Classical

Melodies

Right Hand Embellishments

We will analyze the Prelude in C Major by J.S. Bach. Going phrase by phrase, we will label the chords and their harmonic functions to understand how the music works, while exploring devices such as “sequencing” and “pedal point."

Learn how to take a classical piece of music and turn it into a swinging jazz piano tune using jazz rhythms, chords, and fills on Für Elise!

Learn how to take a classical piece of music and turn it into a swinging jazz piano tune using jazz rhythms, chords, and fills on Für Elise!

In this course, we'll be learning and deconstructing an elegant classical piece, To a Wild Rose.

In this course, we'll be learning a beautiful classical piece, To a Wild Rose. Phrase by phrase, you'll learn the notes and rhythms, explore dynamics and articulation, decipher the harmony, and create emotional associations to the piece.

Mm. 17-36

Mm. 37-51

Mm. 1-16

We will analyze the Prelude in C Major by J.S. Bach. Going phrase by phrase, we will label the chords and their harmonic functions to understand how the music works, while exploring devices such as “sequencing” and “pedal point."

Create your own Figuration

Section B Analysis

Section A Analysis

Section C Analysis

Discover the techniques used by composer Joshua Foy to improvise various moods used in film music on the piano.

Learn Jonny’s viral ragtime renditions of the classical songs, “Fur Elise,” “Clair De Lune,” and “the 5th Symphony” by Beethoven. This arrangement is an exact note-for-note transcription.

Here are the top 10 reasons that I see classical pianists struggle to play jazz, plus tips on how to overcome these.

Learn Jonny's viral ragtime renditions of the classical songs, "Fur Elise," "Clair De Lune," and "the 5th Symphony" by Beethoven. This arrangement is an exact note-for-note transcription.

Play a contemporary piece inspired by composers such as Yann Tiersen and Ludovico Einaudi. Improve your coordination with syncopated rhythms and melodies that ascend & descend.