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Instructor
John Proulx
Challenge
Intermediate
00:48:21

This course will help you master Autumn Leaves at the intermediate level.

First we’ll learn the right hand melody with a swing rhythm. Next we’ll add the left hand chords with a swing rhythm. We’ll also embellish the melody and learn some improv techniques. Finally, we’ll put the hands together and play a beautiful final arrangement!

Course Objectives
  • Memorize the lead sheet melody
  • Practice the left hand chords with a swing rhythm
  • Embellish the melody with chord pops & counter melodies
  • Learn some improv scales & techniques
  • Combine all these techniques for a final arrangement
Learning Focus
  • Songs

This copyrighted lesson sheet is available for purchase on MusicNotes. Members can view the digital Smartsheet for free!


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Great fun and a good challenge
A good run through intermediate level version of Autumn Leaves. John is great at explaining and sets a good pace. The solo was imaginative.
Great song for soloing
John's insight on how to create a solo is so helpful! I get new ideas each time I watch and listen.
I am having a great time!
These arrangements are so much fun to learn and play! Thank you!
Challenging but Fun
Excellent course for Beg/Int to learn.
Excellent and fun course.
Great course, amazing melody. Thank you for the explanation.
Featured Reviews

View PWJ member reviews of this course!

Great fun and a good challenge
A good run through intermediate level version of Autumn Leaves. John is great at explaining and sets a good pace. The solo was imaginative.
Great song for soloing
John's insight on how to create a solo is so helpful! I get new ideas each time I watch and listen.
I am having a great time!
These arrangements are so much fun to learn and play! Thank you!
Challenging but Fun
Excellent course for Beg/Int to learn.
Excellent and fun course.
Great course, amazing melody. Thank you for the explanation.
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In this comprehensive jazz swing course, we'll learn how to accompany on Autumn Leaves. Starting with the lead sheet, we’ll memorize the chords, review some basic left hand patterns, add right hand fills, and learn an intro/outro for a beautiful final arrangement.

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