What Is The Difference Between The West Coast vs East Coast Style Of Playing Key

[seemunny]

You hear about the "West Coast Style" of playing keys, i suppose vs what they do on the East Coast. Can someone break down what the difference is.

And also, i wonder are East Coast players aware of an "East Coast style"? In other words, would an East Coast cat say: "Yeah, i love the East Coast Style because such & such, etc. etc..." ?????

[ddw4e]

East coast play around the chords...West coast tyend to play around the melody. I tend to do both at times.

[under13]

From my limited experience, west coast guys playa lot smoother and more laid back, as compared to NY guys who are very aggressive and "in your Face".

[Teddie_Keys]

From my limited experience, west coast guys playa lot smoother and more laid back, as compared to NY guys who are very aggressive and "in your Face".

I agree!  Although, you do have some musicians that will be out the box all together.  Sound Check I believe doesn't really fall in a category.