You’re about to learn cocktail piano in a most unique and creative way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your cocktail piano artistry, this is your home base for growth. These cocktail piano tips are designed to meet you where you are—and help you go where you want to be. (A new window will open for some of these items)
🧭 Choose Your Path
🎶 Beginner Lessons
Start with the essentials: If you have a familiarity with the basics of a lead sheet including how to play some chords and how to make your way through a melody, and you are looking to put it all together at a beginner level, explore the 1-2-3 Cocktail Piano series. Start with #1 and progress through them.
🎷 Learn Cocktail Piano With These Additional Tools
Explore reharmonization, stylistic nuance, and performance finesse for seasoned players.
TV Tips offers over 100 video snippets to elevate your playing. Piano embellishments, fills, chord voicings, intros, and so much much. Learn more and get 8 FREE videos now
ProProach shows you how to play piano chords like the biggies. This is literally a pro’s approach to playing piano chords. Learn more and get 5 FREE lessons now
Sneak Peeks is a most effective series of “over the shoulder” video sessions that takes an in-depth look at a variety of ways to handle different musical scenarios. A true gem. Learn more and see excerpts
The Cocktail Piano Confidence Kit is for absolute beginners. Even if you have never played piano before and would like to know what it feels like to sit at that piano or keyboard of yours and start making music instantly, this is your ticket. No experience, no music reading, no theory necessary. Learn more and get your first video session free
📚 Featured Learning Treats
- Cocktail Piano: One Sip At A Time
Two easy left-hand strategies to bring life to your cocktail piano ballads
Learn more - 7 Chord Voicings Every Aspiring Cocktail Pianist Must Know
If you have a handle of some basic 7th chords, this manual is your ticket to getting the most essential chord voicings under your fingertips so that you can present your favorite standards with confidence. Video supplements are included.
- Pro Piano Chord Bytes: Secrets to Creating Chord Voicing Magic
This guide actually takes things deeper than just showing your some great sounding jazz piano voicings. Follow the suggestions and you’ll be creating your own chord voicings. Truly unique.
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💬 Not Sure Where to Start?
Every player is different. If you’re unsure which lesson fits your current level or goals, feel free to reach out. I’ll help you find the perfect starting point.
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