Ear training for jazz piano: 9 exercises from 6 great teachers
Ear training for jazz piano: what Tristano, Banacos, Ran Blake, Dave Frank, Galper and Beato taught, plus a study guide with 9 exercises.
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Jazz improvisation on piano: a practical guide
Jazz Piano Thinking “It’s better to do something simple which is real. It’s something you can build on, because you…
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The metronome in jazz piano practice
The metronome is one of the most misunderstood tools in music education. Most students use it the wrong way, or…
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Ear training for jazz piano: how to train your ears
One of my teachers used to say that your ears are a musician’s best friends. The years since have proved…
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How to practice jazz piano: a guide to effective practice
In this article: How to organize your jazz piano practice so you see real progress. Not by chance, but steadily,…
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Piano scales: how to organize your practice for jazz improvisation
There are many ways to practice piano scales, but what really matters is practicing them in a way that lets…
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Jazz piano practice routine: frequency vs. time
“It’s not how many hours you spend at the piano. It’s how many days you don’t miss.” My students have…
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Music Practice: Moving On or Going Deeper?
«Don’t think of progress as moving on. Think of it as going deeper down.» — Kenny Werner, Becoming the Instrument…
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How to Study a Jazz Standard on Piano — a 14-Step Guide
PIANO STUDY GUIDE · ALL LEVELS A jazz standard isn’t simply a piece you “learn.” It’s a musical universe you…
