This stage is for people brand new to jazz. You’re going to spend time learning the most basic elements of music & jazz and how they pertain to information in the future. These elements will prepare you for all the information you receive on your journey. These general music basics help you understand all the other jazz harmony, theory, and improv you’re going to learn and this stage will lay down a solid foundation for the rest of your life. This is also a great time to gain clarity around your goals. What do you want to accomplish as a jazz pianist? But most important…why? The “why” will keep you going through this journey and will help your motivation stay high!