A carefully curated collection of 5 transformative lessons
In this 4-step mini course we will cover different ways to arrange, improvise and accompany oneself using George Gershwin's standard Someone To Watch Over Me. Step 1 is perfect for beginner and intermediate level students who want to learn how to arrange standards. But I like Gospel or Rock or Latin music, is this lesson for me too? Oh yes. These techniques are important no matter what style of music you play. I explain why in the lesson!
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Transform Your Playing and Confidence
Imagine being able to sit down at the piano and play a beautiful standard like Someone to Watch Over Me with confidence and style. This course will guide you through the steps to achieve that goal, enhancing your ability to arrange and perform with flair.
Whether you're a beginner eager to learn or an intermediate player looking to refine your skills, this bundle offers valuable insights into different musical styles. You'll discover techniques that apply across genres, allowing you to expand your repertoire and musical expression.
By the end of this course, you'll not only have mastered a classic Gershwin tune, but you'll also have gained skills that you can apply to countless other songs, making you a more versatile and confident musician.
What You'll Learn
1
Develop confidence in arranging standards with step-by-step guidance.
2
Master reharmonization techniques to enrich your musical expression.
3
Learn to create compelling intros and endings for performances.
4
Explore scales for improvisation and develop your soloing skills.
5
Understand how to accompany yourself and others with clarity.
6
Gain insight into musical analysis for better song interpretation.
7
Utilize practice techniques to reinforce learning and progress.
8
Incorporate rhythmic variation to enhance your improvisational style.
Course Chapters
This bundle includes 5 lessons. Here's what you'll learn in each:
Lesson 1: Step 1: 4 Step Standards Mini Course (Someone to Watch Over Me)
00:00:00
Introduction
6:26
00:06:26
Melody and Fingering
14:09
00:20:35
Chord Shells
19:21
00:39:56
Filling Out The Arrangement
22:42
Lesson 2: Step 2: Someone to Watch Over Me - Reharmonization
00:00:00
Reharm Pt 1
18:09
00:18:09
Reharm Pt 2
12:34
00:30:43
Measure 10
13:35
Lesson 3: Step 3: Someone to Watch Over Me - Intros, Endings and Accompaniment
00:00:00
Song Introduction
13:22
00:13:22
Song Ending
11:24
00:24:46
Ear Training
7:03
00:31:49
Accompanying
17:53
00:49:42
Too High or Too Low
7:21
00:57:03
Preview of Step 4
8:12
Lesson 4: Step 4: Someone to Watch Over Me - Scales For Improvisation
00:00:00
Improvisation
9:46
00:09:46
Scales for Improv 1
13:13
00:22:59
Scales for Improv 2
14:37
00:37:36
2nd Ending
8:52
00:46:28
What to Practice
10:46
Lesson 5: Step 5: Someone to Watch Over Me - Building a Solo
00:00:00
Important to remember
3:57
00:03:57
Scale cell exercise pt. 1
10:19
00:14:16
Scale cell exercise pt. 2
16:15
00:30:31
Targeting the 3rd
10:47
00:41:18
Targeting the 5th
4:54
00:46:12
Add rhythm to your line
15:06
TOTAL
4:50:43
Everything That's Included
Structured Lessons
Each lesson is designed to build upon the last, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience that enhances your skills progressively.
Practice Material
Access to a wide range of practice exercises and materials tailored to reinforce each lesson's concepts and techniques.
Notation & Resources
Detailed sheet music and resources accompany each lesson, providing clear guidance and reference as you practice.
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1
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2
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3
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