Fundamentals
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Learn the essential exercises to master chord extensions and alterations on the 2-5-1 chord progression in all 12 keys. We cover the most commons voicings using the 9, 11, and 13, along with their alterations.
Learn the essential exercises to master chord extensions and alterations on the 2-5-1 chord progression in all 12 keys. We cover the most commons voicings using the 9, 11, and 13, along with their alterations.
Learn how to play jazz piano if you are a complete beginner. In this lesson, you'll learn 4 essential jazz chords, 1 scale, and 3 improvisation exercises.
Learn how to play jazz piano if you are a complete beginner. In this lesson, you'll learn 4 essential chords, 1 jazz scale, and 3 improvisation exercises.
Learn how to practice scales for jazz piano. You'll learn the modes and how to connect them over a fun swing progression called The Turnaround.
Learn how to practice scales for jazz piano. You'll learn the modes and how to connect them over a fun swing progression called The Turnaround.
Learn the most common chord alterations for dominant chords. Discover helpful tricks for finding each alteration, and practice them with exercises in 2 positions.
What is a chord alteration?
Alterations around the circle exercise
Dominant 7 (b13) Chords
Dominant 7 (#11) Chords
Dominant 7(b9) Chords
Dominant 7 (#9) Chords
Learn the most common chord alterations for dominant chords. Discover helpful tricks for finding each alteration, and practice them with exercises in 2 positions.
Learn the essential tools to improve your online teaching setup. We cover the hardware you need, the most popular video conference platforms, and additional tips to teach professionally online.
Learn the most important improv exercise for jazz piano, including the best chord progression, 3 essential scales, and 2 connecting scale exercises.
Learn the most important exercise for jazz piano improv, including the best chord progression, 3 essential scales, and 2 connecting scale exercises.
Demystify chord extensions with this comprehensive theory course on learning the most common extensions over major 7, dominant 7, and minor 7 chords.
Extensions Around the Circle Exercise
Dominant 13 Chord Extensions
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