Jonathan May is a pianist from Southern California who specializes in many styles of piano. At age eighteen, Jonny became the youngest pianist to perform at Disneyland. Each week he entertained thousands of guests with his arrangements of American classics and Disney songs. Jonny has also performed with the Youtube group Postmodern Jukebox, and has played piano for Comedy Central and Universal Studios. He has accompanied Grammy Award Winner Lari White, and Tony Award Winner Lin Manuel Miranda. In his spare time, Jonny loves to go snowboarding and work out at the gym. He is happily married to his lovely wife and biggest fan, Crystal May. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2qw9lD2CYk
About Jonny May

Years of piano experience

26


Favorite piano styles
  • Jazz Swing
  • Contemporary & Pop
  • Ragtime & Stride
  • ... Everything

Fun Fact

At age eighteen, Jonny became the youngest pianist to perform at Disneyland.

Jonny May's Latest Courses

Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 chord progression with the Dominant Diminished Scale. We'll explore chords compatible with the scale and techniques for crafting impressive lines and solos!

Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using Diatonic 7th Chords. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master these chords, plus examples for how to use them in your solos.

In this Orientation, Jonny will give you a tour of the website and explain how to utilize all the member features.

In this course, we cover the top questions our student ask about practicing piano, such as hand coordination, memorization, how to structure your practice time, etc. For each topic, we'll discuss mindset, useful exercises, and simple tips & tricks to help you practice effectively.

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Jonny May's Quick Tips (Instructor)

I'm gonna show you exactly how to play in the churchy, bluesy style in three simple steps. And it's easier than it sounds!

Not only am I going to show you the top 15 styles that I think you should learn, but I’ll also show you the key building blocks of each.

Want to learn how to serenade your soulmate with beautiful, romantic piano improvisation? Let your fingers do the talking with these 4 steps!

Learn how to create beautiful, flowing piano soundscapes with a cinematic appeal using the profoundly expressive interval rocking technique.

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Jonny May's Quick Tips (Writer)

I'm gonna show you exactly how to play in the churchy, bluesy style in three simple steps. And it's easier than it sounds!

Not only am I going to show you the top 15 styles that I think you should learn, but I’ll also show you the key building blocks of each.

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Jonny May's Smartsheets

I'm gonna show you exactly how to play in the churchy, bluesy style in three simple steps. And it's easier than it sounds!

Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 chord progression with the Dominant Diminished Scale. We'll explore chords compatible with the scale and techniques for crafting impressive lines and solos!

Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using Diatonic 7th Chords. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master these chords, plus examples for how to use them in your solos.

Not only am I going to show you the top 15 styles that I think you should learn, but I’ll also show you the key building blocks of each.

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Jonny May's Latest Shows
Monthly Update (September 2025)

In September, we released 2 new Courses, 4 Quick Tips, 6 Smart Sheets, 31 Backing Tracks, and more!

Live Workshop (October 22)

In this Live Workshop, Jonny will be teaching a live lesson while you ask him questions.

Live Workshop (October 20)

In this Live Workshop, Jonny will be teaching a live lesson while you ask him questions.

Student Recital (September 2025)

Recitals are an opportunity to showcase a final performance of what you’ve been working on in front of a live audience - your fellow PWJ students!

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