Free 1:1 Custom Gospel & Jazz Piano Roadmap Session

"ANY MUSICIAN WANTING TO MASTER GOSPEL & JAZZ PIANO NEEDS THIS"

If you're done wasting time on YouTube tutorials, cheap courses, and empty promises that never deliver, this is the proven system that finally gets you results.

Watch video to learn the EXACT system we've used to help over 5000 students play contemporary gospel chords like the pros in just 30-60 minutes per day

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For serious ADULT piano players wanting to Level Up Their playing With Coaching

See How Stuck Piano Players In Their 40s, 50s and Beyond Went From Playing “Bland, Outdated Chords” To Soulful Gospel, Neo‑Soul & Jazz Chords In The 3–6 Months

Watch the short video below to see how our Chord Stack System™ piano coaching program works, then Book Your 1:1 Piano Roadmap Session with our coaching staff

A copy of this training (plus a bonus) is also in your email and by text so you can re‑watch it later.

If you're done wasting time on YouTube tutorials, cheap courses, and empty promises that never deliver, this is the proven system that finally gets you results.

Watch video to learn the EXACT system we've used to help over 5000 students play contemporary gospel chords like the pros in just 30-60 minutes per day

IMPORTANT: Are We Right For You?

  • Our coaching program is a high-touch mentorship, NOT cheap lessons or a subscription site.

  • This Roadmap Session is free, but if we both feel it’s a fit, tuition is a significant investment (typically a few thousand dollars, with payment plans available).

  • If paying for coaching would mean struggling with essentials like: Rent, food, car payment, please start with our free resources instead.

On Your Chord Stack™ Piano Roadmap Session You'll Get:

A diagnosis of what’s keeping you stuck at “intermediate forever”

A 90‑day practice plan that fits your work and family schedule

A breakdown of how the Chord Stack System™ rewires your thinking, so you can:

  • Add gospel flavor to simple worship/CCM songs

  • Fix thin left‑hand chording

  • Reharm and add passing chords in all 12 keys without guessing

This IS For You If:

  • You’re a busy adult (engineer, doctor, consultant, tech, etc.) who treats piano as your main creative outlet.

  • You did not grow up in the gospel church, but you love the soulful Black church sound and want to play it authentically OR you’ve played in church for years and your chords feel old/thin.

  • You want to understand the mindset and thought process of elite gospel, neo‑soul, and contemporary jazz players – not just copy their licks.

  • You want to play creative reharmonizations, passing chords, and embellishments in all 12 keys without hesitating.

  • You can commit 3–5 focused hours per week and are open to investing in high‑touch coaching, not cheap lessons.

This Is NOT For You If:

  • You’re a complete beginner who can’t yet play simple songs or basic chords.

  • You’re mainly looking for cheap lessons, quick song tutorials, or a low‑cost subscription.

  • Paying for coaching would mean struggling with essential monthly living expenses.

  • You’re not willing to practice at least 2–3 hours per week or you want a magic shortcut.

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What Our Students Say After Their Chord Stack™ Piano Experience

Hear Chord Stack™ Students Share Their Wins

What Pro's Say About the Chord Stack System™

FAQ – About The Chord Stack™ Piano Roadmap Session

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BEFORE & AFTER RESULTS

Lorine Walters - Beginner

Before

After (6 Month Transformation)

Robert Hubbard - Intermediate

Before & 4 Month Transformation

After (7 Month Transformation)

Before

After (2 Month Transformation)

Hideyuki Fukui - Intermediate

Before

After (4 month Transformation)

Here's What You'll Experience in the Program

Direct Access to Professor Vaughn & the Gospel University Team

Get face-to-face with Professor Vaughn Brathwaite, the architect behind the Chord Stack System™ and a professor at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. This program gives you the unique opportunity to ask questions and get actionable advice directly from someone who’s transformed thousands of students’ piano skills worldwide.

A Community of Dedicated Musicians

This isn’t just another program for casual learners. We carefully select students who are serious about their growth, ensuring you’re surrounded by like-minded individuals ready to push their piano skills to the next level. Expect an environment that fosters accountability, inspiration, and progress.

Proven Results That Speak for Themselves

Our coaching program has a track record of delivering real breakthroughs. Students have gone from struggling with basic chords to confidently playing advanced pieces in record time. When you join, you’re stepping into a system that’s been tested and proven to deliver results.

