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Hey, Brenden here. And what I'm about to say may be biased...
But I hope you hear me out, as the next few minutes could change your future as a jazz pianist forever.
Also, don’t worry. I’m not going to tell you about another online video course from us here at JPS.
What I’m about to show you is completely different. And it’s going to change the way jazz piano players approach studying jazz forever.
Why I urge you to take a few minutes and read this important note
Now like I said I may be biased…
But I think playing jazz is one of the coolest things you can do on the piano.
Few other styles of music give you the freedom to be as expressive, dynamic, and creative as a piano player.
And nothing beats how it feels to express your ideas up and down the range of the keys with impeccable timing as the chord changes fly by.
Or how it feels to step out into the spotlight and improvise a remarkable solo that makes the audience erupt.
You can even find joy in choosing the perfect chord tones to support your bandmates – especially once you know how to bend the rules of harmony and theory to create your own exciting and surprising piano parts.
It gets even better...
Becoming a strong jazz pianist also makes you a more complete overall piano player.
In fact, my decision to study jazz was the single biggest factor that has made me the musician I am today.
And I’m not alone.
Legendary piano players you know and love credit their success to studying jazz. From Herbie Hancock, to Bill Evans, to Chick Corea, to Oscar Peterson, and many more.
But without this knowledge, it's like looking at your piano with bad eyesight.
See, before you can play jazz, it’s almost like you’re looking down at your piano with bad vision.
Everything is blurry and confusing.
You can’t play across more than a few keys in a row without getting lost. And you struggle to keep up with anything but the slowest chord changes and rhythms.
Yet once you can play jazz, it’s like putting on the perfect pair of glasses.
Everything on your bass becomes crystal clear.
The notes you can play over every chord light up in your mind’s eye across your entire keyboard. The rhythms and accents you need to create the perfect groove flow naturally from your fingers. And instead of becoming yet another me-too, copycat piano player who can only emulate others…
You will have the creativity and mastery to develop your own identity as a musician – whatever that means for you.
So if you’re excited about everything I just said…
I have bad news... Becoming a competent jazz pianist is hard.
And if you’ve ever tried to study jazz by yourself, you probably don’t need me to tell you that.
That’s because you have to pull off a mind-numbing combination of skills and techniques into a seamless whole – all at the same time. How in the world do you connect all the pieces?
No margin for error
To make matters worse, you also have virtually no margin for error.
You can’t “fake it” when you show up to a jazz gig or jam session.
The music director, everyone in the band, and everyone in the audience will know you have no idea what you’re doing within the first few bars of the first song.
So with such high stakes – and so many skills to work on – just getting started can feel intimidating.
So tell me if any of this sounds familiar...
Because I’ve had countless students tell me how much they struggle to get traction with their jazz playing.
Every new exercise causes you to second-guess whether they’re playing it right. And no one is there to encourage you when you’re on the right track. Or to correct your mistakes in real-time so you don’t develop bad habits.
Which means instead of making progress, you spend most of your time going around in circles.
Plus when life gets in the way – and life will get in the way for you – you fall off track. And there’s no one there to help to help you get back up to speed.
Quitting is only a matter of time
So it’s often only a matter of time until you give up.
Which is why most students never make it to the end of even the best online courses. And if I’m being honest, that actually includes my own Jazz Piano School courses. Let me explain…
See, what is the thing that help students make the most progress. It’s actually not the quality of education, although that is a big factor.
It’s the accountability!
My New School University education
I paid over $200,000 for my BFA in jazz piano performance from the New School University in New York city.
While I do have my criticism, for the most part, it was amazing.
College education has something that personal self-study doesn’t have.
One word.
Accountability.
Now, of course, it has many other things, but that is a biggie.
Also, the QUALITY of education is absolutely fantastic.
I paid over 200k to attend the New School.
After running JPS for more than a decade, I’ve learned that there are students out there just as committed as I was to learning jazz piano.
They want accountability.
They want QUALITY education.
But they sure as heck ain’t going to pay 200k, especially in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s.
Nor do they want to do 4 years of school.
So what do I create that will help JPS students get more results, accountability, and intensive live education at the highest quality?
(handful of a sentence I know)
Here's what I did...
I sat down and pinpointed where we had the biggest drop-offs in our our self study courses.
