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Jon Cowherd - Compositional Improvisation

2,592 views · Published 27 November 2017 · 1:47 · Indexed 1 November 2026

Channel: MyMusicMasterclass · 2017 · Music

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Description:In this compositional improvisation masterclass, acclaimed pianist Jon Cowherd shows you how to develop a jazz solo using classical composition techniques. Jon breaks down an original solo over rhythm changes to show you how you can build a compelling improvisation from a simple idea. If you want to learn how to create a complete musical statement over some chord changes, this jazz piano lesson is for you. NOTE: There is a PDF bundled with the download version of this video (not the $8.99 streaming version) which includes the embedded notation seen in the video.

Topics Covered: Piano, jazz, improvisation, soloing, opening statement, permutations, inversion, transposition, retrograde, augmentation, diminution, rhythmic displacement, fragmentation, applications, right and left hand, etc.

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