A basic introduction to jazz/blues piano video series: chord progression
UncategorizedThe first video of a series on basic jazz/blues piano is a basic introduction to Jazz/Blues chord progression using the key of C major:
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Pop vs Metal vs Dance? – A Top 10 List of Music Genres YOU Hate
Following on from my last post on analysing Chris Brown’s song ‘Love More’, it occured to me that while I’ve played and listened to a wide variety of music over the years, I’ve never personally expressed my likes/dislike for certain music on TuneBox TV (probably because playing in a band, […]
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A basic introduction to jazz blues piano video series: scales
This 2nd video in the series deals with playing a Jazz/Blues scale with the Right Hand
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Alicia Keys – New Day: Piano Tutorial (video 3)
Third part in a piano video tutorial series on the song ‘New Day’. This lesson focuses on the distinctive melody leading into the first verse using the right hand and the downwards left hand chord progression.
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Why smart work is overrated in music – sometimes, learning the hard way is best
This post probably won’t go down well with many of you but I don’t mind. It’s important to speak the truth on these matters. I see a lot of advice on various sites for becoming successful in any area of life talk about “working smarter, “getting an edge” and […]
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Piano tuning – how to find the right Piano tuner
Other than trawling through the Yellow pages or the internet, finding a tuner near you can be time consuming. Other than friends, contact the nearest institutions to you that own pianos and ask them who takes care of their instruments. Get recommendations from the following: · Universities and music schools/academies […]
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So you want to learn Flamenco Guitar? Tips for how to play Andalusian Cadence chords
By Andy Feldman: Flamenco is one of the most inspirational guitar styles anyone can learn. Part of the attraction is that flamenco is one of the oldest and most recognisable classical styles, and even guitarists who play hard rock and metal styles can benefit from learning flamenco chords and playing […]
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Tips for how to beat music performance anxiety, stage fright and nerves – part 1
The heart is pounding and races faster, the hands shake. Many people experience anxiety when they become the centre of attention. Many musicians are not able to perform their best as a result of an increased anxiety level. While some believe it is important to experience some […]
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What music new year’s resolutions have you made?
Sometime ago, I wrote a blog post call ‘Why Smart Work Is Overrated In Music‘ explaining that looking for shortcuts won’t always help you reach your goal faster. I got criticised by some readers for being ‘negative’, when in fact, I was purely being realistic about what it takes to do […]
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Twelve-bar Blues, Pachelbel’s Canon and Cadence tips – your audio guide to chord progressions
The following is a list of chord progressions in music : Code M Major. m Minor. A Atonal. B Bitonal. I Indeterminate. L Lydian. Name Image Sound # of chords Quality 50s progression A 50s progression in C. Play 4 M Andalusian cadence Andalusian cadence. Play 4 L Backdoor progression Backdoor progression […]
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A basic introduction to jazz/blues piano video series: chord progression
The first video of a series on basic jazz/blues piano is a basic introduction to Jazz/Blues chord progression using the key of C major:
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