15 Stylistic Elements for the Advanced Jazz Pianist - Master Class with Dave Frank

[@derianlee2849]

Timestamps: 6:40 - Chorale (w. improv at 8:13) 8:55 - Oompah (w. improv at 10:09) 10:52 - Comping in the Cracks (w. improv at 11:06) 12:36 - Doorknob (w. improv at 14:06) 15:29 - Four to the Bar (w. improv at 17:57) 19:09 - Left Hand Blow (w. improv at 19:45) 21:29 - Octave Blow (w. improv at 21:47) 24:30 - Contrapuntal Playing (w. improv at 24:44) 25:35 - LH Comping Rhythms (w. improv at 26:10) 26:47 - Double Arpeggios (w. improv at 27:08) 28:19 - Faux Stride (w. improv at 29:19) 30:09 - Rodeo (w. improv at 30:50) 31:53 - Slurs (w. improv at 32:20) 33:55 - Trading Fours in the Hands (w. improv at 34:03) 34:45 - Unison Rhythm (w. improv at 34:56)

[@DaveFrank]

Thank you very much for this)

[@RanBlakePiano]

Miss lee good break down

[@RanBlakePiano]

Derian Lee Fantastic

[@jazzclass8204]

Thank you!!!

[@marcusguyton9747]

Sometimes, I like to steal a look at the advanced Jazz stuff, even though I don't know what is going on through 85% of the video. It discourages beginners sometimes when they look at advanced jazz techniques, but not me. I picture myself in about about 5 years being half as good as Dave! I don't care if i'm only 19; i'll never give up on piano. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Dave!

[@DaveFrank]

+o Zealous Feet o that'll cost you $2 Feet!

[@marcusguyton9747]

Dave Frank Oh um, did I say "steal" I meant listen! Mr. Frank, I never gravitated toward any genre of music until I was a sophomore in high school, that would be jazz. I've only been playing for 3 1/2 years now. Although, I push myself to never give up on my instrument; I find it difficult sometimes to stay motivated. It is quite a confusing process for me. There are so many things to learn. I started out with learning how to play in proper time, and playing all of the standard chords in each key like: CM, Cm, Caug, C6, Cm6, etc. I always ask myself, "What's next to learn?" Do you have any tips?

[@DaveFrank]

yes. you need a teacher.

[@marcusguyton9747]

Duly noted!

[@DaveFrank]

:)

[@DaveFrank]

I'm sorry to tell you that there is a master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com that has 27 of these types of videos for your free enjoyment) Blessings and keep swingin from NYC!

[@BAwesomeDesign]

Apology accepted! Question: Are you one of those guys they call "cats"? You know, like a hep cat, or something? I've always wanted to meet one of those so I could say, 'That guy is a cool cat.'" Love the tongue in cheek, cheery attitude. It fits the mood of your music. Been really liking the vids. Thank you.

[@DaveFrank]

all jazz guys can correctly be called "cats")

[@BAwesomeDesign]

Dave Frank Haha! Good to know!

[@JeffreySaxophoneTallNewton]

Dave Frank I'm allergic to cats, but not to Jazz musicians, fortunately!

[@Herehear49]

Wearing the well deserved hat of the master musician! A treasure trove of generosity. Thanks Dave.

[@DaveFrank]

That will be $2 Pat) Please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com for 50 in-depth master classes, all free)

[@mackgrout]

Dave, I am playing professionally, right now I am in Hong Kong and I must say that when I play every evening I look for video's online on how to continue adding ideas to my repertoire so I do not go insane. Your video's are great and hilarious. Nothing is as memorable as a great tune, and forgettable as the guy who wrote it... hahah!

[@Wildtch]

Hello Dave, I've been fooling around at the piano for many years, and haven't had a prolonged session with a teacher, and maybe part of my stagnation is due to laziness, or lack of confidence, but watching your wonderful video will make me sit up a little straighter, and maybe even practice more. Thank you so much.

