Study in MEMORIZATION: 'Lush Life" - how to memorize a complex song. Jazz Ranch Tutorial

(Re-post for new viewers) Tips on memorizing songs using a complex song as a model. "Lush LIfe" by Billy Strayhorn. Considered one of the greatest (and most complex) jazz ballads. Jazz piano tutorial explains concepts for memorization of songs. Breakdown of form, chord progression, harmonic and melodic relationships for this complex song. Go to website for free scores and to view jazz piano book. htttp://www.kenthewitt.com/
Go to this link for full performance of song: • The Greatest Jazz Ball...
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Also go to website to view Appendix to book w/ 140 pages of jazz exercises and drills.

[@tommytimmy8441]

Mr. Hewitt, your generosity through these videos means more than you know. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and keeping the jazz tradition alive. Much love and peace to you.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

It's very nice to know...many thanks!❤️

[@brucejeric6701]

Quite a handful!!! I will try this someday

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Please do!

[@adamglinka1]

My absolutely #1 favorite piece ....Thank you Kent....

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Wonderful song...but not easy to play and memorize. Thanks for the comment.

[@michaelmouawad3575]

Awesome

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks !

[@Zefukey]

Thanks Kent. Some very good tips. This is something I always find difficult, however this has inspired me to keep trying.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Yes...it does take work, persistence , and perseverance. Not around much these days.
But the greats all do it.

[@DrummerJacob]

Amazing. This is one of my all time favorite jazz pieces.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Amazing song, yes!

[@luke125]

I love that tune

[@KentHewittpiano88]

A major classic!

[@humblemai2211]

😅😅😅thanks a lot

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank you too!!