"Georgia" (On My Mind), Blues- Style Standard, Tutorial

[@dougswindowonnature9438]

Thanks for this tune. I’ve heard it played and sung many times. It’s so adaptable to many different genres but this Blues is so true.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for telling me!

[@TheHighlander71]

I was introduced to the blues scale by a stranger in a music shop. I was looking at guitars and this guy played some chords and he told me what to do and we were jamming a little blues. This song has long been one of my favourites.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for telling me...and swing loose!

[@tombonele]

nice to find music tutorials beyond the preschool level

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the comment and support!

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[@elunico13]

Mr. Hewitt, I really like your feel on this tune. Thank you for the instruction as well. It's rare to find someone who can play AND teach as those are two separate skills. Keep posting great videos! Anthony

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+ClarkRobbinsVanTilBahnsen ClarkVanTil Hi Clark, Thanks so much, that's a great compliment! Yes, you are exactly right, we who play and teach are rare birds. But I am so happy that you take the effort to confirm me, because that is very helpful to me. I was a banker to start my career, like my father, and then I switched to music. I'm glad I did, so I am very supportive of all you want to do in your life. Please write: [e-mail]

[@humanactivated1017]

Beautiful beyond words .

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for listening.

[@truePitch1]

Always an open attitude and informative... But more than anything Mr. Hewitt is the 'Real Deal'.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Super comment...many thanks!

[@TheLazyClips]

You are a legend. Because of you i learned so many things and became even more curious. Ill be going to your website now.

[@lindamcdermott2205]

Kent our handsmatch! Stretchy it is like watching mine !!!🌞fantastic video...my style too!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I will check it out

[@hyperbolemasterkerry1307]

It's been a long time coming. You created the video in 2015 and I just landed upon it in 2018. I'm so glad I did find it and I'm going to have to now read the description of what you meant by the blues scale, commit it to memory and start rocking out with it. Thank you so much for delivering such a wonderful video.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I appreciate the affirmation....and I'm glad a 3 year old video is still useful!

[@guitarslinger3914]

Well Kent that made me smile 😃 Exactly what I wanted to hear, a bluesy version of Georgia. Inspirational. Many thanks and regards from England 🇬🇧👍

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@cjpearceyt]

You're the boss! Love these videos and your daft intros :) Keep up the great work. I played classical all my life and now at age 50 only just learning to chuck away the music and play jazz - thanks for being a great inspiration :)

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the comment and compliment…that keeps me going!

[@Batvolt]

Your videos are so amazing and to the point of the matter. Very clear and exceptionally paced. Can't get enough. More!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for that great comment...very motivating to me!

[@henrybodkin8816]

you rock!! Thank you for your creativity and great generosity! What a gem.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Henry...Great comment and compliment....thanks and keep watching!

[@jimmartin5064]

Touch of Gospel...nice touch... Thanks...Doc

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Cool...man!

[@crmusicproduction]

very nice , good to see and hear it how it should be unlike some I have heard!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Great comment...thanks!

[@gideonajayi4629]

Beautiful... hope you come do for a tour someday in Nigeria so I get to enjoy you play live

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks! That would be nice I'm sure....but only the famous people get to go there.

[@saltyduck9435]

wow....your fingers are as accurate as a Swiss watch Kent...your timing and phrasing is perfection!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks, your comment is greatly appreciated!

[@nealsandy9441]

Beautifully explained and a gorgeous arrangement. Can't wait to try on the blues scale for this and other tunes.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm glad I could help out. Thanks for the comment, please subscribe!

[@danielburriss7827]

Good stuff! I’m an intermediate/advanced pianist getting back into the swing of things and jazz is weak point I’ve been working on tackling. Needless to say, your videos have helped immensely and given me an incentive to keep practicing and working at it. Thank you sir!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm glad to help out...thanks for telling me!

[@adamreecepiano]

I love this version - I'm about to join a ship to play and this is so inspiring! Thankyou

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for your comment and good luck on the ship!

