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Learn Jazz Piano Chords in 4ths
In today’s jazz piano lesson we’re going to learn how to play some very cool jazz piano chords built in 4ths. These types of chords using quartal harmony can really add a more modern sound into your jazz playing. New … Continue reading
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7th Chords Guide Part 2
Welcome to our second free piano tutorial on 7th chords! In today’s piano chord lesson we’re going to continue our exploration of basic 7th chords. If you’ve always wondered how to play minor major 7th chords, fully diminished seventh chords, … Continue reading
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A Basic Guide To 7th Chords Part 1
In today’s free jazz tutorial we’re going to learn how to build and play basic 7th chords. These types of chords are used in almost every single jazz standard, lots of rock songs, R&B songs, and even classical music too. … Continue reading
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One of My Favorite Jazz Piano Chord And Reharmonization Tricks Revealed
Are you sick and tired of the same old boring chords and stock arrangements you find in your average fakebook or chord chart? Well, in today’s free piano lesson we’re going to learn one of my favorite techniques for reharmonizing … Continue reading
Don’t Explain – Solo Jazz Piano Video Performance
Hey everybody! I wanted to share a quick video performance I just made of the great jazz standard ‘Don’t Explain’. This tune was written and made famous by the late great Billie Holiday. I’ve always loved Billie’s singing and music … Continue reading
Learn How To Play Minor 7 Flat 5 Piano Chords
In today’s free piano lesson we’re going to learn how to play the minor 7 (flat 5) chords in a fun and interesting way. After teaching piano lessons for over 15 years now I’ve noticed an overwhelming trend in regards … Continue reading
Jazz Masters Method Special Video Blog Thank You
Hey everybody! Today’s post is going to be short but sweet. I’m truly humbled right now. I’d like to thank everybody who’s ordered the Jazz Masters Method DVD so far during this launch week. The response has been simply been AMAZING. … Continue reading
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