[@DaveFrank]

Good question, tx) Piano is difficult in that every key is a different planet. The ability to improvise in any given key is mostly a matter of familiarity with that key. I don't improvise as well in keys I usually don't play in, that would require focusing on improvising on that key for awhile, which could be done..but as I play solo, there's no rush)

[@franksalerno9516]

I love Dave's sense of humor and teaching style. It resonates with me.

[@DaveFrank]

Hi Frank, just finishes a Tatum class that you may enjoy, thanks for writing)

[@emilianopetronilli]

I rarely see a great player and a great teacher rolled in one. Thank you very much, not just for today, but for all the years of work that led to this

[@DaveFrank]

thanks EP, you may enjoy a visit to my master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com, 24 classes free) Keep swingin man!

[@kevinjulien]

Fantastic Dave. People will get so much from this. Jazz has never got the appreciation it deserves as one of the greatest genres of music (many argue it is the greatest) and is often misunderstood. But you're breaking it down and once people get into it, they will stay with it for life. Improvisers never retire!

[@Jackrabbit710]

Thank you so much for this lesson and your time in creating it. Amazing teacher/player

[@paul-arsene1766]

You look like you and the piano are making just one person, the piano seems like a part of your body. Thankyou to share your great knowledge. Paul from France

[@DaveFrank]

+Houet Paul-arsène Hi Paul, thanks for writing, please enjoy a visit to www.davefrankjazz.com, there are 30 classes, all free for thee)

[@RanBlakePiano]

Agree

[@violinoscar]

I have searched and searched or good info on LH jazz piano. This video is priceless and replaces about 30 jazz piano books

[@ChangingKeys]

Pure genius! Thank you for making this video. Immensely helpful and clearly presented. I have seen nothing better on KZbin.

[@DaveFrank]

Thanks, commenters). FYI, ATM there are 18 in-depth classes on YT + Ustream under my name including Bill Evans, Dave McKenna, Charles Ives, walking bassline clinic, playing outside the changes, Frank Zappa, Charlie Parker, Eric Dolphy, the Marx Bros, Bruce Hornsby, Grateful Dead, Lennie Tristano, Dick Hyman, Eric Dolphy, Oscar Peterson, Liberace, etc.. All free, no commercials:) Blessings and keep swingin! Dave Frank

[@MichaelBB]

1. Chorale, 4 notes up from bottom, sust w/ fingers. 2. oom-pah- 1 note lo, on 1, 2/3 high on 2, rep, for 3 and 4. 3. In the cracks - LH cords in space where line stops, indirect. 4. Doorknob - 2/3 notes LH hi, then 1 note low, indirect, 2+2 or 1+3, 3+1. 5. 4 to the bar- like rhy. gtr, add Garner bass-grace note!. 6. L.H. improv line, RH chords. 7. Line in octaves. 8, Line on dble-octaves, use tone from feet. 9. Counterpoint - really an embellished bassline, with RH improv w/spc for LH to move.

[@davisbindejazz]

Concept of imagining strength coming from legs and feet while playing the piano! That's brilliant! I guess that's how one gets grounded to mother Earth and gets strength! Thank u very Frank! I really appreciate knowledge you share!

[@ChromaticApparatus]

I'm not a pianist (actually a cellist), but I love listening to piano jazz--this video was really entertaining! It helped me gain a greater appreciation for what you talented pianists can do--watching all the little components that mix together to make such a versatile sound! Thank you for sharing this, Dave!

[@bwmertz]

Your right hand work is mind-boggling, and the way you integrate the elements between the two hands is absolute poetry. Thanks so much for posting these online for us ley people to study.

[@bgoodwinster]

man that was so good. breaking down all of those stylistic approaches really gets you thinking.

[@iankjenkins]

honestly one of the best video lesson i've ever seen.

[@WilliamSlaght]

I've been trying contrapuntal playing with two voices on the right, and for the moment one in the left, listen to New Orleans Bands' counterpoint helps get ideas. As well as Bach too obviously will help with that.

