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Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsPlay AlongsJazz Piano Skills CommunityKeywordsJazz Piano, Melodic Analysis, Music Education, Jazz Skills, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Practice Strategies, Chord Inversions, Improvisation, Rhythm, Music Theory, Jazz Piano, Melodic Analysis, Transcription, Wave, Music Education, Improvisation, Fingerings, Music Phrases, Target Notes, TreatmentsSummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence discusses the importance of melodic analysis in jazz education, particularly focusing on the tune 'Wave' by Antonio Carlos Jobim. He emphasizes the necessity of a structured practice strategy and the seven facts of music that serve as a foundation for understanding and mastering jazz piano skills. The conversation also addresses common challenges faced by students, such as retaining chord inversions, and provides practical exercises to enhance their skills. In this episode, Dr. Bob Lawrence provides a comprehensive approach to the melodic analysis of the jazz standard 'Wave.' The discussion covers various aspects including transcribing the melody by ear, understanding fingerings, identifying musical phrases, and exploring different treatments of the piece. The episode emphasizes the importance of ear training and offers practical exercises to enhance musicianship.TakeawaysMelodic analysis is essential for understanding jazz tunes.A structured practice strategy is crucial for progress.The seven facts of music guide the learning process.More information can overwhelm and stifle growth.Chords and inversions are foundational to jazz playing.Listening to various artists enhances musical understanding.Transcribing melodies aids in improvisation skills.Different treatments of a tune can expand musical expression.Regular practice of chord inversions is necessary for mastery.Simplifying the learning process is key to becoming a better musician. It's a pretty thorough, it's a pretty complete approach.We will learn the melody of wave by ear.This melody is very complex.These become like the goalpost, if you will.It's very hard, very challenging to take wave and play it as a ballad.It helps us internalize the song, it develops our musicianship.Don't forget, there is a rhythm challenge that you need to check out.I hope you have found this episode insightful and beneficial.Enjoy Wave on Melodic Analysis.Have fun as you discover, learn, and play jazz piano.TitlesMastering Jazz Piano: The Art of Melodic AnalysisUnlocking Jazz Skills: The Seven Facts of MusicNavigating Chord Inversions in Jazz PianoThe Journey of Jazz Piano: From Harmony to MelodyJazz Piano Essentials: Practice Strategies for SuccessExploring 'Wave': A Melodic JourneySound Bites"It's time to discover, learn, and play jazz piano.""More information actually stifles growth and advancement.""Without the facts, you're rudderless.""The seven facts of music are our rudder.""You cannot skip over or gloss over the chords and inversions.""Chords and inversions are the harmonic foundation.""Let's discover, learn, and play wave."Support the show
Let's start episode 714 of Secrets of Organ Playing podcast. This question was sent by Kathrin, and she writes: “When I first write fingerings in the score, partly it doesn't work anymore, when I play the piece faster. In some pieces it is necessary to play one or two or more notes in the first line in the left hand or vice versa. So both hands have to work together. I can only write fingerings for both hands together. How to study pieces with chords like in the French romantic for instance and with more than one note in every hand?Kind regards,Kathrin” You can support this channel by becoming a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO4K3_6QVJI_HlI5PCFQqtg/join If you like what I do, you can buy me some coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/organduo PayPal: https://PayPal.Me/VPinkevicius We support Ukraine: https://www.blue-yellow.lt/en My Hauptwerk setup: https://www.organduo.lt/tools.html Total Organist - the most comprehensive organ training program online: https://www.organduo.lt/total-organist Secrets of Organ Playing - When You Practice, Miracles Happen! https://organduo.lt Listen to my organ playing on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ckKPIvTWucoN3CZwGodCO?si=YWy7_0HqRvaZwBcovL-
Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsPlay AlongsJazz Piano Skills CommunityKeywordsJazz Piano, Fly Me to the Moon, Melodic Analysis, Jazz Skills, Rhythm Challenge, Music Education, Improvisation, Jazz Treatments, Music Theory, Piano TechniquesSummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence introduces the essential skills for jazz piano, focusing on the classic standard 'Fly Me to the Moon.' The discussion covers the seven musical facts that govern music practice, the importance of rhythmic challenges, and a detailed melodic analysis of the tune. Listeners are guided through the process of transcribing the melody, understanding phrases and target notes, and applying various jazz treatments to enhance their playing skills.Takeaways-The seven musical facts are crucial for practice.-Rhythm challenges enhance musical growth.-Transcribing melodies by ear is essential.-Understanding phrases helps in melody articulation.-Target notes guide melodic movement.-Different treatments can change the feel of a tune.-Listening to various artists enriches learning.-Fingerings are important for jazz articulation.-Engaging with the community fosters support.-Practice makes rhythmic transcription easier.TitlesMastering Jazz Piano: Fly Me to the MoonThe Seven Musical Facts of JazzMelodic Analysis: Fly Me to the MoonJazz Piano Skills: A Comprehensive GuideRhythm Challenges in Jazz PianoSound Bites"Music is the production of sound.""You must etch them into your mind.""This is going to be a phenomenal year.""You can listen and relisten to the recordings.""You should have them sitting on your piano when practicing.""You did not do as poorly as you think you did.""Listen for counts one, two, three, and four.""You will be able to rhythmically transcribe everything you hear.""You want to hear that melody and the voicings complementing each other."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jazz Piano Skills07:18 Exploring the Seven Musical Facts20:12 Melodic Analysis of 'Fly Me to the Moon'39:35 Understanding Phrases and Target Notes52:48 Applying Treatments to the MelodySupport the show
