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Instructor
Jonny May
Course
Beginner
01:43:58

Learn the most important fundamentals for the Key of Bb Major with the scale, diatonic chords, and common chord progressions. Then put it all together with the swingin’ tune “PWJ Avenue.”

Course Objectives
  • Learn the scale, diatonic chords, and four common chord progressions
  • Play a fun swing tune titled "PWJ Avenue"
  • Explore how to play & improvise in the key of B♭ major
Learning Focus
  • Chords
  • Groove
  • Lead Sheets
  • Scales
  • Songs

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Love it!
Overall, I think the course is excellent. Everything is broken into small pieces, which helped me gain confidence and inspired me to keep going.
Another great rhythm!
So many skills in such a short little tune!
Good practice
Good practice intervals
It was challenging but a lot of fun
I love how the pieces are built up. The piece that we are working on is very nice . It motivate you to practice.
Initial tune was easier
I liked that the initial tune was easier and loved learning syncopation!

Course Lessons

1
Key of Bb Major – Lesson 1
16:21

The Major Scale, 1 & 2 Octaves

2
Key of Bb Major – Lesson 2
17:03

4 Common Chord Progressions

3
Key of Bb Major – Lesson 3
24:24

Learn PWJ Avenue, Lead Sheet, Melody, Chords, & Groove

4
Key of Bb Major – Lesson 4
20:40

Inversions, Primary Chord Progression, PWJ Avenue Application

5
Key of Bb Major – Lesson 5
7:08

Performance with Backing Track

Featured Reviews

View PWJ member reviews of this course!

Love it!
Overall, I think the course is excellent. Everything is broken into small pieces, which helped me gain confidence and inspired me to keep going.
Another great rhythm!
So many skills in such a short little tune!
Good practice
Good practice intervals
It was challenging but a lot of fun
I love how the pieces are built up. The piece that we are working on is very nice . It motivate you to practice.
Initial tune was easier
I liked that the initial tune was easier and loved learning syncopation!
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