Stage 1 | Lesson: 10 | Step 4 – (Repertoire) In this step we’ll now be arpeggiating the chords in “Take The A-Train”, just like we did in the last technique exercise. This will help us learn the chords and strengthen our knowledge of the chord tones to improve our improvisation.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 10 | Step 5 – (Repertoire) In this step we’ll be using the chord tones from the harmonies in “Take The A-Train” to improvise with.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 6 – (Repertoire) Analyzing chord changes is going to be a necessary skill for many reasons. It helps to understand how the harmonies work together to produce the tune. It will also give you an approach to your improvisation.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 7 – (Repertoire) In a lot of tunes you will most likely find that they change keys in the middle of tune. This is too add new textures, atmospheres, and contrast to the tune that make it pretty. Will talk about key changes in this step and how to recognize them.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 8 – (Repertoire) Improvisation with chord tones will be the most important improv step to build your improv foundation. This step should be mastered as it will reward you with better improvisation for your entire jazz piano journey.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 5 – (Repertoire) We’re not at the last step of our learning tunes process. In this step we’ll be combining everything together. Fun! This will also be the most challenging but you’ve finally made it to the point where tune will come together.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 4 – (Repertoire) When practicing the movement of the arpeggiations let your mind focus on learning the notes as well as creating a fluid movement with your fingers and hand.

Stage 1 | Lesson: 09 | Step 3 – (Repertoire) Just like voice leading triads, voice leading 7th chords will help your sound flow like water without hiccups or hesitation in the sound.