
She has a clear and concise teaching method and a desire to get you playing this heartfelt and inspirational music, even if you have never played it before.Ethel teaches the basic melody of a hymn or spiritual, and then adds the chords and bass lines that will give the song a solid rhythmic foundation. Ethel Caffie-Austin, a formidable pianist, vocalist and educator, is steeped in the traditions and styles of the black church.

The two continue to grow in ministry and in love.There's no sound more thrilling than the walking bass notes and driving chords of traditional gospel piano, and there is no better way to learn it than from this 2-DVD set. He is happily married to his wife of seven years Shavonne Cook. Since that time he has trained thousands of musicians online.ĭarrell is also a gifted preacher and Pastors the Christ Community Church. His vision to train others was realized with the website which he started in 2009. Throughout the years he has shared the stage with CeCe Winans, JJ Hairston & Youthful Praise, The Chautauqua Youth Mass Choir and several others.Īfter years of playing and traveling Darrell decided to begin to teach what he knows to upcoming musicians. This experience forced him to learn all of the styles and approaches necessary in a urban church context. His first assignment was to manage four choirs, a five piece band, and praise team.

Groomed to play at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Erie Pa, Darrell learned quickly to thrive in the demanding environment on urban church musicianship.

Darrell Cook is an a pianist and organist that has been playing gospel, jazz, and neo-soul keys for over 15 years.
