Essential Comping Techniques Part 1

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Introduction

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Ballad style

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Ballad style with fills

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Oom-pah style

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Oom-pah singing

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Bassline and comping

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Summary

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Essential Comping Techniques Part 1

In this course you’ll learn how to comp in both a solo and group setting. If you’ve wondered how to get a fuller sound with your left-hand accompaniment, this lesson will give you techniques that you’ll use for years to come. This first lesson focuses on ballad and oom-pah / stride styles.

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Chord Voicings and Comping

Voicings are how you arrange the notes of the chord. Comping chords is when you add rhythm to your chords and accompany yourself or another instrument. It is important to learn both good comping and voicing techniques to make your playing interesting without being too "busy."

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Sample Video

Introduction

Ballad style

Ballad style with fills

Oom-pah style

Oom-pah singing

Bassline and comping

Summary

Essential Comping Techniques Part 1

Chord Voicings and Comping

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