Friday, Nov 21st
From the studio of musician, Willie Myette
Dear Fellow Pianist,
Up till now learning how to play the Blues like a real pro took hours of "hunting and pecking" at the piano to get the right combination of notes.
Maybe you have looked over the shoulder of a pianist by the bar or listened to recordings till they wore out just trying to replicate that incredible Blues piano sound!
You know the sound I am talking about. I mean that "meaty", "fat" Blues sound that hits you in your soul. It's the sound of a Pro and you know it when you hear it.
If you're like most people, you sit there in awe marveling at their command of the instrument and ability to captivate an audience with just three simple chords.
But, you know better. You know that it is not just three chords that they are playing. (You know because you can already play those chords, but not like that!)
Are you like me?
Quick story...
When I was a beginner, there was pianist who I hung around with. Now, Damien knew all of those cool Blues licks. But, when I asked him to show them to me, he would play something really fast and say "Did you get that?" Of course I didn't! But, he wouldn't slow it down and I had to walk away with the "scraps" that I could pick up.
I read books and listened to CDs, but I wanted to get into this Blues piano sound fast.
Years later, I now know that Blues sound. I eventually learned by a lot of time, practice and patience! However, I've made it easier for you to learn how to play drop down, no holds barred, kickin' Blues piano without reading a lick of music.
It's time to take your Blues playing to the "Pro" Level.
JazzPianoLessons.com has been teaching thousands pianists (just like you) how to take their playing to the next level. This is what I like to call the "Pro" level.
No matter where your current level of playing is at, I'm going to show you techniques that you simply will not find anywhere else.
You'll learn, step-by-step, techniques like turnarounds, endings, grace notes and neighbor chords for a Gospel sound. I'm also going to teach you styles like Boogie Woogie, New Orleans, Shuffles, Choo Choo Cha Boogie and more.
Now, I'm not talking about boring lessons here.
I hate those lessons where you need to do this, then this, then this (I'm sure you know the ones I'm talking about) only to find out that you are still not playing after a month! I want you to be able to apply these techniques the day you start, so I've designed my lessons to be easy to get into right away.
I'm going to teach you so many tricks, you will be igniting those keys!
-Willie
Tired Of 'Spinning Your Tires?'
I've had the pleasure of teaching students around the world, and I have heard the same story over and over again. It goes like this...
"I've been playing for years, but I do not feel as though I'm getting anywhere!"
Does this sound familiar? It is a common statement from students from around the world, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Often, books teach you as though you were going to become a professional musician by making you learn countless exercises and theory before you actually start playing something that sounds even remotely familiar. These exercises and theory have their place and are important tools. However, they are tools that should never stand in the way of making music quickly. Why? Because music is about expressing one's self first, not writing a thesis on why the V7 of I chord has a stronger resolution!
On this DVD series, I am rolling up my sleeves and teaching (not just showing) you how to create and more importantly, re-create these grooves, patterns, chords and licks.
Am I Talking To You?
Are you asking "Is this DVD right for me?"
This DVD series is geared for intermediate and advanced players. If you are an absolute beginner to the piano (I mean, you don't know a C from a G on the piano), I'd suggest that you start with the JazzKids® series or the DVD100 Jazz & Blues DVD from JazzPianoLessons.com.
If you know how to play the Blues at least a 'bit', then these step-by-step lessons are about to launch your Blues piano playing to the next level.
The DVD Series is presented like you were sitting right next to me in my studio watching my hands. Only difference, you can:
Watch the DVD over and over again if you miss something
Watch on your own time and schedule, even 3 a.m.!
Play along with the band using the Jam-With-The-Band™ Tracks
You won't be "in the dark" with these lessons. And, if you do have a question, you'll have unlimited access to the JazzPianoLessons.com User's Forum where you can ask questions and get answers.
Important Techniques Covered on This DVD:
Scales used for improvisation. (more than just the Blues scale!)
Suspensions and applying them to chords
Neighbor chords that add motion and "liven" up your sound
Crushing and sliding notes to get the traditional Blues "effect"
Two different shuffle patterns for your left hand
Boogie-Woogie bass patterns that spark interest
Jimmy Yancey's incredible bass line along with licks!
Grooves by others like Gene Harris, Dr. John, Professor Longhair and Fat's Domino
Turnarounds & Endings that make you sound like you've done this for years
How to bring the song to a close the right way.
...plus a bunch of licks, chord voicings, grooves and more!
Sounds Hard, Huh?
It's not! I've spent over a decade breaking these concepts down for beginning improvisors as young as 6 years-old, so I know that motivated students can easily learn my exciting system that teaches you all of these concepts one step at a time. You're going to be really excited when someone hears you play and asks you for lessons.
Make Up Your Own Songs Without Music!
The Blues makes it easy to combine grooves, licks and chords together to create your own songs.
I will teach you how to combine the techniques I cover in this series to make up your own songs. This process of "stringing together" the grooves makes it possible to sit down at the piano and just play for hours without music.
I'm going to show you this technique, and I am only a phone call or email away if you need help.
Learn Blues Piano in 3-Steps Max!
Do you believe this?
Let's face the facts...it takes work to learn anything. And, it seems the older you get the harder it is to learn new things! Learning the piano is no different.
My program is not going to teach you how to play Blues Piano in 30 minutes, because I want you to learn the right way, the first time around.