[@andrewcouper404]

Greate! Thanks! A lot of ideas. So motivating!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for telling me!

[@superfuzzymomma]

BUY Kent’s BOOK! Sweet playing Kent! Really inspirational ideas here, Thank You, Man!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the support and endorsement on my book. Many blessings!

[@daveadams5]

Hi Kent, always reviewing your older videos and man, there is so much to be learned right here in this one watching you play this classic tune! Enjoy so much listening and watching you play and always find something interesting in all your videos. Would you consider perhaps posting a detailed tutorial on how to play this timeless classic song? Thankyou so much for everything you put up on KZbin. Keep going Kent, you're the best! Cheers! DaveA

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks, Dave. There's so much to try to do, and I have so many requests and ideas. Go w/ the flow, brother.

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

Beautiful 💘 to listen and play this song..Great jazz progression...

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Always great comments...thanks so much!

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

@@KentHewittpiano88 Woodworking today. Building some chairs for some of the grand children. I try to build things that never will go bad..of.course that is sans rain etc. On the musical front. I am trying to master the C F G half whole and whole half diminished scales. Constantly challenging my self is part of this. I pick any note. eg C# I visualize C# E G Bb..being fully aware this is stacked minor thirds. I start on the half whole.scale. C Db D# E Gb G A Bb C. This is the scale. I use to find most of the dominant.altered chords. The.C7 chord.. as you know is hidden in this 1 3 5 b7 C E G Bb.. Add to this I think this is called.the Super locrian scale..Anyways back to my drill. Then I might pick the C# or Db (enharmonic equivalent), and run the.diminished whole half scale..observing this also yields the same result. That is confusing on the written page, but works. Btw..I have not found the reason why this is called the super locrian. OF course this can run into.hours of research..I found.a great research channel. pianoscales.org..

[@eduardosposito8052]

Great version!!!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank you!

[@IsaiahBaker]

These videos are so helpful Kent, always.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Glad to hear it

[@9VBGI]

Apart from the Quality of your tutorials, I love your pianoforte

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank you!

[@paulallenMacca]

Kent many thanks for adding this and the sheet music of it and of course for the Nearness Of You,i got to see your site today.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Paul Allen Great, Paul ! Thanks for the comment and keep listening.

[@paulallenMacca]

Kent do you not have Georgia written down like you played it as its hard to follow you with those right hand licks also hope you will add the sheet music of Lullaby Of Birdland as you played it.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Paul Allen Thanks for the comment, Paul. Sorry, I don't have a score of what I played...remember at the beginning I said that I'm playing off the top of my head? I wanted this video to be short (5 min.) so I wanted just to touch on the idea of using the blues scale in a standard tune, ( to hear how that sounds) rather than dissecting it measure by measure like in my other videos.

[@paulallenMacca]

thanks Kent i forgot about that i will keep watching your videos.

[@farmz0r]

this is so insanely good... I'm trying to get into it, step by step - checking out stuff on half speed... which actually makes me discover some details and how beautiful all those little things actually work together for real . truely beautiful, feels as if it comes from heart. kinda touching to play, I now even love stuff that i planed to play slightly different. thank you! (didn't come too far yet though - just got started and still quite at the begining. hope I'll make it thorugh. quite some work to look it up and get it all coordinated for someone on my level.)

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks, mr4af, for a great comment...helps to keep me going. I love to hear someone making progress and enjoying it because of what I'm passing on.

[@nathanboler2162]

love all your videos Kent. Been learning a lot!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the affirmation!

[@stevenkaiser3837]

Thanks, as always sir!!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

You are welcome!

[@Lynkevmusic]

Thanks for making the video and for the score, appreciate your work.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for telling me!

[@harryortiz4992]

I had heard your name around town for many years, but now that I get to actually see and hear you, I think that you're gifted on the piano. I know that you have worked with Nicki Mathis on occasion.

