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Learn simple techniques to play beautiful jazz piano melodic harmonization with block chords in the style of George Shearing.
Learn simple techniques to play beautiful jazz piano melodic harmonization with block chords in the style of George Shearing.
Learn the essential tools for effective practice.
In this workshop, you'll learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using the Upper and Lower Neighbor technique. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master Upper and Lower Neighbors, plus examples for how to use them in your solos. By the end of the workshop, you’ll understand how to use these beautiful passing tones to create a more interesting piano solo full of tension and resolution.
2-5-1 Neighbor Targets: Roots
2-5-1 Neighbor Targets: 3rds
Upper & Lower Neighbors Explained
2-5-1 Neighbor Targets: 7ths
Putting it all Together
2-5-1 Neighbor Targets: 5ths
2-5-1 Accompaniment
6 Upper & Lower Neighbors Exercises
In this workshop, you'll learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using the Upper and Lower Neighbor technique. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master Upper and Lower Neighbors, plus examples for how to use them in your solos. By the end of the workshop, you’ll understand how to use these beautiful passing tones to create a more interesting piano solo full of tension and resolution.
In this workshop, you'll learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 chord progression with the outlining chords technique. You'll explore different chord options, common rhythms, and a variety of exercises for outlining chords. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to create your own lines using this soloing technique.
In this workshop, you'll learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 chord progression with the outlining chords technique. You'll explore different chord options, common rhythms, and a variety of exercises for outlining chords. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to create your own lines using this soloing technique.
Outlining Chord Soloing Overview
Outlining Chord Soloing Exercises: Dm7
Outlining Chord Soloing Exercises: CMaj7
Putting It All Together
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