Lead Sheets

Learn how to create an easy waltz-swing arrangement of Greensleeves.  We explore the lead sheet, simple left hand shells, 2 waltz grooves, how to harmonize the right hand, and soloing tricks.

Right Hand Chord Tones, B Section Chords

2 Easy Jazz Waltz Rhythms, Scale for Soloing, Q&A

Lead Sheet Melody, Left Hand Shells

3 Beginner, 2 Intermediate, & 5 Advanced Options with Modern Jazz Techniques

C minor is famous for its stormy drama, but it has a cool, classy side too. You'll master the scales, chords and progressions of this key, then play Long Ago, a laid-back jazz swing original.

4 Common Chord Progressions

"Long Ago," Melody, Chords, Swing Style

Natural, Harmonic, & Melodic Minor

Master the key of C from scales to chords to progressions, then play a beautiful performance piece that brings it all together. It's a thorough, rewarding look at the most important key for every beginning pianist.

Major Scale, 1 & 2 Octaves

Jonny's Canon in C, Melody, Chords, and Patterns

4 Common Chord Progressions, Grooves

Step into the smooth, jazzy key of Bb major, a favorite of jazz musicians and horn players. You'll learn fun ways to jam on its chords and finish with PWJ Avenue, an original tune.

4 Common Chord Progressions

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

The Major Scale, 1 & 2 Octaves

Bring some tropical heat to your playing with the breezy, sun-soaked key of B minor. You'll learn how its scales shape every melody and chord, then play Jonnylito, a Latin tune inspired by "Despacito."

Common Chord Progressions, 4 Examples

Learn "JonnyLito," a Latin Original, Chords, & Groove

The Natural, Melodic, & Harmonic Minor Scales