[@thomaskallmyr5027]

Georgia on My Mind.....a very gentle song....should be sung......nice Pianoplaying.....

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the compliment.

[@mosichat]

Sounds so cool!

[@pesto12601]

1:24 / 2:07 - that left hand stretch... oh to have long fingers and big hands like your Kent!!! 10 keys!!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm a relatively small person with small hands ...I've just learned that left hand stretch over the years. Actually I now have a bent inward 5th finger in my right hand, so I'm limited what I can do stretch- wise .

[@pesto12601]

@@KentHewittpiano88 I'll take those small hands and your ability any day my friend... :) always learning from you.. so thx!

[@FrantzesElzaurdia]

@@KentHewittpiano88 What do you mean you learned to stretch your hand like that?

[@johnrothfield6126]

Great to watch the pro in action!!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks so much!

[@JamesMcEwenStingrayJim]

love it! beautiful song

[@KentHewittpiano88]

James...Many, many thanks... and may life be good to you in the new year!

[@giannagiavelli5098]

I swear if you can learn from as time goes by, georgia, and white christmas, you pretty much have an amazing base to do anything

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm glad I could help out with your 3 choices...all good! Thanks!

[@karon8537]

So fascinating👌

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks so much!

[@DaveDugganITPro]

outstanding!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank You !!

[@orlando4166]

Swing so extraordinary that you brother, who like very much that phrase, I congratulate

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'll take that as a compliment...thanks!

[@steventoddscorpiomusic5588]

Thanks Mr 👍 Hewitt

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks!

[@pianogrande7791]

Delicious If I only had 1% of your talent, I would die a happy man

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Pianogrande We always try to improve, so let's all die happy knowing that we gave it our best effort! Thanks!

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

Pianogrande I read your comment .. every time you do something education why and apply it a practical way it reinforces your natural ability and that will grow over time ..I play multiple instrumens and love jazz one of favorite songs is autumn leaves sad but beautiful.

[@thestonedhippo]

well you better start practicing, you wouldn't believe how much it helps

[@TheHighlander71]

Great stuff. Somehow Ray Charles' version of this song and Red House by Jimi Hendrix are the two corner stone blues tunes in my book. Thanks.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm glad you dig my version!

[@singingcutie98]

You are fantastic!! Can you teach a tutorial for this song?!? 😭

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank you! I will put your request on my list...and I appreciate your watching my video and commenting.

[@ZHSTUDIOSedits]

can you do a tutorial on jerry Lee lewis pumpin piano rock

[@KentHewittpiano88]

That's an interesting request. But there's numerous pianists on You Tube, doing tutorials, that are better qualified for that type of music. I'm more of a jazz piano guy...I'm sure if you search around you'll find them. Thanks!

[@Russlld]

0:20 0:41 2:19 Key of F 3:04 3:17 lick

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for noting important points!

[@deresse6186]

You are the best

[@KentHewittpiano88]

You're up there too! Thanks!

[@tospicy4ya]

Can u do a good version of hot the road jack?

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Hit the road jack...by Ray Charles? I give that some thought, thanks!

[@Account-ru8wt]

was that improvisation? if not to you make a video on specifically what notes you played please?

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I don't always transcribe everything that I played because it is improvisation. However I have a number of videos where the solos and improvisation are written out. Check the playlists: kzbin.info/aero/PLFuMibnl_h5bA7Um3IZ38R1kelnoRTPYc

[@petacoustics]

Hey Kent- we're watching. Love, Janet and Alan

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Miss you guys, big time. Let's get together!

[@janetmarlow1092]

@@KentHewittpiano88 next week half way?

[@KentHewittpiano88]

We're catching up this week after just getting back from Europe. Let's check in next week!

