I found another method of developing hand independence, but for some reason I have not seen anyone use it: not on an acoustic but on a digital piano, using a split. This is very convenient, because you can not only neutralize the sound of each hand separately, without stopping the other, but you can also change the volume balance between the hands. Those who cannot improvise with both hands at the same time and try at once - immediately slow down, and nothing can be done about the hearing; therefore, you need to do it in stages: first each hand separately, then both, but when only one hand is heard, then gradually increase the volume of one hand, playing the other. And of course, use the internal metronome of the instrument. In addition, I found that each hand separately improvises with a slightly different phrasing; which may be due to the fact that each hand is controlled by a different hemisphere of the brain.
Really enjoyed this one. Brings to mind some of JoAnne Brackeen's explorations, such as "Haiti B," "Egyptian Dune Dance" or "Hobbits." Another really great ostinato to work with is Chick's "Sea Journey," as it is written in the Real Book (which is actually as performed by Gary Burton et al). Really challenging stuff - but as always, presented by you in a step by step approach which presents a pathway to the eventual goal of being able to play it. You are in inspiration.
Thank you, tutempo! P.S. I just put out my first book translated into Spanish as "Tocando Solo Jazz Piano." You and your students in Bogota might enjoy it!
Very useful! Now I can follow along with your great book and be able to listen to the results, your video examples are even better on video than the usual cd found on other books
Thanks for checking out he book, Brendan! I hope you like it! Stay tuned to the channel - eventually, I’m going to get around to doing a video for every chapter of the book (although it might take me a little while to get there).
@@JeremySiskind I'm a member at PWJ, but found your book before your session with Jonny. I'm an eager, but late start, learner. I have extensive experience on other instruments (e.g., brass), but have not seriously pursued Jazz piano until now. My hand-coordination inhibits -- no shock -- what I can presently accomplish. So, I appreciate the exercises and advice!
Now this is just showing off! Only kidding, I'll have to do this in due course, as I can currently do any 1.5 of the skills together from Fundamentals, but not all of them...! Great to be able to split down skills like this in order to improve.
Jeremy your channel is THE MOST educative and useful on TH-cam for jazz piano in my opinion! Thank you so much for helping us! I was wondering if you plan on doing any videos talking about ear training excercises??
Great video. Your energy really make me want to play the piano. Could you explain what scales and tricks did you use at 5:40 please? (C7 and Db7 chords right?) Many thanks.
Hmm, not exactly sure what to say. I think I'm basically using a C phrygian scale there, but as I think I said in the video, I'm just trying to move in contrary motion - when one hand moves upwards the other moves downwards and vice versa.
Jesus… I wish I had found your channel a while ago. Extremely helpful. Thank you Sir!
I’m honored! Thanks and happy practicing!
I found another method of developing hand independence, but for some reason I have not seen anyone use it: not on an acoustic but on a digital piano, using a split. This is very convenient, because you can not only neutralize the sound of each hand separately, without stopping the other, but you can also change the volume balance between the hands. Those who cannot improvise with both hands at the same time and try at once - immediately slow down, and nothing can be done about the hearing; therefore, you need to do it in stages: first each hand separately, then both, but when only one hand is heard, then gradually increase the volume of one hand, playing the other. And of course, use the internal metronome of the instrument.
In addition, I found that each hand separately improvises with a slightly different phrasing; which may be due to the fact that each hand is controlled by a different hemisphere of the brain.
This fantastic. Thank you!
This lesson is simply brilliant. It beats playing 'Mary had a little lamb' in both hands. Mind you, i might now try 'Mary had triplets'.
Awesome, I'm glad you liked it, Peter!
Really enjoyed this one. Brings to mind some of JoAnne Brackeen's explorations, such as "Haiti B," "Egyptian Dune Dance" or "Hobbits." Another really great ostinato to work with is Chick's "Sea Journey," as it is written in the Real Book (which is actually as performed by Gary Burton et al). Really challenging stuff - but as always, presented by you in a step by step approach which presents a pathway to the eventual goal of being able to play it. You are in inspiration.
Awesome! Yes - for me, it's always about finding the places where the hands along first and then everything can fall out from there.
Great exercises, great content! Thank you!!!!
Thank you, tutempo! P.S. I just put out my first book translated into Spanish as "Tocando Solo Jazz Piano." You and your students in Bogota might enjoy it!
jeremysiskind.com/product/tocando-solo-jazz-piano/
Very useful! Now I can follow along with your great book and be able to listen to the results, your video examples are even better on video than the usual cd found on other books
Cool! I'm going to keep doing things from the book. Eventually, I'd like to have a video for each chapter...but one step at a time.
Wow, just brilliant Jeremy! Can’t wait to try this out. Thank you.
Nice - enjoy, Ron!
That's great to show how to practice in your book as a VDO
Thanks so much Jeremy. I'll become a your pupil.
Awesome! Glad you like it - I'll keep doing videos like this.
I own your book. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for checking out he book, Brendan! I hope you like it! Stay tuned to the channel - eventually, I’m going to get around to doing a video for every chapter of the book (although it might take me a little while to get there).
@@JeremySiskind I'm a member at PWJ, but found your book before your session with Jonny. I'm an eager, but late start, learner. I have extensive experience on other instruments (e.g., brass), but have not seriously pursued Jazz piano until now. My hand-coordination inhibits -- no shock -- what I can presently accomplish. So, I appreciate the exercises and advice!
Now this is just showing off! Only kidding, I'll have to do this in due course, as I can currently do any 1.5 of the skills together from Fundamentals, but not all of them...! Great to be able to split down skills like this in order to improve.
Nice! Yes - divide and conquer!
another awesome video Sir.. what more can i say?
I'm glad you like it, EJ! I'm gonna keep the coming. Hopefully you'll keep enjoying the videos.
wow!! brilliant idea and sound!! splitting brain. Need to do this :))
Btw, when you do this, did your brain see the notation or focus on the sound?
Yay! Enjoy!
No, I'm not thinking about notation, just rhythmically.
Jeremy your channel is THE MOST educative and useful on TH-cam for jazz piano in my opinion! Thank you so much for helping us! I was wondering if you plan on doing any videos talking about ear training excercises??
Great idea - I’ll add it to my list and maybe churn something out today.
Jesus molina always does the most extreme versions of this practice method I swear lol
Jesus is a beast! That's cool we're on the same track. ;)
Great video, Jeremy; thanks! Although when you began playing the first ostinato, I kept waiting for Linda Ronstadt to come in singing Blue Bayou.
I recently found your page and I’m thankful for the advice that you’re putting out!
Jeffrey! That warms my heart. Thanks so much. Tell your friends! :)
Great video. Your energy really make me want to play the piano. Could you explain what scales and tricks did you use at 5:40 please? (C7 and Db7 chords right?)
Many thanks.
Hmm, not exactly sure what to say. I think I'm basically using a C phrygian scale there, but as I think I said in the video, I'm just trying to move in contrary motion - when one hand moves upwards the other moves downwards and vice versa.
Thanks for your generous time and instruction, Jeremy. That was amazing!
I'm glad you're digging it, Brian! Thanks for spending your time with me!
Loved your Caravan. Nicely played. That’s the goal…some day.
Thank you, this is very helpful.
Yay! I’m so glad, John! Best of luck with your hand coordination!
Love the Caravan part !!!