How to Play “Way Maker” on Piano [Video Tutorial]
“Way Maker” by Sinach is a powerful worship song that is also a great one to learn on piano. Its simple chord progression makes it accessible for newer pianists, while the repetitive structure gives more experienced players plenty of opportunities to add movement and expression.
In the tutorial below, I'll show you how to form the chords and demonstrate two different ways to play the song: a simple version and a more advanced version.
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Learn the Chords
Start by becoming familiar with the chords used throughout the song.
In the video tutorial, I'll walk you through each chord shape and show you how to move between the chords. Once the chord progression becomes familiar, you can focus on developing a comfortable accompaniment pattern.
Begin With the Simple Version
If you're newer to worship piano, start with the simple approach.
The repetitive nature of “Way Maker” makes it a great song for practicing steady chord changes and learning how to maintain a consistent accompaniment.
Don't feel like you need to add a lot right away. Playing the chords simply and confidently can provide everything the song needs.
Add More Movement
Once the simple version feels comfortable, you can begin expanding your accompaniment.
In the advanced version of the tutorial, I'll show you how to add more notes and movement to the piano part. These techniques can help you create a fuller sound and give you more options as the song builds.
The same basic chords can sound very different depending on how you voice and pattern them.
Watch the Tutorial
Watch the tutorial below to learn the chords and see both the simple and advanced ways to play “Way Maker.”
Start by mastering the simple version. Once you can play through the song without having to think about every chord change, begin incorporating some of the ideas from the advanced version.
As you practice, remember that effective worship piano isn't about making everything complicated. Learn to play simply first, then add complexity when it actually serves the song.
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