Step #7 – LH Minor Voicings
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 7 - (theory) This is the first of HUNDREDS of LH voicings. My thought process was, well…if we have 5 fingers, we can onl…
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Step #8 – Popular Minor Voicings 1
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 8 - (theory) This is a very popular minor voicing due to the 9 being on top of the LH then the cluster of the 3rd and 11 f…
Step #9 – 3-4 Time Signature
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 9 - (theory) The 3/4 time signature is a gorgeous feeling that is most popular for being the waltz feel.
Step #10 – Mantecca
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 10 - (repertoire) This is a wonderful tune written by Dizzy Gillespie that really brought latin and jazz music together. T…
Step #11 – “Girl From Ipanema”
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 11 - (repertoire) If you’re looking to be a gigging pianist than this is a must know. This classic standard is played an…
Step #12 – Hexatonic Augmented 7th Chords (bVII+, I+) Improv
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 12 - (improvisation) When improvising with augmented triads, it’s crucial your ear get accustom to the #5 sound. If it d…
Step #1 – Dominant Montuno
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 1 - (theory) This is a fantastic dominant montuno that moves from the suspended 4 down to the 3rd then back up again.
Step #2 – Minor Montuno
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 2 - (theory) The minor montunos are always a favorite in latin jazz. This is a fantastic one that should be learned. If yo…