Jonny May

Nashville, TN

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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
2-5-1 Soloing with the Mixo-Blues Scale

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

2-5-1 Soloing with the Major Blues Scale

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

2-5-1 Soloing with Upper Structures

This course introduces the concept of soloing with upper structure triads, emphasizing their unique sound and importance in music.

2-5-1 Soloing With Patterns

Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using patterns. We’ll explore how to apply patterns across different scales.

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Jonny May's Quick Tips (Instructor)
Why Your Piano Chords Suck

These are the 5 core reasons why students struggle to make their chords sound interesting.

Develop Super Human Ears With This Ear Training Exercise

This is one of the most powerful exercises to help you develop your ears to play anything you hear.

Play the Hippest Piano Version of “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”

Check out this pop contemporary style Hark the Herald with gorgeous chords and gospel embellishments.

Play “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town” On Piano

Learn a super fun, jazzy version of this classic Christmas tune with crunchy chords and sweet fills.

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Jonny May's Quick Tips (Writer)
Why Your Piano Chords Suck

These are the 5 core reasons why students struggle to make their chords sound interesting.

Develop Super Human Ears With This Ear Training Exercise

This is one of the most powerful exercises to help you develop your ears to play anything you hear.

Play the Hippest Piano Version of “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”

Check out this pop contemporary style Hark the Herald with gorgeous chords and gospel embellishments.

Play “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town” On Piano

Learn a super fun, jazzy version of this classic Christmas tune with crunchy chords and sweet fills.

View All of Jonny May's Quick Tips (Writer)

Jonny May's Smartsheets
Why Your Piano Chords Suck

These are the 5 core reasons why students struggle to make their chords sound interesting.

2-5-1 Soloing with the Mixo-Blues Scale

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

2-5-1 Soloing with the Major Blues Scale

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

Develop Super Human Ears With This Ear Training Exercise

This is one of the most powerful exercises to help you develop your ears to play anything you hear.

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Jonny May's Latest Shows
Ask Jonny (December 2)

Ask Jonny is an opportunity to get personalized feedback from Jonny!

Monthly Update (November 2025)

In November, we released 2 new Courses, 4 Quick Tips, 6 Smart Sheets, 33 Backing Tracks, and more!

Ask Jonny (November 25)

Ask Jonny is an opportunity to get personalized feedback from Jonny!

Live Workshop (November 19)

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

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