Blocking
Ever feel like you get stuck improvising over the same scales, just going up and down the keyboard? By moving through different locked positions, with each scale degree as a starting point, you naturally expand across the keyboard, and each new scale degree becomes a stronger focal point in your solo. We use the modes to expand your reach up the keyboard.
Soloing Through Chord Tones
Ever feel like you get stuck improvising over the same scales, just going up and down the keyboard? By moving through different locked positions, with each scale degree as a starting point, you naturally expand across the keyboard, and each new scale degree becomes a stronger focal point in your solo. We use C minor as an example, but this concept can be extrapolated to any scale!
Soloing Through Modes
Ever feel like you get stuck improvising over the same scales, just going up and down the keyboard? By moving through different locked positions, with each scale degree as a starting point, you naturally expand across the keyboard, and each new scale degree becomes a stronger focal point in your solo. We use the modes to expand your reach up the keyboard.
Developing Groove (Comparing Piano to Drums)
Piano players are like the best drummers around! Take a look at this direct comparison, and try our exercise videos, “Groove Gamer”.
Minor Pentatonic Positions
Ever feel like you get stuck improvising over the same scales, just going up and down the keyboard? By moving through different locked positions, with each scale degree as a starting point, you naturally expand across the keyboard, and each new scale degree becomes a stronger focal point in your solo. We use C minor as an example, but this concept can be extrapolated to any scale!
Left Hand Tips and Tricks
Your left hand defines the tonal harmony (what chord you’re playing). It also acts as a drummer for the piece. This worksheet provides tricks, video explanations, and a downloadable sheet.
Building I, IV, V Chords in C, D, F, and G
Review the formula for major and minor chords. Once you have this foundation, you can get play common progressions in the most popular keys.
Voice Leading in a Progression (C Major)
Start voice leading in C major! Learn through our video and interactive worksheet.
4 Note Voicings for Seventh Chords
Seventh chords can spice up any chords. This easy voicing structure can get you playing these complex chords in a physically easy way.
Inversions
I IV V is one of the most popular pop progressions. Learn to voice lead in an effective way, and you can play 90% of top40.