Samuel Witt on SoundBetter

Classically trained in Jazz as a graduate of the prestigious University of North Texas music program with a bachelors degree in Piano Performance and have been a professional piano/keyboard player for over 10 years.

Heyo!

Interestingly enough, I've worn many hats as a music man ranging from gospel music to electro-swing. My playing and production have been used on stages and screens around the world. I pride myself in my ear for sounds and my keyboard feel. I love playing funk keys as well as creating grooves and melodies. Thanks for listening and I hope to get to hear your music!

-Sam

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Endorse Samuel Witt2 Reviews

by Ciaran F.
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I’ve been super lucky to have worked with Samuel many times over the years and he is my go to for everything keys. He just innately knows what the song needs to really pop and his playing always reflects that. Absolutely wonderful musician to work with. Highly recommended.
by Paze I.
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Samuel was very easy to work with and gave me more than what I bargained for. Will definitely work with him again.

Interview with Samuel Witt

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started playing keyboards at my Dads church at the tender age of 11. Since then I've been playing in some capacity ever since. It kind of goes like this: high school bands 👉🏽 college degree 👉🏽 cruise ship performer 👉🏽 hired keyboardist 👉🏽 writer/composer
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Soulful, Groovy, Compelling
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Anderson Paak.. I love the taste/feel of his productions.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Don't edit yourself while creating. The only editing that you need while creating should serve the creating and not kill the vibe. You can edit later.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Funk, Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul, RnB, Pop
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Capturing the feel.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring my ear and musicality, as well as taste. My goal is not to retract value, but add value. If that means playing less, so be it!
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I listen pretty intently a few times through gathering the feel/vibe and listening for my part. While listening, I write down the arrangement and chords so I can record efficiently. I audition sounds that I've been directed to use or use my creative judgment as it has been given me. I record a few takes and pick which ones sound the best.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a Yamaha MODX as my keyboard / midi controller ADAM A7X's as my studio monitors Macbook M2 with Logic Pro XI installed VST's include Addictive Keys, Omnisphere, Piano in Blue
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Oscar Peterson, Imogen Heap, Sean Martin, Corey Henry, Joey DeFrancesco
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I have worked with clients that need more harmonic support via Keyboards / Synths in their song/track. I've worked on Jazz, Soul, Hip Hop, RnB, and Funk tracks to name a few.