PLAY is where you further solidify the skills and techniques you learn in the programs of jwithrow.com by having to wield them in the battlefield of real songs. It tests and hones your learning by giving you the chance to play in a wide variety of different styles, keys, tempos, time signatures, and rhythms. So here's your license to get awesome :) Enjoy!

NOTE: "LEVEL" is the designator that let's you know which number of lesson in "The 20 Lessons" program you will need to have completed in order to quickly understand the concepts of that particular lesson. 

Click on A SAMPLE VIDEO BELOW TO SEE WHAT YOU'll BE LEARNING with "PLAY."

 

LEVEL 5

 

LEVEL 5       KEY A, CAPO 2       CHART
Learn an original song from Jairus' band, Bus Seven! Movement will get everyone singing about the Spirit's work with a very catchy and anthemic chorus.

LEVEL 5       KEY G       CHART
An upbeat tune that blends energetic rhythm playing with scripture-centered lyrics speaking of how we're saved by grace alone.

 

LEVEL 5, KEY D        LEVEL 10, KEY E       CHART
Rich chords. Slower tempo with a very dramatic bridge. Beautiful praise song. "Your praise will ever be on my lips." 

 
 

LEVEL 6

 

LEVEL 6       KEY G       CHART
Great tune by Sinach from Nigeria. Leeland made it famous in the states. Learn how to “complexify” chords shapes in the G.

LEVEL 6       KEY G       CHART
One of the best known hymns (if not THE best known hymn) on earth! A simple and traditional version. Includes all 7 verses.

 

LEVEL 7

 
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LEVEL 7, KEY G       LEVEL 8, KEY C       CHART
4-on-the-floor verse, groove centric half-time chorus that makes you want to bob your head, and anthemic bridge. Declaration of Jesus as The Only King. 

LEVEL 7       KEY C       CHART
A southern soundin' radio hit that'll make you feel right at home. Fits in the "positive song" genre. 

 

LEVEL 8

 

LEVEL 8       KEY C       CHART
High energy worship tune filled with massive C/G chords + tasty lyrics celebrating the beauty, power, and centrality of Christ.  

LEVEL 8, KEY C       LEVEL 7, KEY G       CHART
4-on-the-floor verse, groove centric half-time chorus that makes you want to bob your head, and anthemic bridge. Declaration of Jesus as The Only King. 

 

LEVEL 10

 
 
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LEVEL 10, KEY E       LEVEL 5, KEY D       CHART
Rich chords. Slower tempo with a very dramatic bridge. Beautiful praise song. "Your praise will ever be on my lips." 

 
 

LEVEL 17

LEVEL 17       KEY Em/E       CHART
A sublime fingerpicking tune written by Jon Foreman of Switchfoot during their early years. Complex/interesting chords and shapes.

LEVEL 17       KEY D       CHART
Like folk rock? Use Drop D Tuning to play this highly rhythmic tune by Mumford & Sons. 

 

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