Learn Jazz Piano: III. Solo Piano and Advanced Topics

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Brief Introduction

Take your jazz music to the next level and learn how to play a jazz waltz, play in root position and more.

Course Summary

This advanced jazz piano course covers topics such as advanced chord voicings, improvisation, and playing in a group setting. Learn from world-class jazz pianists and take your skills to the next level.

Key Learning Points

  • Explore advanced chord voicings to add depth and complexity to your playing
  • Develop your improvisation skills and learn to play in a group setting
  • Learn from world-class jazz pianists and expand your knowledge of the genre

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop advanced jazz piano skills
  • Expand your knowledge of jazz theory and history
  • Gain confidence playing in a group setting

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Intermediate to advanced piano skills
  • Familiarity with jazz theory and terminology

Course Difficulty Level

Advanced

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive assignments

Similar Courses

  • Jazz Improvisation
  • Jazz Theory

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Herbie Hancock
  • Chick Corea
  • Thelonious Monk

Related Books

Requirements

  • This course is ideal for any interested pianist, but may be of particular interest to university or college piano students studying music. We recommend you complete the previous course and before you begin this one.

Outline

  • Modulation and Rhythmic Phrases Introduction Preview and Modulation The Jazz Standard "I Love You" Swing and Rhythmic Phrases Application to a blues Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening Introduction to Playing In Root Position The Challenge of playing solo piano The jazz standard "You Took Advantage Of Me" The jazz standard "Satin Doll" Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening, and Quiz Further Techniques for Playing in Root Position More on Playing In Root Position The jazz standard "In Your Own Sweet Way" The jazz standard "Satin Doll" The jazz standard "How Deep Is The Ocean" Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening The Jazz Waltz Waltz vamp till ready The jazz standard "Someday My Prince Will Come" The jazz standard "All Blues" The jazz standard "It's A Raggy Waltz" "Everbody's Song But My Own" More on beginnings and endings Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening, and Quiz Scale Theory Scale theory The tune "Blackbird" Ionian and Melodic Minor Ascending Modes The jazz standard "Solar" The jazz standard "Stella By Starlight" Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening Chord Theory Chord theory Reharmonisation of "Stella By Starlight" The tune "Entering" The jazz standard "On Green Dolphin Street" Exercise, Learning Objectives, Viewing and Listening and Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews for the Jazz Piano Advanced Topics course on FutureLearn. Students have praised this course for its comprehensive coverage of advanced topics and techniques in jazz piano. However, some users have mentioned the course can be challenging for beginners.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Comprehensive coverage of advanced topics and techniques in jazz piano.

Pros from User Reviews

  • In-depth coverage of advanced jazz piano concepts
  • Highly informative and engaging course material
  • Excellent guidance and support from instructors
  • Opportunities to practice and apply new skills through exercises and assignments

Cons from User Reviews

  • Can be challenging for beginners
  • Some users found the course pace to be too fast
  • Limited opportunities for real-time feedback
  • Course content may be too technical for some learners
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