Comping - The Complete Guide

[@josephlavecchia8069]

Great video!! 24:05 Should be Ebo7, right?

[@AimeeNolte]

Oh man! That’s right. Good catch. Thank you.

[@josephlavecchia8069]

@@AimeeNolte No problem. Keep killing it.

[@barnybeatz]

Aimee I love you…………. Currently I had be look for a proper explanation for comping bcos I keep getting in the way of the singer by creating different melodies often times is a problem for them tnk u this is the best video

[@AlexTuble]

Dang, there aren't enough KZbinrs out there claiming to have that complete guide to anything. That's how you know Aimee has true breadth and knowledge on her craft. We're truly blessed to be gifted this for free!

[@AimeeNolte]

To be sure, there probably is never really a complete guide to anything, but this is just about the best I could do. Thanks for your nice comment.

[@Allen2saint]

@@AimeeNolte you are so generous with your knowledge. Your videos are always solid and educational. More than many paid lessons. You swing!

[@WyattLite-n-inn]

@@AimeeNolte Helps to be a freaking brilliant musician and a genius teacher. One in a million

[@Ludada101]

Aimee is the absolute truth

[@mdp303]

‘The bass player won’t get mad at you for stealing their note’…so true😂. Such a good lesson 👌😁.

[@connshawnery6489]

Aimée is a multiple threat since, she’s not only a great player and teacher, but can also sing. Whenever I’d go audition for something, being a vocalist was always my secret weapon.

[@Qwazim0d00]

I wanna say thanks to Aimee Nolte for always giving us great education videos and not spamming my feed with top 10 videos.

[@rocketpost1]

Really excellent lesson Aimee. I loved it and even though I don't play piano, I totally understand what you are saying. I can see the chords, extensions and colour notes that you are playing. The path of least resistance is also applicable to the guitar and finding the best fingering is everything. I think this is one of your best lessons. Thanks.

[@Asa_Morris]

That's Aimee " Look for your fourths ... that's //hip// " Nolte. That's quality.

[@spirosmoutsatsos4590]

What a beauty when in operation a gifted and hard working mind whith the proven simplicity in shearing Thanks and God bless you

[@danieltresa2943]

perfect, many tutorials are about explaining what 9 #11 or b13 are but this is the first time I've heard about how to actually use it in playing real tunes.. thank you so much, more of this kind of videos about voicing and stuff like that

[@jasonbrooks623]

REALLY enjoying your work. I've only watched two so far, but your style is casual and insightful, patient--and, most importantly, practical. One thing I noticed, as a classical player that doesn't quite "get" jazz (yet?), is how jazz has made tri-tones palatable. That just blows my mind.

[@johnhuynh5996]

Most videos I've watched focus on a certain type of voicing and how to put it into action, but this video delved into the theory behind it. I'm definitely going to take time breaking down and experimenting with each chord. This was extremely helpful. Thank you Aimee.

[@countrpoint9072]

Hi Aimee, it was wonderful to see you play this weekend. Thank you :)

[@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n]

the 3 7 9 13 spacing was just what i needed to beef up (or more accurately "weird-out") a bridge of a song ive just been missing that final bit of intrigue from. thanks. so many of these jazz improv vids over the years have helped me with my pop/indie arrangements as a songwriter x x x x

[@pylang3803]

You have unlocked a mystery that has puzzled me since always. The gratitude I have ... wow. Thank you Aimee.

[@simonezanella5953]

This is the video I've been looking for for for years. Comping has always been a mystery to me and sadly my country has not that big expertise as far as jazz is concerned. It is good to find these videos. Also your series 'Accompany Yourself' is something I absolutely recommend. Thanks!!

[@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n]

this channels just so good! also i like the channel "walk that bass" too

[@OctiveKyla]

I’m going to watch the “Accompany Yourself” series. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@simonezanella5953]

@@OctiveKyla it is really helpful. Also accompanying with open and closed voicings is a real treasure 💪

[@edgarsnake2857]

Outstanding lesson. I'm a lifetime pop and rock musician and I've always been interested in jazz comping. While I do understand all the basics, your comment about playing the comp rhythm like the punches from a horn section totally crystallized the comping concept for me. Thanks.

