
Jazz Piano School
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Jul 2, 2024 • 25min
Effective Scale Practice
Learning tools and theory is one thing, but knowing how to effectively practice them is a different skill set entirely. Let's look at how to efficiently practice and use scales.
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Also...
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Jun 25, 2024 • 22min
Find Your Own Voice With This Simple Composition Exercise
Finding your own voice in music can seem like a daunting task. We look up to so many great jazz composers, but how did they discover their own sound as composers? The best thing to do is to start writing your own music. This simple composition exercise which Sterling will show you will help you create your own music right away!
Go to for practice materials
https://jazzpianoschool.com/podcast342
If you have questions or suggestions for a podcast lesson you would like us to do, please leave them in the comments down below.
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played,
and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
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Jun 19, 2024 • 0sec
Jazz Piano Scales: 3 Must Know! (Practice Bonus)
We're on to part 2 of my chord scales lesson. In this lesson I'm going to teach you 3 easy chord scales you have to know to make your improvisation sound great, and you'll get to practice them with me through the tune "Take The A-Train".
Want my full Improvisation Mastery course? Go to the link below for a huge one-time discount!
https://jazzpianoschool.com/improvdiscount
Also...
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Jun 4, 2024 • 25min
How To Use Jazz Piano Chord Scales
Think you don't need chord scales? Think again. In this video I'll show you what happens if you DON'T use them.
Want my full Improvisation Mastery course? Go to the link below for a huge one-time discount!
https://jazzpianoschool.com/improvdiscount
Also...
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
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Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
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May 21, 2024 • 30min
Fast Tempo Improv
Here are my 5 best secrets to improvising over super fast tempos so you sound like a pro!
Also...
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
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Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
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May 16, 2024 • 29min
Jazz Piano Rootless Voicings Structure 2 Practice
On to practice Round 2! We'll be practicing structure 2 of our rootless voicings at 5 different tempos. Here we go!
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played, and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
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Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
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Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
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May 7, 2024 • 36min
Rootless Voicing Structure 1 Practice Lesson - 5 Tempos
This episode will be something I've NEVER done before. This will be a practice lesson that will allow you to practice your rootless voicings with me! Sounds fun right? Well, more fun then practicing by yourself I would imagine. I'll keep you tips, keep you inspired, and be your coach as I stick with you throughout this entire practice session! Let's get to work!
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played,
and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
___________
Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jazzpianoschool
Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
https://jazzpianoschool.com/jpspodcast

Apr 30, 2024 • 16min
One Fast Tip For Solo Piano Cocktail Jazz
I say things over and over and over again. Want to know why? Because there are things I see students do over and over and over again. And that's okay! I'm not blaming anyone, but it's exactly why I made this weeks podcast. To try to really create an impression in your head to do this ONE thing when playing cocktail solo piano ballads. Because when you do...it will instantly improve your sound by 10 fold, if not more! Here we go!
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Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played,
and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
___________
Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jazzpianoschool
Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
https://jazzpianoschool.com/jpspodcast

Apr 25, 2024 • 25min
Solo Piano Fills: 3 Easy Tricks
What do you do when you have 4 beats to fill? What about 7 beats? Because I was a deer in headlights for most of my career. I never really knew what to do! No one ever taught me. But that's exactly why I created this podcast. To give you an easy 3 step system to creating simple fills that sound AWESOME! Here we go!
If you have questions or suggestions for a podcast lesson you would like us to do, please leave them in the comments down below.
_____________
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played,
and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
___________
Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jazzpianoschool
Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
https://jazzpianoschool.com/jpspodcast

Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 4min
This 1 Secret Will Take Your Bebop Playing to the Next Level
The "Kansas City" blues scale is a variation on the traditional blues scale. Its sound was codified by musicians from Kansas City, dating all the way back to Count Basie, Jimmy Lunceford, and eventually adopted by the great bebop Saxophonist Charlie Parker. This sound is simple to acquire, yet has a lot of room for variations and depth. In this podcast lesson, Sterling will show you how to incorporate the sound of the Kansas City blues into your improvising.
Go to for practice materials
https://jazzpianoschool.com/podcast334
If you have questions or suggestions for a podcast lesson you would like us to do, please leave them in the comments down below.
_____________
Have you been trying to learn jazz piano with youtube videos, dvds, teachers but feel
like you're still constantly guessing, can't play any tunes without copying what someone else has played,
and don't know how to connect all the tid bits you've learned?
I went through the same thing but thankfully stumbled upon a learning system I created based on
proven language learning blocks.
The JPS System brings you through 4 main categories of learning,
Theory, Technique, Improvisation and Repertoire.
I'll show you exactly how to utilize our popular system so
you can finally achieve jazz piano freedom: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lookinside
___________
Get more FREE jazz piano education from us!
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jazzpianoschool
Blog: https://jazzpianoschool.com/blog
Lick of The Week: https://jazzpianoschool.com/lotd/
https://jazzpianoschool.com/jpspodcast
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