[@the_neutral_container]

I'm nowhere *near* the stuff you're teaching in the advanced classes but they're too inspiring not to watch. I watched the walking bass clinic the other day and had a quantum leap that same night - like sometimes all it takes is a teacher pointing out just the right couple of things at the right time. Thanks for putting these up! Marco Germany

[@Starritt_Piano]

It's lovely that the left hand blow was explained in a concise way, the fact that playing with the left hand via the fingers and wrists exist in classical playing, we usually keep the fingers in contact in fast passages and use rotation when needed. Jazz piano physically seems more muscular ... :)

[@DaveFrank]

classical studies go much more in depth into this type of thing, thanks for writing) Feel free to enjoy the master class archive at www.davefrankajzz.com..

Wonderful video, awesome player! Thanks for posting

[@jonc4856]

This might be useful for those wanting to study specific techniques demonstrated in the video. 6:41 "Chorale" - Playing one note of the chord on every beat 8:58 "Oompah" - Bottom note followed by 3 notes 10:53 "Comping in the cracks" - LH Rootless voicing in solo breaks, like off-beat "chops" 12:36 "Doorknob" - opposite of the Oompah, the rootless voicing is played before the bottom note 15:30 "Four to the bar" - LH chord on every beat of 4/4 19:15 "LH blow" - improv in left hand, using elbow strength, comping with right hand 21:42 "Octave blows" - improvising same melody in both hands, 1-2 octaves apart, think as if you are playing from the legs 24:31 "Contrapuntal Playing" - "i don't know how it's done" - Dave Frank 25:37 "LH Comping Rhythms" - comping rhythmn played on or off-beat 26:49 "Double Arpeggios" - play everything in an arpeggiated style, a 10th (3rd) apart. 28:20 "Faux Stride" - Stride, but using two levels. Not regular stride rhythm 30:10 "Rodeo" - 31:57 "Slur" - Creates a gritty sound, done by sliding up from a half-step below. It sounds great when comping. 33:56 "Trading fours in the hands" - Trading melodies between the LH and RH, similar to call-and-response. 34:47 "Unison Sound" - While improvising, strike chords with the same rhythm as your melody 36:00 - Putting it all together

[@DaveFrank]

Thank you for this) Please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com for 47 in-depth classes, all free)

[@jonc4856]

@@DaveFrank I'll be sure to watch every single one of your videos. I also sent you an email regarding Skype lessons. Thanks so much!

[@Modes9]

Thanks for all the different comping textures!

[@louggy2000]

Dave - you make it very easy to learn the different very difficult Technics in Jazz. I will definitely buy your CD\DVD lessons!

[@PaulH1748]

You are the greatest. Thanks for your generosity. There will never be another Dave Frank. (There's going to be a hell of a lot of better players, thanks to you)

[@DaveFrank]

I guess it's time for you o send me all of your money HAHAHAHA..please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at davefrankjazz.com for 53 in-depth master classes, all free for thee) thanks for writing

[@sebastiantorrisi80]

Thank you so much Dave Frank, your video Is very intersting and useful! I play the keyboard Jazz and Blues with my master for 2 years, and my Dreams Is to became a very good jazzer, I' m gonna go to the Blue Note, in Milan, Italy, where there are musicians with the bass, the Guitar, the drum!.. Improvising gives me Joy and happiness, and let me be free! It' my Life! 🎹😊🎵💙

[@DaveFrank]

Thank you for writing) Please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at davefrankjazz.com for 55 in-depth classes, all free for you)

[@josephaugustini5098]

While I'm not yet at this level of playing I found this video very inspiring. My dad always taught me "What one man can do another can do... be not afraid!" I look forward to achieving this level of performance. Now to quick rambling and to start practicing for the day! :) Cheers Mister Dave Frank!

[@DaveFrank]

thanks for writing Joseph, if I may help you feel free to write to me at [e-mail]

[@josephaugustini5098]

Thanks! I'm learning my first jazz piece as we speak. "Autumn Leaves"

[@DaveFrank]

that's a good one)

[@KarineLeBaron]

Playing with so much passion.

[@wadecottingham]

I've enjoyed several of the 'Artist' masterclasses, and sort of plan to enjoy them more...someday... but this one I find IMMEDIATELY very useful, helpful, inspirational, friendly, and wonderful. I always LOVE hearing multiple-style-variants on one tune like this !!!! Going deep into all the choices for that one tune....Thanks so much !!!!