Sure, I could just show you one of the many licks I put in this series and have you playing it in 30 minutes or less, but you wouldn't know how to recreate that sound later or fully understand what you are playing.
As a teacher and professional musician, I disagree with the "quick fix" approach to learning the piano. Instead, I have created a program that moves at a good pace teaching what you need to know, when you need to know it. No unnecessary theory or exercises to learn. Just the most streamlined approach to getting you to create the sounds that you want to hear as fast as possible.
SEE The Notes, Step-By-Step
Yes, I do break down each concept that I am playing step-by-step. But, sometimes it is difficult to see what I am playing. My fingers might be in the way or it is a fast passage. Virtual keyboard to the rescue!
Above the "real" keyboard (DVD 504) is a "virtual keyboard" that allows you to see every note that I am playing. The notes that I play light up on the keyboard, so when you pause the video, you can see the notes I just played!
Learn My Improvisation Tricks
Let's face it, learning to improvise is a challenge! However, I break down several dozen grooves that I use out on gigs in a step-by-step manner.
Why? Because you can "look over my shoulder" as I improvise and build those hip jazz chord voicings.
Are you a music reader? Well, you'll appreciate that a MIDI version of the DVD is also available. You can load the MIDI file into many different (free) MIDI players and see what notes I am playing. Best of all, you can change the tempo and the key!
Let's Get To The Examples!
The best way to experience this new DVD is to see it in action. Below are several clips from the DVD.
If you're like me, you've ordered DVDs in the mail only to find them in pieces at the bottom of an envelop. Unfortunately, even in padded mailers, they still break!
JazzPianoLessons.com goes 'Greener'. Beginning with the new Blues n' Boogie release, JazzPianoLessons.com will now start shipping DVDs in protective paper sleeves. This has several benefits for all of us:
No change in content or quality. Same disc, just no "fancy" broken case!
Better for the planet by reducing plastic usage
Reduces DVD scratches and damage
Saves on postage
I hope that you embrace this new format with me.
Testimonials
I'm loving the lessons. I've been looking for you for years, and now after having tried a number of others, I'm finally home.
I'm already a professional musician who is mostly self-taught, and your classes are helping fill in the holes in my education. I've played every type of music (including zydeco, right now) but my dream is to be a jazz player. And it won't be long. It's in me and it's coming out...quickly!
I just can't thank you enough.
-Joy
I have very much appreciated your teaching style & lessons over the past few months.
Definitely upgraded my piano playing & personal "sound", especially as I have learned to add favorite changes to all kinds of lovely new chord inversions, turnarounds & more interesting bass patterns.
So thank you for all you are doing in putting it all together!
- Greg
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Go ahead, give it a try. Call me right now if you have a question.
More About Willie Myette
A Berklee College of Music graduate, Myette departed Boston for Providence in 1996, created a unique instructional method for jazz piano, foundedJazzKids®, and published over a dozen books, all aimed at teaching jazz and improvisation to children.
Willie's books and music have been published by Alfred Music Publishers and MelBay. Willie has presented clinics around the U.S., Canada and Europe and performs around the country with his group Katahdin's Edge for which he has produced two acclaimed CDs and headlined at the fames SXSW festival.
Willie has also performed with or shared the stage with members of James Brown, George Clinton and Parliment Funkadellic, 420 Funk Mob, Combustible Edison, The Dixie Chicks and others.
MIDI files are perfect for practicing sections slower or for isolating passages for study. I'll also show you how to get a free MIDI player for your computer.
Add On Cost: $6.99 INCLUDED
Option #2
MP3 Play-A-Long Tracks
High-quality MP3 play-a-long tracks especially designed for this DVD series.
Add On Cost: $7.49 INCLUDED
Option #3
Sheet Music
Do you read music? You can purchase the sheet music of all of the examples on this DVD.
Add On Cost: $12.99 INCLUDED
My Personal Guarantee:
I stand by all of my work 100%. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase for any reason, simply return it to me, and I will issue an exchange or a full refund for the price of the course.
Willie Myette
YES! Willie, I Understand In This TIME-SENSITIVE SPECIAL I Will Receive...
Over 6 hours of incredible Blues Piano grooves, turnarounds, endings, licks and chords that will change how I play the Blues.
You'll also teach me how to create my own Blues songs by "putting it all together"
I also know that there is 24-hour support through your online support system and User's Forum, just in case I have a question
I further understand that...
You never leave anyone "Out In The Cold." I know that I can contact you personally at 877-742-6618 if I have any questions
I also know that you are giving me a no questions asked, money-back guarantee if I am not 100% satisfied with this DVD
Lessons With A Professional For Just Over 20 Bucks?
If you order today, you can get all four DVDs for only $125. This works out to $20.80 per hour of instruction. Typically you'd pay $60 (or more) per hour of instruction of this caliber. That equals $360 for six one-hour lessons that you can only watch once.
The math is simple.
Take advantage of this limited offer today by choosing one of the ordering options below. I look forward to teaching you my "tricks"!
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Yes, I do break down each concept that I am playing step-by-step. But, sometimes it is difficult to see what I am playing. My fingers might be in the way or it is a fast passage. Virtual keyboard to the rescue!
Let's face it, learning to improvise is a challenge! However, I break down several dozen grooves that I use out on gigs in a step-by-step manner.
If you're like me, you've ordered DVDs in the mail only to find them in pieces at the bottom of an envelop. Unfortunately, even in padded mailers, they still break!
MIDI Files
