Brief Introduction
Explore improvisation in jazz music and further develop your ability to improvise jazz piano.
Course Summary
This course is designed to help you develop your improvisational skills on the piano in the context of jazz music. You will learn techniques for soloing, comping, and playing with a rhythm section.
Key Learning Points
- Learn how to create interesting and melodic solos
- Develop your ability to improvise over a variety of chord progressions
- Discover new ways to approach playing with a rhythm section
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Jazz Pianist
- USA: $50,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 5 - 10 Lakh
- Spain: €25,000 - €50,000
- Jazz Educator
- USA: $45,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 4 - 8 Lakh
- Spain: €22,000 - €40,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop your improvisational skills on the piano
- Learn to create interesting and melodic solos
- Understand how to play with a rhythm section
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- A basic understanding of music theory
- Access to a piano or keyboard
Course Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Course Format
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- Jazz Guitar Improvisation
- Jazz Theory
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Requirements
- This course is ideal for any interested pianist, but may be of particular interest to university or college piano students studying music. We recommend you complete the previous course before you begin this one.
Knowledge
- Rhythm changes and the jazz standard “I Got Rhythm”Minor blues sequences and the examples “Equinox” and “Mr PC”Modal Jazz and the important example “So What”The nature of improvisation in modern jazzThe Clock of Keys and its application to “All The Things You Are”Playing left hand voicings and its application to “Autumn Leaves”
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the art of jazz piano improvisation with this engaging course. Reviews praise the course for its comprehensive approach to teaching improvisation techniques. Many users found the course to be an excellent resource for developing their skills and creativity.
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Comprehensive approach to teaching improvisation techniques
Pros from User Reviews
- Clear and engaging instruction
- Interactive and practical exercises
- Great for beginners and experienced players alike
- Flexible schedule and easy-to-use platform
Cons from User Reviews
- Lack of personal feedback and critique
- Limited focus on music theory and history
- Not suitable for those looking for advanced techniques
- Some technical issues with videos and audio