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Instructor
John Proulx
Challenge
Intermediate
01:22:47

This course will help you master It Had to Be You at the intermediate level.

First we’ll learn the lead sheet melody and guide tones. Next we’ll embellish the melody with chord pops & fills, and learn a pre-written solo. Finally, we’ll put the hands together and play a beautiful final arrangement!

Course Objectives
  • Memorize the lead sheet melody
  • Apply guide tones in the left hand
  • Embellish the melody with chord pops and fills
  • Learn a pre-written solo
  • Combine all these techniques for a final arrangement
Learning Focus
  • Songs
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