[@9VBGI]

nice stuff. can you slow those licks down for us.thx

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Please check out this video: tips for slowing down the speed, etc. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5Wcm3eaZ6mqqsU

[@tospicy4ya]

Where is your f blues scale video I can play this but very basic? Good video

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I have a whole series of videos on blues here: kzbin.info/aero/PLFuMibnl_h5b3WPFJPBl5O0JQtUgruEMT

[@mikevanvugt5271]

oh, can i have the music sheet? -;) Great interpretation.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I have a score but it's from my book, and it's different than what I played, but may be useful for some tips....if you'd like it.

[@mikevanvugt5271]

That would be great. I really appreciate that.

[@razzieb695]

Oh cool I just learned one new blues licks :D

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Razzie B Thanks, I'm glad to hear that.!

[@13Moondancer]

How many pianos do you have access to?

[@HelioLagoJr]

How can I buy your book being in Brazil? Nice lessons Kent! Tks

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Helio Lago Jr. Thanks for the comment and inquiry! Please email me at [e-mail] and I'll give you the info on how to buy my book. I hope to hear from you.

[@broggsey]

When I was growing up my grandfather played a lot of thelonius and my nan was obsessed with oscar Peterson so in my head the goal is to play with the speed and precision of oscar and the minimal jagged style of thelonious, are there any players you recommend listening to that do both I know the styles are somewhat contradictory to each other. Thanks for your lessons I have learnt a lot from you

[@KentHewittpiano88]

They are so different it's hard to say. Nobody had the precision and chops of OP....I mean Nobody! Monk was so unique and individualistic that trying to imitate him sounds lame. Chick and Jarrett are great for speed and percision...but different. Have you checked out Phineas Newborn or Randy Weston?

[@broggsey]

Kent Hewitt I didn't know those guys, phineas seems like someone I will really dig so many thanks, Wynton Kelly is nice quirky player

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

john roy yes its amazing how the whole family of petersons pulled together father teaching children children teaching other all given chores sometimes op did practice but he was a natural.. later on he was taught by highly distinguished classical teacher and yet some his songs have the notes of shortnin bread in it.. love to listen to virtuosity of Oscar Peterson. but like Kent says he did play his dues..

[@jellebag]

johnny costa could do all

[@MarkTarmannPianoCheck_it_out]

Barry Harris. He has Bud Powell technique not as dazzling as Oscar's style, but pretty close. , and he has a good understanding of Monk's methods, yet doesn't copy Monk. His live at Maybeck Hall version of "Ruby My Dear" is outstanding, and he demonstrates a very, very high level of technique. I can also recommend my OWN version of Blue Monk. No Oscar flash, but i think i bring something to it that is unique.kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5TUfKaMnciIfpo

[@carlosholst5380]

To Kent Hewitt - Sorry to say but to me your piano has some keys a little bit out of tune on the left hand. It came particulary noticeable on Georgia here. I hope I'm wrong because I play violin, not piano.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Carlos Holst That low note was out of tune, I realize. That was played on the Yamaha upright I believe. The other piano on my vids is better, but even though we tune twice a year there are apt to be periods of time when the tuning is imperfect. I use acoustic pianos only ...most of the other people use electric set-ups which don't have to be tuned. Sorry if the notes were a distraction.

[@carlosholst5380]

+Kent Hewitt - Man you answer was faster than an oiled lightining. Thanks for the blues lesson, I love to play blues on violin, I feel gooood. To keep your pianos in tune you need constant air conditioning around them. It seems you live in a humid region, Mississipi perhaps, St. Luis...

[@KentHewittpiano88]

We live in CT which is New England but there is dry air in winter and humid air somewhat in summer. We have a device attached to the Mason and Hamlin that we add water to that helps, but we still have to tune it a few times a year. This video was made using the Yamaha upright, however.

[@monteclark1078]

was nothing like the sheet that was furnished

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Sorry, not all performances match the sheets...but the sheet still may helpful...and when you combine them... you have more information.

[@def2008]

you have magic hands....