[@DizzyVictrola]

Really great. I have been thinking for a long time (and hearing) that there are these different "ways" of using the hands. But this is the first time in any forum that I've seen someone make an inventory of examples like this. Thanks! And more please!

[@IrekMierzejek]

Thank you Dave, for sharing. You are a great man. Truly.

[@JacobGibbs]

"This is called contrapuntal playing, and I don't know how it's done" Haha I want to be friends with this man

[@DaveFrank]

you already are)

[@ddembicki]

Wow Dave, this is some of the best tutorial on KZbin. Thanks!

[@Kolef88]

Thanks for the master class, Mr. Frank!

[@zul0ck]

Thanks again as always!! I heard a lot of Red Garland in the double arpeggio bit, specifically the Bye Bye Blackbird intro he does on Miles' Round About Midnight. Time to hit the shed!!

[@MuzoSTEIN]

Fantastic - especially @ 24.38: The Contrapuntal stuff!! Thank You.

[@larseriksson1184]

Excelent way of teaching with with examples on a song and the same song. I will buy your books and maybe aplly for lessons

[@DaveFrank]

I'll be happy to meet you for a free skype lesson sometime, thanks for writing)

[@antigravityagent]

Dave, I'm elated that your still active on these posts. I just found your videos for the first time a couple days ago and i think this particular video has released my from the confines of all the rules that i've been seeing everywhere else. the flow is great once it starts appearing in my playing. THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!

[@MrGranddad75]

Hi Dave. Picked an old yamaha keys from a car boot two plus years ago, after not playing for 60 wasted years. thanks for the concepts you have given all I have to do is practice and practice, what you have shown most things are possible. With arthritis in hands I recommend play piano jazz gets things moving. I play alot of wrong notes that why I call me bumnotejazz. jazz is now my world so thanks for your assistance . god bless . Trevor bumnotejazz.

[@EtienneJCharles]

I just watched the first 2 stylistic elements, and Dave, you're totally killing it, incredible course, and so much to learn... man. Thanks Dave!

[@ZeAlfredo]

best piano instruction vids on youtube

[@gnuPirate]

Unbelievably awesome video! Thanks Dave! Mr. Frank!

[@davebecherer8420]

i don't see how ANYONE could do a thumbs down for any of dave frank's videos. They've been more helpful to me than any other resource on the internet. he's a gifted teacher and a fantastic player. i just wish i could get my eighth notes to bounce like his.

[@DaveFrank]

Thank you for writing, Dave) If you would like a free skype lesson sometime that would be fun for me.

[@davebecherer8420]

Absolutely! i did group lessons with you for a few Saturdays a couple of years back but had a newborn and couldn't continue with the time slot - dunno if you remember. would love to touch base and possibly do some more. should i email you

[@DaveFrank]

yes to [e-mail]

[@cecchinigiulio]

Dave, you're gonna become a Jazz Legend.

[@JJBerthume]

Brilliant videos! It's such a rare gift to be such a wonderful player as well as teacher. Very clear, relaxed, and your love for the music is infectious. Besides the fact that you obviously know your stuff really well.

[@DaveFrank]

Thanks for writing JJ, please feel free to visit www.davefrankjazz.com master class archive, there are 27 vids like these, all phree with no commercials:)

[@JJBerthume]

Holy moly! I totally will - and I'll be recommending it to my fellow cats! Thank you so much for all the work you put into these without financial gain! Inspiring.

[@DaveFrank]

JJay Berthume Anything I can do to help you let me know)

[@JJBerthume]

You know what would be amazing? I would LOVE to get your feedback on my jazz playing for this arrangement. I wrote and performed everything myself, mostly improvised, with my friend Brett Ensley on the drums. I've never taken formal jazz lessons, so I'd love to hear your thoughts on how I can improve both my playing and the composition of it. (Harmony and such) soundcloud.com/jjayberthume/hark-the-herald-angels-swing-feat-jjay-berthume-brett-ensley

[@iankjenkins]

I watched your beginning improv video and already understand all of that material. Could you make an advanced improvisation lesson? I'd love to learn how to improvise as melodically and lyrically as you've demonstrated in this video.

