Fundamentals
Learn fundamental piano techniques and exercises to improve your playing.
Fundamentals Content
115 Courses
829 Lessons
213 Smartsheets
2-5-1 Line Techniques
Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 chord progression with the Dominant Diminished Scale. We'll explore chords compatible with the scale and techniques for crafting impressive lines and solos!
Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using Diatonic 7th Chords. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master these chords, plus examples for how to use them in your solos.
2-5-1 Accompaniment
Diatonic 7th Chords
Dm7 Diatonic 7th Soloing
G7 Diatonic 7th Chord Soloing
C Major 7 Diatonic 7th Chord Soloing
2-5-1 Diatonic 7th Chord Soloing
Learn how to solo over the 2-5-1 progression using Diatonic 7th Chords. We’ll explore a variety of exercises to master these chords, plus examples for how to use them in your solos.
Learn all about piano chord vamping in the most common jazz styles so you can instantly jam on the piano and improvise with vamps on gigs.
Learn all about piano chord vamping in the most common jazz styles so you can instantly jam on the piano and improvise with vamps on gigs.
Not only am I going to show you the top 15 styles that I think you should learn, but I’ll also show you the key building blocks of each.
Not only am I going to show you the top 15 styles that I think you should learn, but I’ll also show you the key building blocks of each.
Demystify the Locrian #2 scale and how it helps you sound like a jazz piano pro improvising over minor tunes.
Demystify the Locrian #2 scale and how it helps you sound like a jazz piano pro improvising over minor tunes.
Learn how to approach familiar tunes with brand new harmonic possibilities using the music theory superpower of secondary dominants.
Learn how to approach familiar tunes with brand new harmonic possibilities using the music theory superpower of secondary dominants.
If you've ever asked, “How can I make my piano chords sound more interesting?” then you need to check out this inquisitive lesson!
If you've ever asked, “How can I make my piano chords sound more interesting?” then you need to check out this inquisitive lesson!
Level up your jazz harmony in this dedicated lesson on the backdoor 2-5-1 progression exploring aural recognition, chord voicings and improvisation.
Join Us
Get instant access to this Fundamentals content and other member features with a PWJ membership!
Guided Learning Tracks
View guided learning tracks for all music styles and skill levels
Progress Tracking
Complete lessons and courses as you track your learning progress
Downloadable Resources
Download Sheet Music and Backing Tracks
Community Forums
Engage with other PWJ members in our member-only community forums
Become a better piano player today. Try us out completely free for 14 days!