I looked over thousands of the feedback forms we’ve received from you and your fellow piano players.
I even analyzed what was different about the JPS students who experience the biggest and most consistent progress.
And when the dust finally settled, I came to an undeniable conclusion
I realized that if I want to show you how to become a great jazz piano player in a way that’s almost impossible to fail…
Then I need to combine the best parts of online courses with the best parts of in-person classes.
That way, you can enjoy the faster progress and more reliable results of in-person classes. Combined with the flexibility and affordability of online courses.
A sum greater than its parts
And the best part is, when you find the right way to put the 2 together, the sum is even greater than the parts.
Which is why I’m so excited to tell you I finally found a way to do just that.
It’s not just another online course.
And it’s not a run-of-the-mill coaching program…
INTRODUCING
A transformational new experience called my Inner Circle Mastermind.
And it makes dropping out or giving up all but impossible…
The Inner Circle Mastermind program gives you a precise mix of private and group instruction to help you make rapid and consistent progress.
Plus you also get a strategically paced curriculum from the weekly masterclasses that’s easy to follow and ensures you don’t fall behind.
Which means you are all but certain to come out of the Inner Circle Mastermind program achieving the type of playing you’ve always dreamed of.
So just imagine being able to play a variety of chords and melodies along the entirety of the piano with total confidence and control – no matter what song comes up on the gig or during the jam session.
Plus anytime you’re asked to play harmony, you’ll know exactly how to come up with exciting chord substitutions on the fly. No more sticking to roots and fifths.
And instead of panicking when it’s time to take a solo, all the distractions melt away – giving you total freedom to follow wherever the music takes you.
Because with the Inner Circle Mastermind program, now all this and more will be yours.
Or stick around and let me show you exactly how it works…
Based on a ground-breaking new framework
It all starts with the JPS Live Program Framework™ I created for this program.
This framework is how we combine the best parts of online courses and in-person instruction into an exciting new, live experience.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #1:
01. One on One with Brenden
I will contact you to set up your initial 1 on 1 assessment lesson. This is more about getting to know you and listen to your musical background and story than it is about listening to your playing.
Your musical story shapes you, molds you, and can have a huge effect on your mindset.
That’s why we take great care in listening to your story and experiences.
I will also to listen to you play, ask you about your goals, and begin to discuss next steps for you in order to start seeing quick results in your playing.
I will also show you around the program and answer any questions you might have at that time.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #2:
02. Custom Lesson Plans
📝Personalized Lesson Plans (Mastermind & VIP Tiers Only)
The custom lesson plans delivered inside this program are hands-down one of the biggest reasons students are improving so fast.
These aren’t random exercises or generic PDFs.
They’re tailored practice plans, built specifically for you — based on your videos, your goals, your skill level, and where you’re getting stuck. No guesswork. No fluff. Just clear, focused assignments that actually move the needle in your playing.
If you’re in the Mastermind or VIP Coaching tier, I’ll personally review your progress each week and design your next custom plan. For Accelerator students, you’ll still receive high-quality feedback from a trained Jazz Piano School staff teacher based on the homework in the pre-recorded curriculum. The teacher will help guide you every step of the way.
And the best part?
It’s all asynchronous — meaning you don’t need to book a time, hop on Zoom, or rearrange your life to fit into a rigid lesson slot. You simply complete your assignment on your own schedule, upload your video, and receive your next plan. It’s flexible, convenient, and built for real life.
Back when I was learning jazz, I wish I had this kind of system.
I had no lesson notebook. No clear plan. No structure.
Most teachers just “showed me stuff” and hoped it stuck. They rarely wrote anything down, and when they did, it was usually scribbled on the back of a napkin or a lead sheet I lost within a week.
Inside this program, your entire lesson history is stored inside your personal space on our platform — completely separate from the Jazz Piano School app — so you can track your journey, revisit old assignments, and watch your growth unfold.
This kind of structure, feedback, and personalization?
It’s a total game changer.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #3:
03. Lesson Plan Archive
🎥 Element 3: Lifetime Lesson Archive — So You Never Miss a Beat
One of the things I love about the elevated experience of online learning today — compared to the old-school way of private lessons — is the technology.
