Lesson Library

Willie · Professional · 12 min

In this lesson you'll learn how to use 4-note chord cells for improvisation over the blues. This is part 2.

Willie · Professional · 14 min

In this lesson, we will learn how to create licks using the scales we learned in lesson #5.

Willie · Beginner · 63 min

In this lesson, you'll learn three critical aspects of improvisation: Accompaniment, Rhythm and Licks. By combining together these three elements, you'll see ho…

Willie · Intermediate · 73 min

These are the scales that you should know, practice and master to become a good improviser. Each scale is written out along with fingering. Scales covered are:…

Paul · Professional · 49 min

In this lesson you will learn 5 scales that are essential when learning how to solo over a funk groove. Each chapter will present a new scale and will examine h…

Paul · Intermediate · 23 min

In this lesson you'll learn different variations you can use in your left hand, how to create your own licks and riffs and different intros and endings.

Paul · Professional · 42 min

We will finish up our advanced boogie song learning a couple more licks and endings.

Willie · Intermediate · 6 min

A quick lesson on how to create a walking bassline.

Willie · Intermediate · 52 min

In this lesson you'll learn how to create several advanced-sounding Otis Spann licks. Each lick is broken down and taught step-by-step.

Willie · Professional · 49 min

In this lesson, I will show you some important soloing techniques for organ. Since the organ is so different than the piano, these techniques will help you crea…

Willie · Intermediate · 34 min

In this lesson we are going to use my re-worked version of Last Date to get inside of Floyd Cramer’s style. We will cover bass lines, licks and I’ll show you ho…

Willie · Intermediate · 59 min

You will learn how to re-harmonize the song and play the arrangement. However, we will also cover improvisation and I left room for a "followup" chapter to answ…

Willie · Intermediate · 80 min

In this lesson I show you some really cool Dr. John licks. You'll also learn more about New Orleans bass patterns and how to break apart these licks to create y…

Willie · Intermediate · 77 min

Learn 8 different Blues accompaniment patterns and turnarounds. We cover different styles like New Orleans, Country, Boogie and Funk. You will also learn how to…

Willie · Intermediate · 54 min

Georgia on My Mind was written in 1930 by Hoagy Carmichael (music) and Stuart Gorrell (lyrics). I’ll teach you how to re-harmonize and play my arrangement. Solo…

Willie · Intermediate · 64 min

Learn why chord shells are such a powerful foundation for jazz, blues, pop, and cocktail piano. In this first lesson, Willie shows you how to read chord symbols…

Willie · Beginner · 31 min

Beginner Improv is the perfect starting point for new improvisers or those who want to build a solid foundation. Following my proven The Confident Improviser™ L…

Willie · Beginner · 22 min

Beginner Improv is the perfect starting point for new improvisers or those who want to build a solid foundation. Following my proven The Confident Improviser™ L…

Willie · Intermediate · 68 min

Mike · Intermediate · 77 min

Our Jazzedge resident drummer, Mike Marble, will be challenging your rhythm skills in this live training session. He will work with you on rhythm sight-reading…

Mike · Intermediate · 67 min

Our Jazzedge resident drummer, Mike Marble, will be challenging your rhythm skills in this live training session. He will work with you on rhythm sight-reading…

Nina · Intermediate · 84 min

The focus for this piece is on diminished lines and motif ideas, with a particular emphasis on the style of Oscar Peterson. The song being analyzed is "All Blue…

Mike · Intermediate · 70 min

Our Jazzedge resident drummer, Mike Marble, will be challenging your rhythm skills in this live training session. He will work with you on rhythm sight-reading…

Mike · Intermediate · 63 min

Our Jazzedge resident drummer, Mike Marble, will be challenging your rhythm skills in this live training session. He will work with you on rhythm sight-reading…