Pro Pianist Hears Sabrina Carpenter For The First Time

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Discover Erskine Hawkins' creative approach as he listens to Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" for the very first time and attempts to play along. How does he know what to layer so quickly? Watch this video to find out! Meet Erskine Hawkins III: Erskine is a top music director, producer, and pianist. He started playing gospel music at 13 and led bands by 14. He graduated from the University of North Texas as the first African-American in their Jazz Piano program. Erskine has directed music for Chrisette Michele and Zendaya, and toured with Eminem and Rihanna. He also plays keyboard and organ at the Potter's House Church in Dallas under Bishop T.D. Jakes. Erskine loves church music for its impact and stresses continuous learning. He advises musicians to ask questions, build a strong repertoire, and practice regularly. ► Try Pianote FREE for 7 days! https://www.pianote.com/trial-yt _______________ Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Erskine Hawkins Listens to Track: Drums & Vocals Only 01:54 - Erskine Takes Notes 03:03 - Erskine Adds Layers: Starting with Bass 03:17 - Erskine Adds Layers: Synths 03:39 - Erskine Adds Layers: Strings 03:44 Take Lessons With Erskine 03:53 - Erskine Adds Layers: Organ 04:05 - Erskine Plays the Final Take 07:07 - Erskine Hawkins Hears the Original Song 08:24 - Closing Thoughts _______________ Follow Erskine: ► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erskinehawkins/ Follow us: ► Instagram http://instagram.com/pianoteofficial/ ► Facebook http://facebook.com/pianoteofficial/ ► Tiktok https://tinyurl.com/yd7hyxxc #Pianote #SabrinaCarpente #ErskineHawkins