[@InventorZahran]

A lot of early rock 'n' roll songs also feature those same big band-style rhythmic punches, but played by the electric guitar instead of a horn section.

[@jishnupianoprogress783]

You are my favourite youtuber

[@kevinwager9284]

late last night I tuned in for one of your videos, it made me think of this old movie titled A Song is Born starring Danny Kaye zany film about the origins of music. All of the Jazz greats had a part in this film.

[@OctiveKyla]

“Find a Triad (on top).” An entire video on that topic with the path of least resistance, common tones from all these Comon tones. I have never heard that idea mentioned before.

[@steveimprovises]

Hey Aimee! This video (and the one in the accompanying yourself list) completely saved me.. I was asked to fill in at a big band rehearsal and read charts, something I haven't done in 20 years, and just practicing some of these rhythms and listening to all of your advice really prepped me to step up and do something more than I'm used to. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

[@ryankembo4841]

This is so helpful! I play guitar in a big band, and this just opens up my mind to so many possibilities that can up my playing! Thank you immensely, Aimee 🎶

[@maxpower7916]

Man, do I love your channel Aimee! so helpful!

[@cathierayes4226]

Oh, Aimee! What a resource you've given us!! Thank you from the bottom of this composer's heart!! I'm always looking for ways to make my arrangements sing and this is just what I needed!!

[@thatlovejones]

This is gold.

[@ianflurrance8438]

Just the video I was looking for! Thank you so much Aimee! I play a lot with rock groups and and these approaches would actually really help there too. I can’t wait to try them!

[@RK-xp7qn]

great video, thank you! from japan

[@Maurice75]

Thank you Aimee. You are a life-saver...

[@patrickcunningham618]

tyvm Aimee!!!!!!!! a singer has to be conscious, and confident to sing through those hip chords

[@tonywalters66]

You really ARE a brilliant teacher. Thanks x

[@Li-pw2fg]

This is wonderful i love it thank you so much ♥️

[@Macatac68]

Can’t get enough, love the talking hands

[@banaabekwegirl5731]

So helpful. Especially love the suggestion of writing out all the chords. That is my self-assigned task for this week. Daunting/exciting.

[@imsum1now]

So inspiring. Thanks so much. You rock from Bach to Miles to me.

[@TonyThomas10000]

Awesome lesson as usual. Your smooth voice reminds me so much of my cousin who was a radio DJ and a singer!

[@PabloTarantino]

Only on this video you just answered many questions I had about voicings and and comping. You're amazing Aimee! thanks a lot!

[@oselini]

This Is a very important and huge subject! This video is useful to guitar players also! Thx for sharing!!!!

[@martoneill]

This is great - thank you!

[@jojo-fj7lw]

Loved the transition between iii - iiib dim7 - ii. Using dim7 as passing chord❤️ also 3 & 7 are king for left hand! Last one, common tones are important for smooth playing👌

[@TheHBaer]

This is so good!! Thank you, Aimee!!

[@parkerpolen]

Thank you Aimee! This was an incredibly helpful video.

[@dontwasteachance]

Great lessons, on one of my favorite topics (and one that I think doesn't get enough emphasis).

[@CharlesAustin]

All good exquisite stuff.. ‘Always love your singing too !!

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

Thanks Aimee! You have a gift for teaching.

[@g1adresse]

she not only has teaching gift but also playing, singing, proselytizing,,.. she is a shaman of the jazz spirit. Just an opinion of a music lover from Africa.

[@tiablasangoriti8347]

I love your teaching style and personality Aimee. You have made my music theory journey such a pleasure. Be Well. You are Awesome!😍

[@MartinoLega]

thanks aimee!!

[@gdamad1826]

Interesting lesson and great t-shirt!

[@tamara_ogen_music]

a HUGE thanks, Aimee!

