3 Essential Jazz Chord Progressions

Join jazz specialist Kevin Castro as he teaches you how to play 3 of the most essential jazz progressions ever. He will also let you in on the number one secret when it comes to playing jazz standards in every key. Throughout our lesson, we’ll be exploring jazz progressions that every musician should know: Whether you’re a beginner just starting out with jazz or an experienced player looking to expand your repertoire, these progressions are essential to understanding and playing the genre. ▶️ Download the sheet music here: ▶️ Get a 7-day free trial with access to everything Pianote has to offer, including our new ’Practice Feature’ which lets you modify sheet music by speeding up, slowing down, changing keys and looping sections: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - Progression #1 - Rhythm Changes 4:33 - Progression #2 - Descending Minor Chords 8:17 - Progression #3 - The 2-5-1 Cycle 12:17 - Outro ABOUT KEVIN CASTRO Whether it’s playing stadium shows around the world in front of tens of thousands of people, or watching the sense of pride and accomplishment from a beginner student’s very first lesson, for Kevin Castro -- it’s all about the music. Kevin is a graduate of the prestigious MacEwan University with a degree in Jazz and Contemporary Popular Music and is the Musical Director and touring pianist for JUNO-winning Canadian pop star, @jessiamusic. As your instructor at Pianote, Kevin is able to break down seemingly complex and intimidating musical concepts into understandable and approachable skills that you can not only learn but start applying in your own playing. #jazzpiano #pianolessons #jazzprogressions Check out our FREE piano courses 🎹❤️ Getting Started (your first lessons): Chord Hacks (chording): 7 Days To Sight Reading: Follow us on social media: ►Instagram: ►Facebook:
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