Jazz Piano School

If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I ready to move on?” — this episode is for you. One of the biggest reasons jazz piano players get stuck is because they don’t have clear benchmarks to tell them when a skill is actually mastered — or when they’re just getting by. In this episode, I break down how to measure your progress the right way so you stop bouncing between random exercises and finally start building a solid foundation. You’ll learn: Why moving on too early kills your progress (and how to avoid it) The 3 benchmarks I use with every student before we advance to the next concept How my new Improvisation Goal inside Jazz Piano School helps you see and feel your progress clearly — so you know exactly when it’s time to level up Whether you’re working on comping, solo piano, or improvisation, this episode will help you stop guessing and start growing with purpose. Next Steps The full Improvisation Goal and a complete platform upgrade are launching this Black Friday inside Jazz Piano School. Get on the VIP Black Friday List now to get early access, lifetime membership discounts, and the brand-new learning experience: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blackfriday2025 Join the Conversation Do you use personal benchmarks when you practice? Share your thoughts and progress inside the Improvisation Goal Space in the new Jazz Piano School community — I’d love to hear what you’re working on.

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