Piano Rhythms Vol.1: Rock´n Roll

Master chords and inversions in the key of C major, using I-IV-V progression and added sixth notes. Practice bass-note inversions with C major and G major references to build confidence.

Learn piano comping in four-beat rock 'n roll rhythms by counting and dividing eight notes, using key and time signatures, and coordinating both hands with the bass note.

Explore comping in 12/8 time by counting four groups of three eighth notes, understanding beat placement, rests, and how to align notes for rhythmically solid piano playing.

Learn the difference between straight and shuffle feels, using triplet subdivisions to swing rock'n'roll, jazz, and comping on bass and sheet music.

Master left-hand comping for rock n roll in 12/8, starting in C major with a 3-2-3-3 pattern. Practice slowly with a metronome and backing tracks, analyze theory for deeper understanding.

Learn to comp with the right hand in a C major inversion with added sixth in 12/8; practice left and right hands separately, relax, and count 1-2-3 before playing together.

Master left-hand comping in rock 'n roll with a relaxed hand shape, swing feel, and triplet rhythm across C major, F major, and G major progressions.

Master comping with both hands in a swing feel, coordinating eighth notes across chords like G major and F at 50 bpm. Practice rhythmic figures and focus on accuracy.

Master left-hand comping in a four-four rock 'n roll groove at 70 bpm, outlining a C major chord with steady fingering (5-2-1 or 5-3-1) and a relaxed swing feel.

Learn comping in rock ’n’ roll using two eighth notes while holding chords, with C major and F major. Practice swing feel and play both hands together with backing tracks.

Pause to assess your progress, share feedback, and keep practicing piano exercises and ear training with consistency, discipline, and patience to master the course content.

Learn the left-hand comping with eight notes in C major, emphasizing roots and the sixth, with a swing feel at 70 bpm, using finger five to one.

Learn comping for both hands in C major, first position, with a 4/4 rhythm and swing at 60 bpm, using counting and clapping to internalize the rhythm.

Master left-hand comping in 12/8 time, focusing on the C major arpeggio, counting 1-2-3, playing each chord twice with relaxed wrists, and gradually increasing speed to a slow rock tempo.

Master the right hand in comping #5 with eight notes and a simple counting pattern. Practice slowly, avoid excessive force, and coordinate with the left hand for safe, confident playing.