Back when I was taking private lessons, there were no recordings. No notes. No way to revisit what was taught if I forgot something. If I zoned out for five minutes? That part of the lesson was gone.
These days, that’s just not acceptable.
If your teacher isn’t giving you recordings of your assignments or classes, they’re doing you a disservice.
Inside the Inner Circle Mastermind, every weekly lesson, every live masterclass, and every important tip is recorded and stored in your private archive — so you can revisit it as many times as you want, whenever you want.
Whether you want to refresh your memory, rewatch a demo, or return months later to catch something you missed… it’s all there, for life.
Because real progress happens not just when you hear something once — but when you can go back, rewatch it, absorb it deeply, and make it your own.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #4:
04. Video Submission For Progress Tracking & Accountability
🎥 Video Submissions – Accountability That Drives Real Progress
One of the most powerful parts of this program is the weekly video submission process.
Each week, you’ll record yourself playing that week’s assignment using a simple (and free) app called Flip. It only takes a few minutes — but the impact is huge.
Why? Because filming yourself creates real accountability.
It removes the guesswork. You’ll know whether or not you’ve truly got it… and so will I. And that’s exactly why students in this program are improving faster than ever — because this process helps them stay focused, consistent, and honest with their progress.
Now — I know what you might be thinking:
“Wait… I have to record myself?! That sounds terrifying.”
You’re not alone. Almost everyone feels that way at first.
But here’s the truth: nearly every student who’s stuck with it says they actually grow to love it. It becomes their favorite part of the week. A checkpoint. A personal marker of growth.
Even better — every video you upload is saved in your own private archive. That means you (and I) can look back at your playing from Week 1, Week 5, or Week 12… and see just how far you’ve come.
It’s like hiking a steep trail. Halfway through, you’re tired and unsure. But then you pause, turn around, and see how far you’ve climbed — and it lights a fire to keep going.
This is your musical trail. And each video is a step forward.
Let’s start walking.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #5:
05. 24/7 Messaging Capabilities w/ JPS Staff
💬 24/7 Private Messaging – Get Help When You Need It
One of the biggest problems I’ve always had with traditional lessons?
I’d have a question mid-week… and nowhere to turn.
I’d hesitate to text or call my teacher — after all, I was just paying for that one hour, right? What if they were busy? Would I be bothering them?
That feeling of being stuck — with no feedback, no answers, and no support — was honestly one of the most frustrating parts of learning.
That’s why I’ve built this program differently.
Inside this program, you get direct access to me and my teaching team through private messaging — 24/7.
Got a question about a tune you’re working on?
Not sure if you’re playing a voicing correctly?
Feeling stuck and just need a quick nudge to stay motivated?
Send us a message anytime, and we’ll be there.
This isn’t just about support — it’s about making sure you never feel alone on this journey. You’re part of a real community now, and help is always just a message away.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #6:
06. Weekly Live Masterclass
🎬 Weekly Masterclasses – Live Deep Dives + Hidden Gems
So if you thought this program was awesome already it gets even better.
Each week, you’ll join my team and I for live for an in-depth masterclass that expands on the pre-recorded lesson content for the week.
These sessions are not just rehashes — they’re your chance to:
Dive deeper into the “why” behind the exercises
Learn bonus pro-level tips and golden nuggets that don’t appear in the main videos
Watch live tune analysis that shows how the week’s tools are applied in real music
See your fellow students featured in spotlight sessions, with Brenden offering feedback, insights, or even creative reharmonization ideas
The live format allows for real-time questions, spontaneous examples, and a whole lot of value that’s hard to capture in a pre-recorded course.
If the weekly lesson gives you the map…
The masterclass is the guided tour with behind-the-scenes stories, unexpected shortcuts, and inspiration to keep you going.
All the masterclasses are stored in an archive so you can go back and watch at anytime.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #7:
07. Private Community Access
💬 Private Community Access – One Home for All Tiers
And last but not lease access to an incredible supportive community.
This isn’t just another comment thread or forum — it’s the heartbeat of the entire program.
I’ve combined all three program tiers into one private, tight-knit community so that every single student — whether you’re in the Accelerator, Mastermind, or VIP tier — has access to a supportive and inspiring circle of peers.
Why? Because I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when students learn with and from each other. Everyone is working toward the same three core goals, and the breakthroughs, encouragement, and wisdom shared here can change the game.
