In Depth Jazz Piano Lesson With Brenda

Written by Super User on 05 January 2018.

My friend and student, Brenda Martin came over for a lesson today and we worked on Altman/Lawrence tune, "All Or Nothing At All." Here are the topics addressed and time stamps so you can easily navigate through the video, however it's quite a journey and I would recommend watching it from start to finish, to understand the context and...the journey.

John Clayton

Written by Super User on 05 April 2019.

John Clayton is a natural born multitasker. The multiple roles in which he excels — composer, arranger, conductor, producer, educator, and yes, extraordinary bassist — garner him a number of challenging assignments and commissions. With a Grammy on his shelf and eight additional nominations, artists such as Diana Krall, Paul McCartney, Regina Carter, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Gladys Knight, Queen Latifah, and Charles Aznavour vie for a spot on his crowded calendar

My Magic Formula - Walking Bass Lines For Piano

Written by Super User on 12 January 2022.

One of the things that gives jazz it’s unique feel and sound is a walking bass line. Follow this simple formula of mine to be able to create your own bass lines with your left hand and really start to sound like a swinging pianist.

Practice in your car: Singing Bass Notes On All The Things You Are

Written by Super User on 29 October 2016.

The first in my new series about how you can practice jazz in your car. We sing our way through the roots of "All The Things You Are" and talk about why it's important to do so.

When The Bass Player Solos

Written by Super User on 11 December 2024.

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When your bass player takes a solo, it’s up to you to make it better! I want to help you to help them!

Where'd The Bass Player Go?

Written by Super User on 05 August 2020.

Playing piano presents us with all kinds of opportunities and challenges. One of them is pretending that we are playing with people when there ARE NO PEOPLE. This is what it sounds like to playas if there IS a bass player with you, when in fact, there is not. I put the metronome at 160 and went for it. If you'd like to play bass/drums along with me, send your videos to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Visit https://www.lordofthechords.com to pick up a Lord Of The Chords game for your own! Get the ring I'm wearing (right hand) at https://skateboardjewelry.com