

Your last chance to pick your topic of study - revisit what helped most or explore a new topic to round out your skills.

Session 2: Lead With Confidence

Bring it all together and learn to play with the confidence needed to lead a congregation!
While trying to learn piano, have you ever...
  • Played a song perfectly with just your left or right hand.... only to crash and burn when you put the hands together?
  • ​Felt like your songs sound "choppy" with lots of hesitations and pauses?
  • Felt like you were just "pounding" away on the keys... and not really making music?
  • Played a song perfectly with just your left or right hand.... only to crash and burn when you put the hands together?
  • ​Felt like your songs sound "choppy" with lots of hesitations and pauses?
  • ​Felt like you're learning a song for the first time... even though you've practiced it before?

Here's the Good News

We've helped dozens of Piano by Pictures students to
master playing hands together...

and we'd love to teach you a simple, step by step process for:
     -- moving smoothly between chords
     -- combining the chords effortlessly with the melody
     -- adding EXPRESSION into your playing...

... all in five days!

Here's What You Will Do in the Challenge:

  • ​​Smooth out your songs using proven practice strategies
  • ​Use "Polish Mode" to perfect your pieces and perform with confidence
  • ​Bring musicianship and expression to your playing

Event Schedule | Sept 30 - Oct 4

  • Day 1: 5 Roadblocks To Playing Hands Together 
  • Day 2: Left-Hand Bootcamp 
    • Day 3: Hands-Together Bootcamp 
    • Day 4: Musicianship and expression 
            • Day 5: Perfect Your Pieces with "Polish Mode"     

            2 Ways to Join the Christmas Workshop

            General Admission

            One Time Payment of $297

            • 5 Live "Hands-On" Classes
            • ​Event Recordings
            • ​Online Workbook

            or...

            Most Popular

            Upgrade to the Annual Membership 
            for FREE Admission! 

             $444  just $344!

            By upgrading your membership, you get everything in General Admission...

            • And 12 months of the Piano by Pictures Academy at a $100 dollar discount! 

            PLUS These Exclusive Benefits:

            • "Beginner's Review Session" before conference begins 
            • Personal feedback in "Homework Review"
            • FREE access to future live events for an entire year!

            including....

            • The Post-Effortless Piano Conference Check-In and Q&A
            • Other Private Q&As held throughout the year
            • Harmonize the Hands 6 Week Course
            • ​And more!

            What Else Comes With a Live Events Pass?

            • The Post-Effortless Workshop Check-In and Q&A
            • Other Private Q&As held throughout the year
            • Shortcut to Advanced Techniques 6 Week Course Starting in January
            • Various Workshops and Classes Held Throughout the Year!

            Frequently Asked Questions

             How do I get access to the event for free with my annual membership?

            If you are on the monthly plan, simply fill out the form on the next page to purchase the Annual Membership at the discounted rate. You will be automatically enrolled in the event.

             What does the Annual Membership include?

            The Annual membership includes access to a full year of the Piano by Pictures Academy, as well as access to all of the live events like this that we do throughout the year! Events include but not limited to: Harmonize the Hands, The In-Sync Conference, Christmas Music Workshop, Summer Sessions, the Gospel Workshop, and More!

             When is the event scheduled?

            The event is scheduled April 14th, 15th, and 16th at 12PM Pacific Time

             Where will the event be held?

            This virtual event will be held online using Zoom. 

             Do I have to play for anyone live?

            No, absolutely not! You are muted and can be at your piano, playing along with our teachers in real time without fear of performing for anyone.

             Will the event be recorded?

            Yes! The recordings from the event will be made available to all participants and will be available after the event is over.

             Do I need to be tech-savvy to attend?

            All participants will need a device capable of running Zoom (any smartphone, iPad, tablet, or laptop computer will do!). We have a Tech Orientation Video before the event starts so you can test out the tech and be ready to attend!

             What happens to my current monthly subscription if I upgrade to the annual membership?

            Since you are currently on the monthly membership, the time remaining on your membership this month will be added on to the 12 months you receive as an Annual member.

             Are there any additional perks or discounts for annual members?

            Yes! In addition to receiving free General Admission, Annual Members are eligible to attend other live events held throughout the entire year for FREE.

             Do you have any guarantees?

            Yes! We have extended our satisfaction guarantee too 101 days after purchase.  If you are unhappy for any reason, get your money back on your initial purchase, no questions asked!

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