Top Praise & Worship Instrumental Solos: Piano Acc. (Instrumental) Book & CD

Fresh and energetic. Contemporary worship writing relies on clear harmonic changes and rhythmic drive that feels modern without requiring flashy technique. These arrangements let the piano breathe space for the soloist while creating a cohesive musical foundation that audiences instantly recognize.

Pianists performing at a Level 2-3 standard who play alongside wind soloists in worship services, youth groups, or recitals. This accompaniment book pairs directly with the wind instrument books in this series, making it essential for any ensemble setting where a pianist supports a featured instrumentalist.

• Use the backing track during rehearsal to internalize tempo and phrasing without relying on the soloist's breathing
• Listen to the performance track to identify how your comping supports the melody, especially in sustained passages where minimal motion matters most
• Balance dynamic shaping between your left hand (harmonic foundation) and right hand (rhythmic or sustained support) so the soloist remains prominent

Integrate these titles into worship services or youth ensemble concerts where wind soloists are featured. A single arrangement works as a five-minute interlude in a longer program, or string multiple titles together for a contemporary worship-focused set piece.

• Accompaniment texture and when to fill space versus create openness
• Harmonic language common to contemporary worship (suspended chords, modal interchange)
• Listening and responding to a soloist's phrasing in real time
• Independence between hands when one supports harmony and the other drives rhythm
• Reading and interpreting chord-based accompaniment notation