Lesson Library

Willie · Intermediate · 21 min

In this lesson you'll learn how to play the bassline in C minor along with chords in the right hand.

Willie · Intermediate · 57 min

In this lesson we will be learning about chord tensions and how to create flow between the hands.

Willie · Intermediate · 62 min

In this lesson we will be learning how to move between triads and seventh chords smoothly. We will be covering several 16th-note patterns as well.

Willie · Professional · 42 min

Learn how to create altered chords and improvise over them in this lesson.

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 · 56 min

This advanced lesson will show you different ways of using diminished chords. You'll also learn the Whole-1/2 diminished scale, how it relates to the 1/2-Whole…

Willie · Professional · 16 min

In this lesson you'll learn how to use 4-note chord cells for improvisation over the blues. This is part 1.

Willie · Beginner · 9 min

Learning how to "comp" chords is essential if you want to accompany yourself or others at the piano.

Willie · Beginner · 6 min

Chord shells make it easier to accompany yourself quickly.

Willie · Beginner · 8 min

Learn the 12 bar blues form, its analysis along with basic 7th chords.

Willie · Intermediate · 13 min

Learn how to add the 9th to our guide tones for fuller-sounding chords.

Paul · Intermediate · 93 min

In this lesson you will be shown 6 different funky chord progressions, each 2-4 measures in length in varying keys. In each groove, the instructor will highligh…

Willie · Intermediate · 42 min

Guide tones, chord approaches and enclosures are at the heart of bebop improvisation. Study this lesson a lot to really master how to create more complicated im…

Willie · Intermediate · 44 min

Learn how to create an arrangement from ONLY a lead sheet melody. We will use the Christmas classic, Silent Night to create an arrangement. Learn these techniqu…

Willie · Intermediate · 54 min

Using the song "Harlem Nocturne" as an example, you'll learn how to fill out a chord progression for a song.

Willie · Professional · 11 min

Learn this cool jazz/gospel chord progression along with analysis.

Willie · Intermediate · 11 min

Learn how to create jazz chords.

Willie · Intermediate · 65 min

In this lesson Willie answers students' questions and talks about how to Approach Target Chords. We will also discuss the gospel 1-7-3-6 progression and what it…

Willie · Intermediate · 97 min

In this lesson, we will be covering fingering techniques, learning and applying arpeggios and how to apply simple chords to a melody, the "Battle Hymn of The Re…

Willie · Professional · 106 min

Learn how to effectively use tritones to add spice to your arrangements. I’ll also teach you how to create fuller, richer chords with Upper Structure Triads and…

Willie · Intermediate

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 c…

Willie · Intermediate · 8 min

Willie · Intermediate · 10 min

Willie · Intermediate · 9 min