: Plays the "ands" (upbeats) between every beat (1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & ).
To play reggae keyboard, you must shift your focus from the "downbeat" (1, 2, 3, 4) to the "upbeat" (the "and" of the beat). The goal is to create a rhythmic pocket that supports the bassline and drums. 1. The Core Techniques How To Play Reggae Keyboard
: Play short, staccato chords on beats 2 and 4. Keep your wrists loose to avoid locking up. : Plays the "ands" (upbeats) between every beat
: You can play the root of the chord in octaves on the downbeat or mirror the right hand for a thicker sound. How To Play Reggae Keyboard
: This is the most iconic reggae sound.
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