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A podcast introducing aspiring Jazz Pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Professional Jazz Piano Lessons by Dr. Bob Lawrence, President The Dallas School of Music

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  • Folge vom 27.01.2026
    Stars Fell on Alabama, Solo Piano
    Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsKeywordsJazz Piano, Solo Piano Techniques, Music Education, Jazz Standards, Improvisation, Harmonic Analysis, Melodic Analysis, Jazz Skills, Piano Practice, Music TheoryTakeawaysSolo piano requires a commitment to mastering essential skills.The study of jazz piano is organized into four key areas.Time, harmony, and melody are the three non-negotiables in solo piano.Strum, stride, and slide are foundational techniques for solo piano.Listening to recordings is crucial for developing musical skills.Clear and intentional voicings are more important than complex ones.Melody should be treated with expression to convey jazz effectively.Practice should focus on small phrases rather than entire songs.The left hand's role is to support time and harmony, not fill space.Progress in jazz piano comes from consistent practice and application.SummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence explores the essential techniques for mastering solo piano, focusing on the three non-negotiables: time, harmony, and melody. The discussion includes practical applications of strum, stride, and slide techniques using the jazz standard 'Stars Fell on Alabama.' Listeners are encouraged to practice small phrases and emphasize listening to recordings to enhance their skills. The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of consistent practice and the joy of discovering jazz piano.TitlesMastering Solo Piano TechniquesThe Essentials of Jazz Piano SkillsSound bites"Melody should be treated with expression.""The left hand supports time and harmony.""Progress comes from consistent practice."Support the show
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  • Folge vom 20.01.2026
    Stars Fell on Alabama, Improvisation
    Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsPlay AlongsForumsJazz Piano Skills CommunitySummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence dives deep into the art of improvisation, focusing on the classic tune "Stars Fell on Alabama." He outlines a structured approach to jazz piano that spans over three weeks, emphasizing harmonic and melodic analysis before honing in on improvisation skills. Dr. Lawrence introduces the concept of melodic pathways, which serve as a framework for improvisation, allowing musicians to create meaningful musical phrases that build upon the melody rather than stray from it. He stresses the importance of understanding the melody as a continuous thread throughout the improvisational process, encouraging players to think of improvisation as an extension of the melody rather than a departure from it.Keywordsjazz piano, improvisation, melodic pathways, Stars Fell on Alabama, jazz skills, music education, Dr. Bob Lawrence, jazz analysis, piano techniques, music theoryTakeawaysThe melody never ends; improvisation is a continuation of it.Improvisation without direction is just doodling.Melodic pathways provide a structured approach to improvisation.TitlesUnlocking Jazz Improvisation: Melodic Pathways ExploredContinuing the Melody: Mastering Jazz ImprovisationSound Bites"The melody never ends.""Improvisation without direction is doodling.""Melodic pathways teach you how to think like a jazz musician."Support the show
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  • Folge vom 13.01.2026
    Stars Fell on Alabama, Melodic Analysis
    Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsPlay AlongsForumsJazz Piano Skills CommunityKeywordsJazz Piano, Melodic Analysis, Expressiveness, Music Education, Jazz Standards, Practice Strategies, Music Theory, Stars Fell on AlabamaSummaryIn this episode of Jazz Piano Skills, Dr. Bob Lawrence delves into the melodic analysis of the jazz standard 'Stars Fell on Alabama.' He emphasizes the importance of understanding music conceptually to develop expressiveness in playing. The discussion covers the seven facts of music, the significance of storytelling in melodies, and practical strategies for practicing and interpreting jazz standards. The episode culminates in a detailed exploration of the melody, including fingerings, phrases, and various interpretative styles such as ballad, bossa, and swing.TakeawaysEstablish a well-thought-out practice approach.Music conceptually easy equals musical success physically.Expressiveness in jazz comes from clarity, not complexity.Professional musicians play melodies as musical phrases, not just notes.Understanding the story behind a tune enhances expressiveness.Target notes are crucial for capturing the essence of a melody.Different treatments of a melody can convey different emotions.Silence is an important aspect of musical expression.The harmony should support the melody, not overpower it.The melody of a tune tells you how it wants to be played.TitlesMastering Melodic Analysis in Jazz PianoThe Art of Expressive Jazz PlayingSound bites"We have a method to our madness.""Music conceptually easy equals musical success.""The melody tells you how it wants to be played."Support the show
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  • Folge vom 06.01.2026
    Stars Fell on Alabama, Harmonic Analysis
    Podcast PacketsIllustrationsLead SheetsPlay AlongsForumsJazz Piano Skills CommunityKeywordsjazz piano, learning jazz, Stars Fell on Alabama, jazz voicings, harmonic analysis, jazz education, music theory, improvisation, jazz standards, piano skillsSummaryIn this episode, Dr. Bob Lawrence welcomes listeners to a new year of Jazz Piano Skills, introducing an exciting four-week study format centered around the jazz standard 'Stars Fell on Alabama.' The conversation covers the importance of systematic learning, understanding chords and voicings, and the significance of harmonic analysis in jazz piano. Dr. Lawrence emphasizes the need for intentional practice and provides insights into the educational agenda for the month, focusing on harmonic architecture, melodic design, improvisation development, and solo piano interpretation.TakeawaysThe new year brings a renewed sense of purpose and excitement.The four-week study format allows for a deeper exploration of jazz standards.Understanding the difference between chords and voicings is crucial for jazz pianists.A chord defines the harmonic identity, while a voicing is how that chord is played.Listening to various interpretations of a tune is essential for learning.A systematic approach to learning tunes enhances retention and understanding.Harmonic analysis helps in grasping the structure and function of a tune.Isolating common progressions aids in ear training and improvisation.Voicings play a significant role in the overall sound and feel of a piece.The educational agenda includes listening, harmonic analysis, melody study, and improvisation.Sound bites"A chord is the harmonic identity.""The same chord can have many voicings.""Voicing is the way you play that chord."Support the show
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