[@andredobbs5390]

This is great! Now I need a piano

[@junshimada8800]

I only wish I had the time to practice everything I've learned about theory and harmony from you, ben levin and adam neely since the pandemic started. and also to adapt that to the cello, cause there's not a lot about comping for cello around the web. thank you so much!

[@vinnyno.1]

Such a great video! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@thomasgore2687]

Fantastic as usual

[@НаталияНовокрещенова-к4з]

Thank you very much!!

[@danielche2349]

Amazing lesson!

[@lllewis2506]

Very cool. Learned something new 👏🏾

[@Doumbeck]

I call you the Angel of Jazz

[@AimeeNolte]

I’ll take it! 🙌🏼😍

[@demosongsheetmusic]

Amazing video! Thank you! At 5:56 I got a little confused with the off-beats example, since you were anticipating the chords (playing chords a beat before they "naturally" occur). All clear now! 😊 Writing it here in case someone else starts scratching his head. 😁🎹 EDIT: at 18:44 you say "9 and the 11", but it's the 9 & 13 actually :)) Lots of numbers to say, lots of room for mistakes :D Thanks for the content once more, really good stuff! 😊

[@jozam11]

Awesome video, Aimee. So complete.

[@judahroused1168]

Good teaching made easy to grasp....

[@morrisman64]

Thank you for this helpful video.

[@desmondtutu7916]

Awesome as usual. Thank you!

[@amandacanan8291]

I adore you!!!!!!!

[@bobbystrickland6693]

Aimee.... A: you look so beautiful. B: this is so useful and out of the box (not for you but for me). I just love you!!!!

[@agerray]

Amazing video! Thank you SO much.

[@BMarPiano]

This is great!

[@gijazz1757]

I love your videos. Thanks for sharing these techniques in a very down to earth practical way. There are a lot of theory books around but you nail down the question 'ok, what should I play NOW!' I have a request. I am accompanying a singer and find it kind of more complex than comping behind a soloist. Any advice?

[@AimeeNolte]

Check out my playlists and look at the How To Accompany Yourself one! That ought to do the trick!

[@gijazz1757]

@@AimeeNolte thanks. These videos are definitely helpful but I am looking for advice as to whether play chords only or counter melodies. I have Nina Simone in mind as in I put a spell on you or Tommy Flanagan with Ella. Great sidemen (or women) are leaving space for the singer while being there. How do you find the right balance?

[@AimeeNolte]

Listen to the greats. Sounds like you already are. That’s all we can do, once we learn the fundamentals. Copy and create!

[@TonyThomas10000]

Just in case folks don't know what "comping" is: "the action of playing a musical accompaniment, especially in jazz or blues." (ac-COMP-animent).

[@Asa_Morris]

I always enjoy getting into arguments postulating that it's the action of complementing the other musicians' music. COMP-le-ment

[@TonyThomas10000]

@@Asa_Morris Do a quick Google search...

[@Asa_Morris]

@@TonyThomas10000 Wikipedia appears to favor bipartisanship, for whatever it's worth, "or possibly from the verb, 'to complement." Possibly! Possibly? Bah. Anyway, I'm just being pesky. It's definitely derived from accompaniment lmao

[@stever1514]

Can you comment on how you change your comping from solo to solo so that your chords don't sound stagnant? That's aomething I always struggled with. Thanks for your great videos.

[@simonezanella5953]

Hello, Aimee. If I comp for myself while I sing and play stride piano with my left hand, can I use the same rhythmic patterns (e.g. at 7:00) or are there any different patters that fit stride piano better? And what are the voicings for comping? I remember from your lesson on "Oh Christmas Tree" that 3rds and 7ths are not the best choice for stride piano. Thanks!! 🤗🤗

[@AimeeNolte]

It will depend on what song you are doing. It’s always best to try things out and trust your ears to make decisions when you are unsure. If you’d like to post a little video of yourself giving it a shot with what you think is best and send it to my Instagram, I could give you some feedback.

[@simonezanella5953]

@@AimeeNolte Thanks a lot, Aimee, for your answer and for your time. I will, not immediately because I'm stuck with some work, but as soon as I make the video, I will show you. Thanks again!! 🤗🤗

[@JoshWalshMusic]

Time to break out iRealPro and polish up those 4th voicings again!