A Pathway to Lifelong Mastery

This program could be the turning point in your piano journey. It’s an opportunity to build a foundation of skills and techniques that will serve you for a lifetime, guided by a team deeply committed to your growth.

ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

Professor Vaughn Brathwaite is the founder of Gospel University and creator of the Chord Stack System™, a proven method that has transformed the piano playing of over 6,000 students worldwide. 


As a Professor at Berklee College of Music for eight years, Vaughn redesigned the contemporary piano curriculum and has become a sought-after musicologist and consultant.


His mission is to empower “underdog” musicians to achieve their greatest musical dreams by teaching them to think like the pros, unlocking their full creative potential. 


With over 200,000 followers across all social media platforms, Vaughn’s unique approach focuses on musical mindset and creativity, ensuring students don’t just copy the pros—but think and PLAY like the pros.

Ready To See How The Chord Stack System™ Can Work For You?

Do I need to be at my piano for the Roadmap Session?

No. Most students join from their laptops.

We’ll talk through where you’re stuck, your goals, and what you’ve already tried.

If we need to hear you play, we’ll ask for a short video before or after the session.

Is this going to be a high‑pressure sales call?

No. On the Roadmap session, we focus first on diagnosing your playing and giving you a clear 90‑day plan.

If we both feel it’s a fit, we’ll walk you through tuition options.

What if I’m not sure I can afford coaching tuition?

Our coaching tuition is a 4 figure financial investment, best for adults who can invest in their musical growth without missing essentials.

If it’s not the right time for you to invest this probably isn’t the right time to schedule a Piano Roadmap Session.

If that level of investment might be possible but you’re unsure, book the call.

We’ll walk through what’s realistic for you and you can decide with all the information in front of you.

What actually happens on the call?

1. First, we’ll ask a few questions about your playing, your church / music situation, and your goals.

2. Then we’ll map out a clear 3–6 month plan for how you can go from where you are now to a confident, pro‑level gospel/jazz sound.

3. If it feels like a fit, we’ll show you how our coaching works. If not, we’ll still point you to the best next steps and resources.

Is this suitable for beginners? I’m not sure I’m “good enough” yet.

The session works for beginners, self‑taught players, and advanced musicians.

We regularly help:

- Total beginners who only know a few chords

- Intermediate musicians feeling stuck playing repetitive ideas

- Advanced players who want richer voicings and freedom

We’ll meet you exactly where you are and build the plan from there.

Want to Test Drive the Chord Stack System™ Yourself?

Or call us at: (617)-833-0150

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WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

About Professor Vaughn Brathwaite

Vaughn Brathwaite is the founder of Gospel University and creator of the Chord Stack System™, the method behind more than 6,000 students transforming their gospel piano playing worldwide.


For eight years, he taught at Berklee College of Music, where he helped overhaul the contemporary piano curriculum and became a go‑to expert for modern gospel and jazz harmony.


Vaughn’s mission is simple: teach frustrated musicians the thought process of elite gospel & jazz musicians so they can play and create like them, not just copy licks from YouTube.


With over 300,000 followers across social media, his teaching focuses on musical mindset, creativity, and real‑world application so students don’t just learn more chords… they actually play with confidence live.

Vaughn is a Berklee College of Music professor and founder of Gospel University. He’s helped over 6,000 adult gospel & jazz piano students go from stuck intermediates to confident, creative players.

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

"With the Chord Stack System™ I've grown more on piano in 6 months than in the last 10 years..."
What Vaughn has here is definitely a BLESSING! His system has put literally put me on the path of self-reliance and learning new things every day. Nate N.
Shakeel A.
"The Chord Stack System™ unlocked my understanding of contemporary piano..."
The Chord Stack System™ that Vaughn created is the MOST effective way, (with discipline) to unlock fluency on the piano. Gospel University is the path! Shakeel A.
"This is what I've needed for a LONG time..."
Vaughn's Chord Stack System™ is mapped out so well! As long as I keep putting in the work, & following my coaches advice, my playing gets better and better. Finally my hands can do what I've always wanted them to do Dr. Robert H.
"I have so many options on the piano that I  NEVER had before!"
I used to wonder "how do these gospel guys find all those chords", but now it makes so much sense! Because when you have the 'understanding' the Chord Stack System™ gives you, it puts so many options at your disposal. Dr. Camesia M.

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