Inside the community, you’ll find:
A space to post your wins, questions, recordings, and roadblocks
Direct connection to me and the teaching team
Insight from students a few steps ahead or behind you — so no one ever feels alone
Ongoing prompts, reflections, and weekly discussion threads to keep you focused and inspired
Whether you’re here for structure, growth, or real connection… this is the place.
You don’t have to do this journey alone. And in here, you won’t.
PROGRAM ELEMENT #8:
07. Pre-Recorded Curriculum & Homework Assignments
No matter what tier you choose, everyone will get access to the live program, pre-recorded curriculum content, that is only found here. This will allow you to watch the videos, follow the homework, then attend the live masterclass to learn even more!
The best of both worlds
So now you see how the JPS Live Program Framework weaves together the perfect combination of lessons and feedback
Because at the end of every masterclass lesson, you will have the chance to ask questions and get custom feedback on your playing with the video submissions and group assignments.
And you will also have plenty of time to practice in between.
This means all together, you are all but guaranteed to make it to the end of the Inner Circle Mastermind. No matter how busy you are or how stressful your life can be.
Especially once you understand how we’ve developed the curriculum for this program.
And the best part is, I will be with you EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!
So you have absolutely nothing to worry about.
A time-tested lesson plan
See, thousands of piano players have already used the curriculum from my Jazz Accelerator Course successfully – without the benefit of A-List Masterclasses, weekly one-on-one recorded feedback and live Studio Hours.
That’s why we are going to follow the same proven approach with the Inner Circle Mastermind. But with one major change, which I’ll tell you about soon.
Each 3-month semester focuses on 3 key skills for playing jazz on the piano.
Click the tabs below to view the 3-month semester curriculum. These curriculums are for the pre-recorded curriculum that everyone will have access too.
The live masterclass labs will cover these topics more in depth but also ADD ON to them with more golden nuggets and tips along with player analysis and student spotlights.
1. Comping & Voicings
Weeks 1–4: Foundational Zones & Shells
Week 1 – Rootless Voicings in Zone 1
Week 2 – Shell Voicings in Zone 1
Week 3 – Zone 2 & 4 Integration
Week 4 – Applying Zones to Your Goal (Comping, Solo Piano, or Improv)
Weeks 5–8: Extensions, Modern Sounds & Styles
Week 5 – Extensions: 9s and 13s in Rootless Voicings
Week 6 – Quartal Voicings Across Minor & Major Chords
Week 7 – Modern Comping (By Goal: Comping, Solo Piano, or Improv)
Week 8 – Blues or Bebop Comping Styles
Weeks 9–12: Reharmonization & Development
Week 9 – Tritone Substitution (Replacement & Approach)
Week 10 – Sus Chords and Reharm Techniques
Week 11 – Voicings + Reharmony by Goal
Week 12 – Personal Development Plan & Integration
2. Solo Piano
Weeks 1–4: Ballads
Week 1 – Melody + Split Shells
Week 2 – Harmonizing with 5ths and Extensions
Week 3 – Keeping Time
Week 4 – Fills and Reharmonization
Weeks 5–8: Slow Swing
Week 5 – Comping in the Space Method 1
Week 6 – Comping in the Space Method 2
Week 7 – Misc Comping Fills
Week 8 – Intros and Outros
Weeks 9–12: Medium/Fast Swing (LH Solo Piano Tools)
Week 9 – LH Broken Stride
Week 10 – Walking Bass
Week 11 – Comping (Sec Dom Reharm)
Week 12 – Tune Analysis
Improvisation
Weeks 1–4: Foundations of Musical Soloing
Week 1 – Chord Tones
Week 2 – Chord Scales
Week 3 – Rhythm
Week 4 – Musicality & Phrasing
Weeks 5–8: Language & Style Development
Week 5 – Bebop: Approach Notes & Enclosures
Week 6 – Bebop: Combo Patterns & Shapes
Week 7 – Modern Improvisation Concepts
Week 8 – Blues Language & Feel
Weeks 9–12: Application, Tools & Personal Voice
Week 9 – LH Comping: Trio vs. Group Context
Week 10 – Improv Tools: Altered, Whole Tone, Diminished
Week 11 – Reharmonization in Improvisation
Week 12 – Development & Personal Style Integration
These skills will give you the foundation you need to play any jazz standard that comes your way.