[@themfu]

Really beautiful improvisation. Amazing thanks for putting this up.

[@alanperlman984]

Great class -- enormous amount of information. Some of them I already do (Garner LH, faux stride, improv in the crax). Others -- arpeggiating in 10ths (seems like you're using block chords too) and contrapuntal...will take YEARS, if ever. Very inspirational. Thanks!

[@bennygblues]

This is really really great. Learnt so much and actually learnt a lot just from visually analysing your improvs. Very useful camera angle. Thanks so much for this. All the best, Ben, London UK.

[@doob10163]

Dave... you blow me away every time.

[@-jobrocodwawz-6226]

Thanks! This will help a lot with my recent position as pianist in a big band due to the fact I was taught classically for many many years and am finding it hard to adjust from the constant perfection that enforced to the free and encouraging feel and style of jazz piano. Thank you again!

[@DaveFrank]

thanks for writing, please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com for 42 in-depth master classes, all free)

[@NicolasEjzenberg]

Wow, the counterpoint is really impressive!

[@Mrphilharmonic]

Dave - thank you SO much. This video is worth a fortune!! A REAL lecture for advanced players that would cost a fortune in term time at Berklee or Julliard! This is so generous of you - not to mention your eloquent presentation and superb pianistic skills. Now, if ONLY I could afford to study with you personally!! (sigh!)

[@DaveFrank]

Well, FYI, you can) I am starting group online lessons that will be inexpensive)

[@ALTERED13TH]

You are a musical, pedagogical power house. Thank you for such masterful, thoughtful classes!!!

[@IVANLEEespinosa]

God bless you for sharing this Mr Dave!

[@Beastie_TV]

This, and I mean this is golden. I am an aspiring pianist and a lover of modern jazz, especially Bill Evans. This has open the gates for me to explore. The doorknob style is awesome. Thanks Frank, big thumbs up. More ?s later

[@MichaelBB]

10. Fixed LH rhythm for chords. Charleston or var. 11. Double-arpeggio in 10ths - WOW this is excellent! Best part. 12. Faux stride - 2-level LH, bass notes and chords up higher, but not a reg pattern. 13. Rodeo - Octaves and fifths, in 1/4 notes direct rhythm. 14. Slur-chromatic grace notes to selected melodic, bass or chordtones. 15. Trade 4's between hands. How'd I do for a summary? thanx dave frank! MBB

[@petegreenwood2793]

Absolutely loved this...what a wonderful piano player Dave is !

[@DaveFrank]

got it. I was referring to the technical side of playing the piano, playing in each key feels totally different on the piano, requires different fingerings and shapes, etc..

[@BobMazzo]

I'm enjoying your class. Thank you Mr. Frank.

[@weile91]

Thanks, Dave. I've found something new to practice on.

[@musamor75]

The name of this song is pretty pertinent. Could easily applied to your good self. I'm enjoying your videos tremendously. I'm glad you managed this one without Jack's presence.

[@Cantbuyathrill]

Well-deserved props at 23:30 to the great Russian-German classical pianist Sviatoslav-Richter.

[@carloscabezas9969]

Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talent and musical knowledge.

[@johanessusetya555]

good work Dave! love all the master classes... and thanks for making them free! God Bless You !!

[@CRV1958]

One the last section of the video where you play out it reminds me alot of Dave McKenna;s style. Very enjoyable and instructional. Thanks for the time and the help.

[@alz4002]

Absolutely stunning workout

[@DaveFrank]

hi thank you for writing, Happy TG)

[@DaveFrank]

Thanks for writing Marco. Skype has revolutionized the whole field of jazz and jazz teaching, it works fantastic and is easy as anything. In response to your question, my skype lessons are are currently $70 US for 45 minutes, and can be taken either weekly or bi-weekly on a regular schedule. The first one is free with no obligation if you're interested. blessings and keep swingin from NYC

[@liamannesley]

Amazing stuff Dave!! We can't thank you enough for posting these videos!