[@jermelkin2881]

hey, can you please do an instruction video on glissando (slide)? ive been struggling with these...

[@surprise3940]

@Aimee Nolte Music Can you fix the description? The time stamp isn't :17. It's 0:17

[@AimeeNolte]

Done. Thx

[@georgefirk5531]

An excellent lesson…could you please tell me the name of the fantastic Grand Piano you are playing on,Thank you.

[@AimeeNolte]

It’s a Hallet Davis :) details are on my website under the gear tab.

[@spirosmoutsatsos4590]

Lovely i wish you or i can arrange a lesson if I can afford it Thanks again

[@FranciscoA.22033]

Why not explore Rootless Voicings like your friend Tony Winston does? I love your voice Aimee! Didn't record Spotfy anymore?

[@AimeeNolte]

I have many videos on rootless voicings! And four albums on Spotify! 🙌🏼🙌🏼 Much thanks

[@FranciscoA.22033]

​@@AimeeNolteok! Aimee! Thanks!

[@turbodownwarddog]

This works for guitar too.

[@rloggen]

Great

[@thomasgore2687]

what is best arrangement of notes for the diminished chord when comping is is still b3rd or bb7th on bottom and b5 and root on top? I'm working on comping on Once I Loved and when the first diminished chord comes along, I get hung up

[@AimeeNolte]

Think about where you are going and then make a decision. Also about where you’ve been. You want it to be smooth but with dim chords, any of the four inversions is acceptable

[@foodtop_official]

Do you have any course/book to study comping like this video?

[@AimeeNolte]

Mark Levine’s Jazz Piano book is great

[@matthewgoldberg1461]

Aimee, wonderful lesson. Will take me month (or months) to full absorb. Question: you don’t say anything about pedaling. Do you basically stay off the sustain pedal, because it would blur you rhythmic patterns - particularly the staccato “stabs”?

[@AimeeNolte]

I don’t ever think about using the pedal when I’m comping, unless things get very loud and sustained. Usually I keep my feet away from that pedal. Thx Matt!

[@marfaxa]

Can this translate to guitar (obv. it can) and how can guitarists interpret this video efficiently?

[@speksken]

Great insight! What is the piano brand?

[@AimeeNolte]

Halley Davis

[@brent3542]

Aimee 😄👉👈

[@alvincalumba6242]

How can i download the complete guide,pls. Reply

[@AimeeNolte]

I’m so happy to let you know that now all of the worksheets from my videos are available on my website. You can find the one you need right there. Thanks so much for writing! www.aimeenolte.com/pdfs-worksheets-charts

[@rickyguitarman3839]

i always wondered... can a Jazz musician read music as fast as a Classical musician? Considering that a Classical musician read music like "we" read the news paper. Any comment?

[@cathierayes4226]

Jazz quite often runs pretty fast, Ricky. I'm classically trained and couldn't always keep up when i was sight-reading--had to really up my game.

[@rickyguitarman3839]

@@cathierayes4226 my wi

[@TinoCarugati]

Clap clap clap

[@thenix0389]

2 maestri in un solo video? 🎵🎶 Grandissimo Tino!

[@TinoCarugati]

@@thenix0389 Grazie, caro, troppo buono

[@falsenotefest]

What is this accent

[@OmariLiveHD]

First :)

[@Blue-qr7qe]

I may be a million miles off the mark, here, but i think this has real application to Stevie Ray Vaughan's blues as he is covering both soloist lead and rhythm guitar in his trio. I would love to hear your reaction/analysis of what you're seeing/hearing in his Texas Flood: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXSYeWyGaatoi80 Thanks, Aimee -

[@patrickcunningham618]

looping.....

[@FranciscoA.22033]

Hello Aimee, You're great, The problem is you talk so fast. If you speak more slowly it would be very good. But congratulations to you. I love jazz here in Brazil.

[@AimeeNolte]

You can slow the speed! Click the three dots! Should do the trick! 🙌🏼

[@signetulupan]

No voice like Aimees