Plus when you focus on these skills, it will also push you to develop other parts of your playing at the same time.
For example, you can’t play any solo piano tune if you don’t also have a strong grasp of the notes available to you on your keyboard.
So that’s why each lesson in the program focuses on one of these 3 skills.
This live program structure makes falling behind nearly impossible
If you’re looking to drastically move the needle on your jazz piano playing and make more progress than you ever have before in your entire life…this program is for you.
A special "thank you" worth $2,997.00
But I also want to do something very special to thank you for joining my masterclass. That's why I'm going to give every participant a Lifetime Elite Membership to the JPS self-study membership area. That means lifetime access to all courses and lifetime access to courses released in the future completely free.
Still not convinced? Here's what past members had to say...
Ron Iannazzi
Mark Simmons
Jesse Hernandez
George Moore
Michelle Sorger
Dunja Wildt
Jhoe Kelly Moise
Toni Crowder
Debbie Preece
Ben Jackson
Kay Savetz
Alix Beeney
So think about it this way...
Before my Inner Circle Mastermind, the only way you could study with jazz with a teacher was with the classic way of taking private lessons. And we both know that method doesn’t provide you with even 1/10th of the bells and whistles that this program does
And even if you were to take one semester of classes at the New School university it would cost you roughly $40,000.
And those courses typically only let you work with your teacher two times a month.
That means you’d have to spend $80,000 for the 9 months of this program.
But the fact of the matter is, these live learning environments produce the best results.
This is because of accountability and support and constant feedback on your playing.
If you’re looking to make more progress than you ever have in your entire life…this program is for you.
And it’s a fraction of the cost of attending a music college would be.
Which is why…
I'm happy to say you will not even have to spend over $8000 a semester when you join.
You won’t even have to pay half of that per semester.
What You'll Get When You Join:
Start Date: Tuesday, Sept 2nd, 2025
End Date: May 20th, 2026
ACCELERATOR
3-Month Commitment-
3-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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24/7 Support
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Lifetime Elite Status to JPS
MASTERMIND
9-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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Masterclass Spotlights
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2 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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2 Group Assignments
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1 on 1 Kickoff w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
VIP COACHING
12-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Videos Submission & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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Masterclass Spotlights
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4 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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Quarterly 1 on 1 w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
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1 VIP Group Session a Month
Investment Comparison
1 Week at Stanford Jazz Camp = $3100. That’s $111,600 for 9-months.
To attend the New School University it would cost you $80,000 for a year with this type of education.
Berklee 5-Week Summer Program = $5,430 which equals roughly $38,010 for 9-months
Even with my highest priced VIP Coaching package you’re still saving a significant amount of money compared to other programs. The touch points and customized feedback and instruction drastically outweigh all other options.
Claim your seat now and change your jazz piano journey forever
I can only handle so many students in my live program in each tier for obvious reasons. I put a lot of time and effort into teaching my students so unfortunately I do have to cap the amount of students I can take.
Also, the previous program students and early bird list get first dibs on spots and some of them are close to re-enrolling again.
I’m never really sure how long spots will last but this page gets updated automatically until all spots are filled.
So if you come back and the page is gone, then all the seats have currently been taken.
If you’re at all interested, your best bet is to reserve your spot now and go for it!
This is the best investment you can make into your jazz piano playing, you’ll have a blast, and you’ll make more progress than you ever have.
I've made this 100% risk-free for you
I know that committing to an intensive, 9-month education program can be a little scary. But, I’ve implemented tried, tested, and proven methods of providing you with accountability, solid tools, and support, ensuring that you can not fail as long as you show up.
And…to make things even better, you’ll get lifetime elite access to everything inside of Jazz Piano School.
Meaning, my team and I will be here to help you, for the rest of your life, even when the 9-months of the program are up!
No college or university in their right mind would ever do such a thing. They would go out of business.
Do you see why the value of joining my mastermind is absolutely priceless?
It's time to decide
Now you could keep doing things the way you have.
But be honest. How well has that been working for you?
Are you really making the kind of progress you want as a jazz pianist?
Or have you been stuck going in circles for weeks…months…or ene years now?
