Jazz Piano School Ep. 75 – The Equation Of Improvisation
Improvisation is like trying to fill the gaps in a resolution. We’re trying to land on chord tones but there are so many ways to resolve, mixed with rhythms…we need to figure out what fits the gap! In this video I debunk improvisation so you don’t have to copy and paste licks into your solo’s.
Jazz Piano School Ep. 74 – 6 Ways To Add Passing Movements
Filling empty space in tunes can be challenging. There are a lot of different ways to do it. In this episode I go off on a small journey talking about reharms, but also give you 6 great ways to fill space in tunes. Enjoy!
Jazz Piano School Ep. 73 – Beginner Latin & Bossa
Latin and Bossa tunes can be a great style to add to your repertoire. A lot of people think they are difficult to play but as I’ll demonstrate in this episode there is not much difference in the way you’ll approach these tunes.
Jazz Piano School Ep. 72 – Advanced Blues Solo Piano
This was a request from a JPS member who wanted me to play a little bit more in the episode to get some ideas. This episode covers solo piano blues styles advanced textures, and progressions to help spark some creativity. Enjoy!
Jazz Piano School Ep. 71 – 9 Steps To Improve Your Solo Piano
We’re releasing the brand new Solo Piano System on January 23rd at 9am. In this podcast I cover 9 steps taken directly from the course that will improve your solo piano and build a solid foundation for your solo piano future.
9 Steps To Improving Your Solo Piano – The JPS Solo Piano System
Playing solo piano is the type of thing that may literally make you want to go into Crate & Barrel with a baseball bat and smash everything to bits. (Don’t tell me you’ve never thought of doing that.) Well maybe not, but still you get the idea. IT’S FRUSTRATING! How do I know? Because […]
Jazz Piano School Ep. 70 – The 7 Step Arranging Process For Solo Piano
We’re releasing the brand new Solo Piano System on January 23rd at 9am. This podcast will finally answer the question “How do I arrange my hands while playing standards to achieve a beautiful lush sound?” With these 7 steps you’ll be able to arrange any standards of your choice. The solo piano system will go into much more depth and answer all the “But what if this happens” questions.
Jazz Piano School Ep. 69 – Using The JPS System and Personal Assessment
We start the new year with a massive amount of information explaining the JPS system that has already helped thousands of people. We combine that with a personal summary of where you are in your progress so you can focus on what needs to be done in 2017.
Jazz Piano School Ep. 68 – 7 Tips To Make More Progress in 2017
In this episode I wrap up 2016 for JPS and some goals I have for 2017. I also go over 7 tips that if done, will guarantee you make more efficient progress in 2017. Have fun and here’s to a new year filled with success!
Jazz Piano School Ep. 67 – Double Time Vs. Double Time Feel
Learning the difference between double time and double time feel can be very tricky. Playing it can be even tricker. In this podcast I give examples on how to switch back and forth, what it actually means, and how to use it in your playing.
