Cocktail Piano 3

Learn how to create your own cocktail piano arrangements with this advanced course. Expanding on the concepts from Cocktail Piano 1 & 2, this course dives into professional arranging techniques that add richness and sophistication to your playing. You’ll explore tools like pedal tones, cadences, and 1-6-2-5 progression stalling to craft lush, expressive arrangements.

A key highlight of the course is learning a full contemporary arrangement of In The Wee Small Hours of The Morning. This step-by-step breakdown will show you how to transform a simple melody into a beautifully textured cocktail piano piece.

Ideal for intermediate and advanced players, this course provides the techniques needed to create personalized, professional-sounding cocktail piano arrangements for any jazz standard.

How to Create Your Own Cocktail Piano Arrangements

Cocktail piano is more than just playing through chord changes—it’s about crafting smooth, flowing arrangements that feel natural and expressive. The Cocktail Piano 3 course focuses on giving you the tools to create your own unique arrangements using a mix of classic jazz techniques and modern reharmonization tricks.

One of the most effective arranging tools you’ll learn is pedal tones, which provide a strong harmonic foundation and help create a sense of movement. You’ll also explore cadences and 1-6-2-5 progressions, which allow for more interesting harmonic transitions. These techniques give your playing a more polished and professional feel, making your arrangements stand out.

By the end of this course, you’ll have mastered a full arrangement of In The Wee Small Hours of The Morning and gained the confidence to create your own cocktail piano arrangements for any jazz standard.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

No, this course is designed for intermediate to advanced pianists who already have some experience with jazz harmony and cocktail piano techniques.

Will I learn how to create my own arrangements?

Yes! This course focuses on techniques that allow you to develop unique and professional-sounding cocktail piano arrangements.

Do I need to read sheet music?

No, the lessons emphasize hands-on learning with demonstrations that can be followed by ear.

Can I use these techniques for other songs?

Absolutely! The arranging tools you learn in this course can be applied to any jazz standard or cocktail piano piece.