This 4ths Pattern Will Leave Your Head Spinning! – TTT #27
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Jazz improvisers during the Post-Bop era of the late 1960’s began experimenting with interval-based language using 4ths. Musicians like this included Oliver Nelson, Woody Shaw, and Freddie Hubbard, to name a few. Try this pattern based on a combination of ascending and descending 4ths paired with major second intervals. It is sure to leave your […]
The ONLY Modern Jazz Chord You’ll Ever Need – Part 1
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There is a chord that has become ubiquitous in the modern jazz idiom. This harmony can be used in a variety of settings, and has many implications for composition and improvisation in a modern jazz style. Sterling Cozza will show you how to unlock the secrets behind this chord so you can implement it into your own playing.
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Do You Know the Joe Henderson Chord?! – TTT #26
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Joe Henderson created a language of his own by creating melodies using arpeggios of unique chord shapes. This chord, known as the “Joe Henderson Chord,” became affiliated with his signature sound, and shows up many times in his compositions. Transpose it to all 12 keys! CLICK HERE FOR THE NOTATION If you have questions or […]
Jazz Piano School Reflections for 2023 and 2024
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Once a year, usually in January, I sit down and record an audio only podcast. It’s theraputic for me to reflect back on the year and think about what’s coming up. If you’re just into learning jazz piano and don’t care about my thoughts, then you’ll definitely want to skip this. On the other hand, if you want to hear back about what happened in 2023 and what’s coming in 2024, then check it out.
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you’re still constantly guessing, can’t play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don’t know how to connect all the tid bits you’ve learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I’ll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: http://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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What to Practice For Jazz Piano: 2024 Goal Planning Part 2 & 3
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I gave out the planning aspect in my last podcast episode. How to organize your goals. How to rank them and prioritize them. How to make a plan, and how to revise your plan. If you haven’t listened to that episode, you’ll want to do that now, before listening to this. Now, I’ll tell you WHAT to practice in order to reach your goals fast. The more you can focus in on the exercises I give in this lesson, the faster you’ll reach your goals. I promise you. But careful, don’t get distracted by other shiny objects. Stay true to your goal and your practice and you’ll make more progress than you ever have before.
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There are only 7 spots left in my private Accelerator program which starts Jan 11th, 2024.
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you’re still constantly guessing, can’t play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don’t know how to connect all the tid bits you’ve learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I’ll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: http://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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2024 Planning for Success: How To Organize Your Goals
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The information is out there. There is no doubt about that. You can find anything you want on the internet. But how do we make a plan for our goals. How do we know what information we need to sprint towards our goal? Well, you don’t. That’s why I’m here to help. In this planning session, I’ll help you filter out all the unnecessary information and distractions so you know exactly what to work on.
By the way…
Our Accelerator program and BIG Holiday sale is now open through New Years!
Go to jazzpianoschool.com/holiday to check it out!
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you’re still constantly guessing, can’t play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don’t know how to connect all the tid bits you’ve learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I’ll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: http://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Slow Motion Bebop Solo: The 3 Things You Need
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It’s hard to understand what makes improvisation sounds good. But wait…is it actually hard? Not really. In this lesson I’ll demonstrate in super slow motion how to construct bebop lines using just 3 things. When you use these 3 things together, you’ll be able to create professional sounding bebop improvisation everytime. It’s not magic. It’s just a combination of 3 tools.
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you’re still constantly guessing, can’t play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don’t know how to connect all the tid bits you’ve learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I’ll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: http://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
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Blog: http://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
http://jazzpianoschool.com/jpspodcast
10 Assessments To See Where Your Jazz Piano Is At
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Download: MP3 Audio77 MB Facebook Twitter LinkedIn How can you make a plan to get to your destination if you don’t know where you are. Seriously? If you don’t know where you are on a map, it’s impossible to plan your route to get to your next destination. The same is true in jazz. If […]
A Nasty Chord Melody from “Inner Urge” – TTT #25
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Joe Henderson created a language of his own by running arpeggios of unique chord shapes up and down his horn. This lick from the last 4 measures of his tune “Inner Urge” is a classic example of one of Joe’s chord melodies. https://youtu.be/yhn5LpprzWY CLICK HERE FOR THE NOTATION If you have questions or suggestions for […]
A 2-5-1 with a Major 7th Walkdown – TTT #24
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We are always looking to come up with creative improv ideas over the 2-5-1 progression. Try this line which uses a walkdown from the major 7th of the 2 chord to create a compound melody. https://youtu.be/AdOTt13IB_c CLICK HERE FOR THE NOTATION If you have questions or suggestions for a Lick Of The Week you would […]