Learn the standard "My Funny Valentine." I explain all of the chords along with re-harmonization and scales for soloing.

This is the place to start if you want to learn the basics of Blues & Boogie piano playing. I'll teach you the "basic" shuffle groove and show you some licks to play over it. You'll also learn about sliding and crushing notes. Neighbor chords and suspensions.

This DVD picks up where DVD501 left off and teaches you more advanced Blues techniques. You'll learn the "common" shuffle and Jimmy Yancey grooves. I'll also explain the triplet feel and how it is written.

You'll learn the New Orleans, Gene Harris and Fat's Domino grooves on this DVD. I'll also teach you the Boogie in octaves plus a bunch of licks, turnarounds and endings! Sheet music is included along with DVD502

This is a "summary" DVD of the first 3 DVDs making it easy to see how the lessons work together. This is also a 'quick-start' for advanced players. The music for DVD504 is found on DVD501-503.

This lesson will teach you improvisation techniques over Satin Doll and Canon in D. You’ll learn both Jazz and Pop/Rock improvisation styles. You’ll also learn about approaches into chord tones.

Learn your chords! This DVD will cover all of the Major, Minor and Dominant 7th chords. You'll also learn my Magic chord voicings and real world examples.

Part 2 of the Chord Voicings Made Easy DVD. On this DVD you will learn my Chord Gems, Upper Structure Triads, Comping and Tri-Tone Substitutions. You should go through DVD701 before watching this DVD.

Learn how to break apart your chords between two hands. You'll also learn what to play in your hands when playing with a group. 2-5-1's and 2-5-1-6's are also covered with tensions.

JazzKids level 3. Learn fun songs, ear training, improvisation, rhythm and more!

JazzKids level 1. Learn fun songs, ear training, improvisation, rhythm and more!

JazzKids level 2. Learn fun songs, ear training, improvisation, rhythm and more!

JazzKids level 4. Learn fun songs, ear training, improvisation, rhythm and more!

One of my first lessons from 2008!

In this first lesson you'll learn the 15 steps you need to follow if you are new to improvisation. The Step-By-Step Improvisation Over Standards Beginner's Guide will give you actionable, step-by-step list of lessons and courses to follow in a specific order.

A condensed lesson with details on how to create an arrangement from a leadsheet.

In this lesson you will learn the classic song, Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow by Carole King. This song is in a country-rock feel.

Learn how to use the minor scale in your improvisations. We will be covering the following scales: Dorian, Aeolian (natural minor), Melodic Minor, Harmonic Minor, Locrian #2 and the Phrygian Dominant scale.

If you've never improvised over a jazz standard before, this is the lesson for you! Learn the different techniques like targeting and improvisation shells.

In this first module you'll learn about key signatures, the circle of 5ths and enharmonic spelling. NOTE: At about 3min n the Enharmonic chapter, it is said that F sharp is the enharmonic spelling for E natural. This was a mistake and should have said F Flat is the enharmonic spelling of E natural.

In this lesson you will study the skill of transposition, practice playing the blues arrangement at faster tempos using the jam tracks, learn an intro and classic blues ending, and practice using both of the left-hand basslines within the arrangement.

In this lesson we will go through a refresher of our bass lines and break down the licks/riffs for this blues song.

In this lesson you'll learn some "real world" cocktail piano tricks. If you've never gigged before and want to, this lesson will give you some great information to help you feel more secure.

Learn how to fix bad chord progressions, comp chords and switch into other styles.

Learn the complete arrangement of It's Only a Paper Moon.

Cycle 4 motion is counter-clockwise motion on the Circle of 5ths. This is a VERY popular chord motion and in this lesson you'll learn how to create chord voicings for this type of chord motion.

In this lesson we will expand upon our arrangement of It’s Only A Paper Moon and create a stride-feel accompaniment.