Advanced
These tracks are for more seasoned players who are ready to take their playing to the next level. All styles and learning focus topics are covered.
Advanced Content
172 Courses
988 Lessons
282 Smartsheets
6 Fancy Runs
Cuban Groove, 2 Versions
Section A, Melody, Groove
Section B, Jazz Chords, Extensions
Solo Section 1 & 2
Solo Section 3 & 4
Ending, Final Performance
Learn a super fun Jingle Bells accompaniment that you can sing along with! You'll discover how to play "through-lines" to create a more interesting accompaniment.
Take the Jingle Bells Rag Challenge, where you'll learn how to develop the lead sheet into a super fun ragtime arrangement. Explore Rag Rolls, the Stride Left Hand, and more.
Master this flashy ragtime rendition of Jingle Bells, arranged by Disneyland Main Street Pianist Johnny Hodges. Learn the Christmas "Bell" Introduction, Rag Rolls, Bass Crossover, and more.
Chorus 1 with Rag Rolls, Left Hand Variations
Bass Crossover Solo
Verse 2, Final Chorus, Outro
Christmas "Bell" Introduction, Verse 1 with Stride Left Hand and Chromatic Ornaments
Learn 6 gorgeous jazz runs up the piano that you can use as intros or outros (endings) for just about any jazz tune. You'll learn the formulas behind these upper structures plus the "setup chord".
Runs 3, 4, 5, & 6; 8 Resting Place Chords
The Setting, the "Prep" Chord, Intro Setups, Run 1, Run 2
Make your friend's birthday party unforgettable with Happy Birthday in 7 fun styles. We'll explore traditional, Latin Samba, Swing, Stride, Ragtime, Bass Cross-over, & Broadway Kickline.
Latin Samba Style
Swing Style
Ragtime & Bass Crossover Styles