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thank you! Eric...magic is a special word.... but you can have the same thing with practice and dedication and love for music and jazz piano. I wish that same thing for you. It's out there for the seeking

[@ZHSTUDIOSedits]

can you do ray Charles Georgia on my mind the whole song

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the comment. This is the best I can do; I can't do what Ray Charles can do....but I appreciated your telling me that you like it.

[@testarosso1368]

where's the other tutorial?

[@KentHewittpiano88]

3 years ago...how could I remember?

[@steelplayer118]

Hi Ken, Thanks for contacting me. I'm a pedal steel player.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

+Michael J Pfeifer Thanks for the comment. I hope you will subscribe to my channel. You need to have a public Google account. I appreciate the support from fellow musicians.

[@steelplayer118]

I'm not here very often, but I'll check it out.

[@saadalhumaid8043]

Kent you can do et man

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Appreciated!

[@givetothepoor5523]

Yes Lord play

[@KentHewittpiano88]

OK....thank you!

[@b-ballstore8751]

Are you a fan of ray charles?

[@heidigladbach4953]

Sometimes I think to my self "Yes, ok, you are a quite good piano player with blues and jazzy skills... and blaaa blaaa blaaa" and other kind of bullshit like that. Bur the real, bitter truth is that when I listen to this tune, watchin your videos, and I see your fingers flying on the keyboard... So ...I just feel depressed. But thank you for motivate me to play better and better every day.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I understand, Heidi, I've been there. But there's better things to get depressed about. A teacher's job is to inspire and motivate...without that, I've failed. So thanks for telling me, and know that there are rewards for every step of the journey. .

[@heidigladbach4953]

@@KentHewittpiano88 Thank you Kent !! That's the best inspiring answer !

[@Account-ru8wt]

0:45 to 2:53

[@MorriganNoel]

How do I get your book? The links on your website keep sending me in circles. Dude, you need a new website -- it was made in 2008! But that's okay, 'cause you've probably been too busy being completely awesome. :-D You should really sell it on Amazon, you'd probably make a bundle! I'd love to read it along with watching the videos.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

I'm working on upgrading my website...actually eventually building a new one. I do have a cart option on my website now...it was just added today. Here's the link. Thanks! www.kenthewitt.com/id54.htmlBook details are here: www.kenthewitt.com/id31.html

[@4diversiones]

Your book is clear and complete. Thanks for being so awesomely generous with your knowledge and experience, Kent!

[@FrantzesElzaurdia]

Kent Hewitt Do you ever have discount your book for the holiday season or something?

[@craigiefconcert6493]

I think mr Hewitt must like OP a lot. Maybe they’re common blues licks and not just OP

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Oh definitely...he's amazing!

[@johnsoderberg1457]

Generosity incarnate. Thanks again.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Great comment.... because I may need to use that when it comes time to be reincarnated! Thanks for the help!

[@johnsoderberg1457]

I'll be there! Thanks, too.

[@voltaire3001]

👍

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Thanks for the thumbs up!

[@israjaja]

If anyone asks me "What is blues?", I'll tell him about this video. Simple, but cool.

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Great comment. Thanks so much!

[@andrewcjeffrey]

Smoking moves!

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Cooool! Thanks!

[@sebastianandrei5690]

"Georgia on my mind" is not blues...

[@KentHewittpiano88]

Obviously...you're totally correct. I tried to show this as a "blues style" ballad. It's a standard, (American Songbook by Hoagy Charmichael) but one that adapts nicely to a "bluesy" interpretation. Hence in the improvisation, the "blues scale" works well. Also this song sounds different sung by Ray Charles, than it would sound sung by Frank Sinatra. I didn't mean to have the title misinterpreted, so I have now just changed the title to "Blues Style Standard"...thank you.

[@mikemchugh7314]

Z

[@KentHewittpiano88]

ZZZZZ- sleeping?

[@benoitvicente4114]

Another fake tuto