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Santa Claus is Coming to Town." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”Play“Santa Claus is Coming to Town” using three different treatments, tempos, and grooves.Use the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play Santa Claus is Coming to Town.SummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence explores the melodic analysis of the Christmas classic 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town.' He discusses a structured three-tier approach to tune study, emphasizing the importance of harmonic and melodic analysis, rhythm in improvisation, and the significance of listening to various interpretations. The episode includes practical tips for learning melodies by ear, combining melody with harmony, and preparing for improvisation through different tune treatments.TakeawaysThe goal is to discover, learn, and play jazz piano.A three-tier approach to tune study includes harmonic analysis, melodic analysis, and improvisation development.Rhythm is crucial for creating interesting melodies in improvisation.Listening to various renditions of a tune is essential for understanding it.Transcribing melodies by ear helps develop musical skills.Understanding the relationship between notes is key to playing jazz.Combining melody and harmony enhances musical expression.Improvisation requires practice with various tempos and grooves.Patience is important in the lifelong process of learning music.Significant growth in jazz piano skills comes from structured practice.Support the show
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "September in the Rain." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “September in the Rain”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “September in the Rain”Play“September in the Rain” using three different treatments, tempos, and grooves.Use the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play September in the Rain.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the show
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Just Friends." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “Just Friends”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “Just Friends”Play“Just Friends” using three different treatments, tempos, and grooves.Use the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play Just Friends.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the show
In this episode John Ericson begins a series looking at the fundamentals of horn playing. Following a list that may be found in the Douglas Hill book, the series begins with topics including playing postion/posture, fingering choices, intonation, and much more -- including key ideas towards playing in tune in ensembles.
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Angel Eyes." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “Angel Eyes”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “Angel Eyes”Play“Angel Eyes” using three different treatments, tempos, and groovesUse the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play Angel Eyes.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the show
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "I Wish You Love." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “I Wish You Love”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “I Wish You Love”Play“I Wish You Love” using three different treatments, tempos, and groovesUse the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play I Wish You Love.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the Show.
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Have You Met Miss Jones." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “Have You Met Miss Jones”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “Have You Met Miss Jones”Play“Have You Met Miss Jones” using three different treatments, tempos, and groovesUse the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play Have You Met Miss Jones.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the Show.
Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Don't Blame Me." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverThe classic jazz standard, “Don't Blame Me”LearnMelody, Guide Tones, Fingerings, Phrases, and Target Notes for “Don't Blame Me”Play“Don't Blame Me” using three different treatments, tempos, and groovesUse the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson for maximum musical growth. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while you discover, learn, and play Don't Blame Me.Open Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)Educational SupportCommunity ForumSpeakPipeEpisode OutlineIntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join Jazz Piano SkillsLesson RationaleExploration of Jazz Piano SkillsConclusionClosing CommentsVisit Jazz Piano Skills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with comprehensive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, a private jazz piano community hosting a variety of Jazz Piano Forums, an interactive Jazz Fake Book, plus unlimited professional educational jazz piano support.If you wish to donate to JazzPianoSkills, you can do so easily through the Jazz Piano Skills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a Jazz Piano Skills listener. I am pleased to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the Show.