[@StefanoCapassoMusic]

You are fantastic Dave! Thank you

[@DaveFrank]

please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com for 44 in depth master classes, all free) Thanks for writing

[@naldinhosilva4162]

very good!! learned a lot from his classes!

[@juliealbrightmoon]

Thank you so much for this class Dave, I will be studying this thoroughly. Thank you!

[@GermanoAntonini]

Lesson really interesting. Thank you for your generosity. Good swing ...

[@ejo3571]

You are amazing Big D, thank you for your generosity with your time and knowledge. Hope to catch your gig this month in NYC. Round em up lol

[@DaveFrank]

May 15th Thurs night at Somethin Jazz club, 212 E 52nd St. near 3rd ave, 3rd floor

[@ejo3571]

Great...thanks

[@RSTAR2009]

Thank you Dave you are a great jazz pianist!

[@Lot2learn]

This is fantastic Dave! You present the concepts with great clarity and your playing is amazing. There is a lot2learn here and you can be sure I will be studying this video carefully. ;-) Great post!

[@scottwitter]

Love hearing you play. I try playing along when i can. Love the yamaha sound, nice n tight!

[@soundneil]

Fantastic, thank you for sharing

[@DaveFrank]

thanks for writing, the first lesson is on me) Blessings and keep swingin from NYC

[@giovannipetrucciani9346]

There's adout ten years work.... Precious advices. Thank You so much!

[@APFELSTRUDELL]

i adore this video !!! and particulary your "errol garner style with the left hand standing 4 to the bar.your left hand is a little bit "lazy" and that's give a very special groove to your play.Trading 4 in the hand is very groovy too and i m going to put all our ideas in my play.Thank you Dave !

[@DaveFrank]

+xavier leroy Have alot of fun!! You may enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com:) 32 classes all free for you..

[@Yadeehoo]

Thank you so much. I got a lot of inspiration form this video, I'm actually starting enjoying myself while improv

[@doodyaviv]

one of the best lessons in youtube or in real life i ever resive! thank you so much

[@DaveFrank]

Thank you for writing) Please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com, there are 35 more all free for you, blessings from NYC!

[@justTrinidad]

You are awesome Dave, thank you so very much.

[@PatMarro]

Thank you Dave.

[@TroubleinZION]

There will never be another you. I wish I had a teacher like this guy. I'd be miles further along.

[@DaveFrank]

+TroubleinZION Well I and many other teachers teach worldwide 7 days/week on skype. Just sayin)

[@TroubleinZION]

Point taken Dave. :)

[@ZmoodFingaz]

Thanks Maestro! great video, thumbs up! greets from the Netherlands.

[@Jorgeoswaldomartinez]

Thanks Dave. Good clinic! See you in New York in any moment... Greetings from Montreal

[@DaveFrank]

hi Jorge, greetings from the Apple)

[@martialway100]

Thank you very much for uploading these videos, Dave. You are a phenomenal jazz pianist and have given me lots of ideas to work on in my playing. Every time I listen to the great jazz pianists e.g. Keith Jarrett, etc., one can hear the history of jazz in their playing. I can hear the same thing when you play. Could you please do a video on right hand jazz soloing lines? Maybe a mix of different styles including minor pentatonic, major/minor modal, Bill Evans style soloing, etc. Kind regards,

[@kennerkeyz]

man, this was great. thank you! you seem like a very nice person and you play some beautiful lines!

[@maureenrebello5373]

This was an amazing lesson a real good eye opener to various forms of left hand playing very very educative

[@DaveFrank]

thanks for writing Maureen, please enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com for 50 in-depth master classes, all free for thee)

[@phanjazm]

Excellent instructional videos. Learning alot.

[@DaveFrank]

Enjoy a visit to the master class archive at www.davefrankjazz.com)

[@groovetheory2010]

really good pianist, fantastic

[@tomjacques9948]

Thanks so much for sharing! Merci beaucoup pour le partage!

[@zu0832]

thanks for this great lesson!

[@mikedavino2400]

That was an outrageous music lesson. I hung and bared with you the whole way. Subscribed. Also subscribed to your website.