Harmony & Analysis
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Jazz Piano for Beginners: Play “All Of You” with Rootless Chords. Tutorial
Jazz pianists often use rootless voicings to create a more open and modern sound. These voicings allow for greater flexibility in the left hand, while the right hand can play the melody or improvisation. In this tutorial, we’ll show you… Read article →
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Mastering 7sus4 Chords like Bill Evans – “I Do It For Your Love” Intro – Jazz Piano Transcription
One of the most iconic piano intros in the history of jazz is Bill Evans’ intro in “I Do It For Your Love” from his album Affinity. The chords he plays in this intro are so unique and captivating that… Read article →
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The Ultimate Guide to Pentatonic Voicings for Jazz Pianists: An Interactive Course
Introduction Pentatonic voicings are a valuable tool for jazz pianists and arrangers, as demonstrated by masters such as McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock. They provide a fresh perspective on voicings and can add depth and interest to your… Read article →
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7-Step Exercise to Improve Your Bebop Skills: Learning Charlie Parker’s “Confirmation”
Are you a jazz musician looking to improve your improvisation skills and develop your bebop techniques? If so, learning Charlie Parker’s “Confirmation” is a great place to start. In this blog post, we’ll take you through a 7-step exercise that… Read article →
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Best Online Jazz Piano Lessons in 2023
Learning jazz piano can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance and resources, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience. While traditional jazz piano lessons with a private instructor can be helpful, they can also be expensive and… Read article →
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Learning Jazz Harmony the Berklee Way: Deconstructing ‘Misty’ – Part 2
Introduction: In this lesson, we will be discussing the harmony of the jazz standard “Misty” and applying some new techniques to “There Will Never Be Another You”. This post is a follow-up to a previous video by mDecks Music, so… Read article →
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Learning Jazz Harmony the Berklee Way: Deconstructing ‘Misty’ – Part 1
If you’re a songwriter or a musician, you may have come across the term “harmony” before. But do you know what it means? Harmony is the simultaneous sounding of two or more notes, creating chords that give a sense of… Read article →