Because the good news, it’s not too late.
As long as enrollment for my Inner Circle Mastermind is open – and yes there are still seats available – you can choose a different path.
You can say YES! to joining my mastermind right now and work with me.
And just imagine finally having the skills to unlock your creativity as a jazz pianist and musician.
Picture yourself sitting down at your piano and improvising a flawless solo that makes your family members, friends, or even yourself get goosebumps because it was that good.
Or imagine the satisfaction you’ll feel the next time you open up to play a real book tune, and you can create flawless two hand voicings, with inner color movements, and reharms without blinking an eye.
Because this is exactly what your playing will be like by the end of this program.
Now I can’t do the practice for you, but all you have to do is follow what I tell you. And when you do, your success is practically guaranteed.
You have nothing to lose and everything to gain
So claim your spot in my Inner Circle Mastermind now.
Because the program starts Tuesday, September 2nd. And I have limited seats left for more than 100,000 Jazz Piano School followers.
And that means the program could sell out any minute – even before enrollment closes and the timer on this page reaches zero.
Also, I will not be adding more space when all the spots fill up. I want to make sure I have ample time to run and review all the work from my students in the program.
Once all seats are gone, this year’s Inner Circle will close.
And honestly, I don’t run this every year for certainty.
I reflect and think about whether or not my time, ambitions, and goals line up with the program.
So I may not be running this again in all honesty. I never really know.
So don’t wait.
Click the button to claim your spot now-while you still can.
And I can’t wait to see you inside!
Need help choosing?
All three programs follow the same step-by-step curriculum built around the 3 core goals of comping, solo piano, and improvisation — and no matter which tier you choose, you’ll be part of one shared, high-level community. The real difference lies in how deep you want to go, how much support you’d like, and how personalized you want the experience to be.
The Accelerator is a 3-month program designed for students who want structure, clarity, and accountability. You’ll focus on one goal at a time, submit weekly assignments, and get direct feedback from a JPS teacher. It’s perfect if you want to build momentum without a long-term commitment.
The Mastermind is a 9-month deep dive through all three goals. You’ll still get access to everything in Accelerator, but with the added benefit of personalized curriculum guidance and two custom lesson plans per month from me — one filmed tutorial tailored to your progress, and one group-style video where I give feedback and direction to all Mastermind students. It’s ideal for intermediate to advanced players ready to refine their sound and style in a more intentional way.
The VIP Coaching tier is a full 12-month mentorship for pianists who are ready to go all in. You’ll receive everything from the Mastermind tier, plus weekly 1-on-1 custom video lesson plans from me, quarterly private Zoom coaching calls, ongoing chat or email support, and early access to future curriculum and beta material. This is the most personalized and high-touch option I offer — built for students who want big results and direct guidance every step of the way.
👇 Below is a full breakdown of what’s included at each level:
What You'll Get When You Join:
Start Date: Tuesday, Sept 2nd, 2025
End Date: May 20th, 2026
ACCELERATOR
3-Month Commitment-
3-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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24/7 Support
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Lifetime Elite Status to JPS
MASTERMIND
9-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
-
Weekly Live Masterclass
-
Masterclass Spotlights
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2 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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2 Group Assignments
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1 on 1 Kickoff w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
VIP COACHING
12-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Videos Submission & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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Masterclass Spotlights
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4 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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Quarterly 1 on 1 w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
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1 VIP Group Session a Month
Investment Comparison
1 Week at Stanford Jazz Camp = $3100. That’s $111,600 for 9-months.
To attend the New School University it would cost you $80,000 for a year with this type of education.
Berklee 5-Week Summer Program = $5,430 which equals roughly $38,010 for 9-months
Even with my highest priced VIP Coaching package you’re still saving a significant amount of money compared to other programs. The touch points and customized feedback and instruction drastically outweigh all other options.
