Lesson Library

Willie · Intermediate · 55 min

Learn how to master and own your scales with these exercises.

Willie · Intermediate · 76 min

Another condensed lesson to help you improvise over leadsheets quickly. We will cover the major scale, simplified rhythms, arpeggios, chromaticism, approaches a…

Willie · Beginner · 47 min

We will cover: Accompaniment with three bass patterns and the Improvisation Secret Weapon with examples.

Willie · Intermediate · 41 min

In this session, we will cover solfege for the Natural Minor scale. We will also work through several examples of both rhythmic and melodic dictation.

Willie · Professional · 60 min

In this lesson, we will cover my 8 Week Practice Schedule, Major Scale 2 Octaves, Contrary Motion, Chromatic Scale 2 Octaves, Contrary Motion, Major Scale with…

Willie · Professional · 65 min

In this lesson, we will review the 8 steps to improvisation and answer student questions. The lesson starts at 3:00 so you can skip the first 3 minutes.

Willie · Professional · 41 min

In this session, we will cover Harmonic Minor, Dorian, Natural Minor, Melodic Minor Ascending, Melodic and Rhythmic Dictation, Progression Dictation.

Willie · Intermediate · 68 min

We will be focusing on exercises starting on different solfege notes. We will also cover rhythmic dictation and melodic/rhythmic dictation exercises.

Willie · Intermediate · 69 min

In this lesson, we will cover: 5 Finger Scales, Major Scale Contrary Motion, Chromatic Scale, Horizontal Playing and Speed Blocks, Scale Crushing, Creating Comp…

Willie · Beginner · 43 min

We will be covering how to improvise over 2 different blues progressions. We will also be talking about playing and resting in your improvisation.

Willie · Professional · 38 min

In this lesson you'll learn some more advanced improvisation techniques. We will use Cole Porter's "I Get A Kick Out of You" for improvisation. We will discuss…

Paul · Intermediate · 48 min

In this lesson you will learn to play Van Morrison’s classic hit “Caravan.” We will show you how to break this song down into 3 easy-to-remember sections. You w…

Willie · Beginner · 92 min

In this three-session lesson, learn different practice techniques and ways to become the best rock player you can be! This is a great lesson to watch before beg…

Paul · Beginner · 53 min

In Part 2 of the Rock Rhythm Practice lesson, you will review the rhythms discussed in Part 1 and immediately build upon your mastery by introducing eighth note…

Paul · Professional · 37 min

This song is a must-have in the repertoire of any rock piano player. We will show you how to break the song down into just two easy-to-remember sections. We wil…

Paul · Professional · 53 min

In this lesson, you will learn how to play this classic Billy Joel hit, breaking down each section for easier memorization. We will also talk about a couple way…

Paul · Beginner · 58 min

From the opening introductory melody, this piano hit is instantly recognized by everyone. Learn this tune by studying the 5 component sections: intro, verse, br…

Paul · Intermediate · 57 min

Toto’s “Africa” is a classic rock hit that you definitely need in your repertoire. The best part is that the song is largely based on the piano part. This lesso…

Paul · Professional · 50 min

In this lesson you will be shown how to play this classic rock hit by learning one section at a time (intro/verse, prechorus, chorus, bridge, ending), helping y…

Paul · Professional · 55 min

In this lesson you will learn how to play Billy Joel’s classic piano hit “New York State of Mind.” We will show you how to break the song down into its componen…

Paul · Beginner · 46 min

This lesson focuses on some great rock piano comping techniques using Adele’s smash hit “Make You Feel My Love,” already a classic rock piano ballad. But in add…

Willie · Intermediate · 57 min

Adding accents to your scales creates shape and intensity in your solo. In this lesson you'll see how I use accents to create rhythms within the scale through t…

Willie · Beginner · 25 min

In this lesson you'll learn how to think of playing standards in layers. Each layer adds sparkle to the arrangement and you'll learn how to use these layers for…

Willie · Professional · 36 min

In this lesson you'll learn Duke Jordan's "Jordu," a faster-tempo song that incorporates shells and stride-like playing.