Fundamentals
Learn fundamental piano techniques and exercises to improve your playing.
Fundamentals Content
115 Courses
829 Lessons
209 Smartsheets
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Major Scale - 1 Octave
Common Chord Progressions
Major Scale - 2 Octaves
Learn the most important fundamentals for the Key of E Major with the scale, diatonic chords, and common chord progressions. Then put it all together with an original tune, “In the Country.”
Modulation Explained
Modulation Techniques Part 1
Modulation Techniques - Part 2
4 Common Modulations
Discover advanced piano modulation techniques to elevate any arrangement using the Danny Boy lead sheet as an example.
Modulation Techniques Part 1
4 Common Modulations
Modulation Explained
Modulation Techniques Part 2
In this workshop, you'll learn how to modulate any arrangement to create an exciting lift in your piano songs.
Confidently improvise jazz piano over minor chords with authentic lines using the Dorian mode & essential techniques including enclosures & chord outlining.
Learn everything you need to know about the piano pedals. We'll cover pedaling techniques, exercises, and how to use the pedal on a variety of styles.
How to Pedal on Medium or Fast Songs 3
How to Pedal on Medium or Fast Songs 1
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