Frequently Asked Questions
All three tiers follow the same core curriculum, with weekly lessons, assignments, and a shared community. The main differences lie in the level of support, customization, and commitment you receive.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
🟢 Accelerator (3 Months):
Designed for students who want structure and accountability. You’ll focus on one goal (comping, solo piano, or improv), submit one to two videos per week for feedback by a JPS teacher, and attend live masterclasses. It’s a great way to build momentum without a long-term commitment.🔵 Mastermind (9 Months):
Ideal for intermediate to advanced players ready for a full transformation. You’ll go through all 3 goals across 9 months and receive two custom lesson plans per month from Brenden — one private-style video and one group-style video. You’ll also get priority feedback and more personalized guidance.🔴 VIP Coaching (12 Months):
This is the most high-touch experience. You’ll receive weekly 1-on-1 custom video lesson plans, private coaching calls with Brenden every 3 months, ongoing chat/email support, and early access to beta curriculum. It’s designed for students who want maximum results with direct mentorship.
With a 9-month curriculum, this is totally understandable. All lessons will be recorded and archived so you can re-watch them whenever you wish.
Yes of course. Brenden usually recommends you partake in his Accelerator Program first to get a feel for his online group programs, but of course, if you’re ready to commit and go all in, you can certainly start with this 9-month program if you’re ready to see the most results possible in your playing.
Zoom will be used for all the lessons and teachings.
The first event is Tuesday, September 2nd at 11am PST.
All masterclasses will be held on Tuesdays at 11am PST, except certain weeks for holidays. If you can’t make the class they’re all recorded so you can go back and watch them at anytime.
All assignment work is practiced and submitted on your own time. So no matter what time zone you are in, or what your schedule is, you can arrange the work however fits your life best.
You will never be FORCED to play in front of others but Brenden highly recommends you try it. Brenden will be doing live teaching demonstrations in front of the students and this is fantastic way to make progress! It has been an extremely beneficial way for students to learn. By listening to the playing of other students, it delivers important inspiration and motivation that achieving your dream is possible.
All you will need is some sort of computer or smart phone with a camera so you can use our software to submit your assignments.
You’ll also need a computer or smart phone to watch the masterclasses.
And of course you’ll need a piano to practice.
The group lesson education will be based on a trimester curriculum. The first 3 months of the program Brenden will deliver Goal 1 of his 3 goal system all on comping and voicings. These voicings and comping methods will also serve students who want to learn solo piano and improvisation.
You need to know how to comp for yourself in solo piano and improvisation.
Months 4-6, Brenden will deliver goal 2 all on his three method solo piano system. Ballads, slow swing and medium to fast swing tunes.
Months 7-9, Brenden will deliver goal 3, all on improvisation. Scattered through out all of this will be specialty masterclass on various topics and live teaching with gold nuggets you won’t find anywhere eles.
Brenden paid 40k a semester when attending the New School University in Manhattan, NY and getting his BFA in jazz piano performance. Some musicians go on to get their masters and doctorate degrees and spends hundreds of thousands of dollars more.
To some people, there is no price for achieving their musical dream and all the money is worth it.
For a fully customized, intimate, and professionally designed curriculum which includes private study, access to all recordings, and a community, this investment is a complete steal compared to private college tuition.
If you feel the price outweighs your jazz piano ambition, then you’re probably not right for these live teaching programs.
If you feel a burning desire to become the best you can be at jazz piano and want to go further than you ever have before, then this program will do what it’s intended and proven to do…deliver results.
What You'll Get When You Join:
Start Date: Tuesday, Sept 2nd, 2025
End Date: May 20th, 2026
ACCELERATOR
3-Month Commitment-
3-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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24/7 Support
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Lifetime Elite Status to JPS
MASTERMIND
9-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Video Submissions & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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Masterclass Spotlights
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2 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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2 Group Assignments
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1 on 1 Kickoff w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
VIP COACHING
12-Month Commitment-
9-Month Core Curriculum
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Weekly Videos Submission & Feedback
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Private Community Access
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Weekly Live Masterclass
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Masterclass Spotlights
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4 Custom Lesson Plans From Brenden Per Month
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Quarterly 1 on 1 w/Brenden
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Lifetime Elite Status To JPS
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1 VIP Group Session a Month
Investment Comparison
1 Week at Stanford Jazz Camp = $3100. That’s $111,600 for 9-months.
To attend the New School University it would cost you $80,000 for a year with this type of education.
Berklee 5-Week Summer Program = $5,430 which equals roughly $38,010 for 9-months
Even with my highest priced VIP Coaching package you’re still saving a significant amount of money compared to other programs. The touch points and customized feedback and instruction drastically outweigh all other options.
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