Business Details
26 Years
experience
Learn Music by Ear with Online Piano Lessons
Founded in August 2000 with $70, our company has grown into a global leader in music education, serving over 2 million aspiring musicians annually. We specialize in teaching piano, organ, guitar, drums, vocals, and woodwinds across genres like gospel, jazz, salsa, and pop through innovative 'by ear' methods. Our team of world-class instructors, including renowned musicians like Jermaine Griggs and Jonathan Powell, has developed proprietary software and training programs that eliminate traditional barriers to music learning.With hundreds of online courses, free resources, and a commitment to accessibility, we empower learners of all skill levelsfrom beginners to advanced playersto master their craft. Our proven methodologies have transformed music education, earning recognition as the 'Most Popular Music By Ear Site' for seven consecutive years.
Services
Piano Lessons
Gospel Music Training
Ear Training
Online Courses
Music Software
Song Tutor
Jazz Training
Vocal Lessons
Guitar Instruction
Drum Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 22+ years of experience teaching music by ear with proven methods
- Our team includes world-renowned gospel and jazz musicians as instructors
- We developed proprietary software for ear training and song transposition
- We provide 400+ free video lessons and 1000+ structured training modules
- Our alumni network spans 2 million musicians across 120+ countries
What people say
Great teaching methods
Easy to follow lessons
Helped me play by ear
Excellent instructors
Highly recommend
Services
Piano Lessons
Structured piano instruction for all levels using our proprietary 'by ear' methodology. Lessons cover chord progressions, improvisation, and genre-specific techniques. Students gain practical skills through video demonstrations and interactive exercises.
Gospel Music Training
Specialized gospel music education featuring professional church musicians. Curriculum includes worship leading, chord voicing, and stylistic techniques. Offers both foundational skills and advanced ministerial training modules.
Ear Training
Proprietary ear-training system for identifying chords, progressions, and melodies by listening. Includes software tools like Ear Tutor and practical exercises for developing musical intuition without sheet music.
Online Courses
Self-paced music courses accessible from any device. Features video lessons, downloadable resources, and progress assessments. Covers multiple instruments and genres with flexible learning pathways for different skill levels.
Music Software
Interactive software suite including Song Tutor for chord analysis, Ear Tutor for aural training, and Instant Transposer for key changes. Designed to enhance practice efficiency and accelerate skill development.
People
Jermaine Griggs
Founder / Instructor
Music entrepreneur and educator with 20+ years experience. Developed the 'by ear' teaching methodology. Graduated from UC Irvine and founded Hear & Play Music in 2000 with $70 investment.
Jonathan Powell
Director, Gospel Music Training Center
Gospel music specialist with 15+ years at Hear and Play. Created flagship programs like GospelKeys Master Class. Professional musician with international performance experience and teaching expertise.
Chuku Onyemachi
Musicologist / Blog Writer
Music theory expert and educator with extensive writing contributions. Specializes in breaking down complex musical concepts into accessible lessons for practical application in various genres.
James Wrubel
Jazz Instructor
Jazz piano specialist with professional performance background. Develops curriculum focusing on improvisation, chord substitutions, and authentic jazz phrasing techniques for modern musicians.
Jason White
Gospel Instructor
Experienced gospel musician and educator. Creator of foundational gospel keyboard courses. Focuses on worship leadership skills, church music requirements, and practical ministry applications for gospel musicians.
Questions
What types of music lessons do you offer?
We provide piano, gospel, jazz, vocal, guitar, and drum lessons using our proprietary 'by ear' methodology.
Are there free lessons available?
Yes! Sign up for our 4 free video piano lessons covering key identification, chord progressions, and music theory basics.
How do I access purchased courses?
Digital courses become immediately available in your account after purchase with lifetime access.
Who are your instructors?
Our faculty includes Grammy-nominated gospel musicians, jazz specialists, and certified musicologists with decades of professional experience.
What is your refund policy?
We offer 30-day refunds for all digital products. Contact support through our website to initiate a return.
Can I learn without prior experience?
Absolutely! Our curriculum starts with fundamentals for complete beginners while offering advanced techniques for experienced players.
