What Are Ragtime, Stride Piano, Boogie Woogie, and Honky Tonk?

[@carson0119]

The Aint Misbehavin stride was too good!!

[@georgehiggins1320]

I don't often get the opportunity to just listen to Jeremy play and watch, and I forget how much of a KILLER pianist he is.

[@JeremySiskind]

You’re the best, George! Thank you!

[@KingRat355]

I'm a hardcore stride fan and I usually don't fancy improvisation because it can drag on, but when its done on par to melodies of fats waller it's a joy to listen to. You casually smashed that ain't misbehavin.

[@JeremySiskind]

Thanks for the nice comment! I'm certainly no Fats Waller, but I'll take the compliment!

[@malaquiasalfaro81]

The honky tonk piano sounded amazing. Distortion before the electric stuff. I’m a blues guitar player who is always looking to steal from honky tonk and boogie Woogie 😂

[@edzielinski]

Best and most inspiring explanation of these styles I've ever seen. I enjoyed this as much as watching a live show - the education part just came along for the ride. Thanks!

[@JeremySiskind]

That’s very kind! Thank you, Ed!

[@lrwright8400]

This is the best explanation! I had the thought that, if there had been no Prohibition and speakeasys the style of expanding by improv might not have come about! And without Jazz blacks and whites would not have broken down the walls of segregation as well as they did! You are a genius player! Wow.

[@michavandam]

This is what I got from this video: - Ragtime is completely composed. The left hand leaps across the keyboard. - Stride is Ragtime with improvised right hand parts. - Boogie Woogie plays an eight-note bass pattern. - Honky Tonk can be any style that was played in a honky tonk, especially on a beat-up piano. Question: Is the shared-hand voicing the same as playing block chords?

[@mattweiman5144]

Your understanding of the first two is a little off I believe. Think of ragtime as a style of music, and stride specifically as a left hand technique, often (always?) employed in ragtime music.

[@jsw0278]

The shared hands approach reminds me of the way chords are spread out in four part harmony similar to Bach chorales.

[@JeremySiskind]

Definitely! You can think about soprano, alto, tenor, bass when learning the shared-hands voicings (although you don’t have to)

[@itsRemco]

You told the stories with a lot of enthusiasm. Thanks! 😁

[@JeremySiskind]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@donghyunpark2564]

I loved your honky tonk technology. Awesome!

[@JeremySiskind]

Haha, I know, it's the best I could do in the moment!

[@Arshar]

We need more creators like you on youtube ! Very informative and entertaining video 🙏👍

[@talesulhoa7679]

Amazing lesson by a terrific pianist. Congratulations from Brazil!

[@JeremySiskind]

Thanks so much, Tales! Someday I definitely want to visit Brazil! It looks beautiful and k really want to experience the music firsthand.

[@franksaccoccio7492]

Riveting, could not look away. Thanks for what you do.

[@JeremySiskind]

Thanks so much, Frank!!!

[@tioliak]

What a great teacher and great pianist!

[@JeremySiskind]

I'm honored - thank you, Tio!

[@user-to5ou5gv9j]

Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation: Informative, Instructional and Inspiring! Thanks

[@JeremySiskind]

Thanks so much! It’s a lot of fun to talk about!

[@exyourbook]

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[@lolnamelollastname9788]

3:20 I can see how Stars and Stripes Forever influenced theUK song "Ere we go, 'ere we go. Ere we gooo." and the Match Of The Day theme

[@peterjohnstoltzman]

Such a pro! You’re giving me Dick Hyman vibes, man. And you know that’s the highest compliment!

[@JeremySiskind]

Sorry for the delayed replay but THANK YOU! I will be *thrilled* to be compared to Dick Hyman any day of the week!

[@chrisdigitalartist]

This was very informative and entertaining. Also I noticed that Tommy Dorsey's Boogie Woogie must have been a varation of that Pinetop's Boogie Woogie!

[@JeremySiskind]

Hmm, I don't know that piece but I know that Pinto's Boogie Boogie is very influential.

[@sandfiredevin]

Do you have any other videos like this one? I really enjoyed how you explained all the different styles of playing.

[@JeremySiskind]

Hm, not really. This was a "one off" but I'm glad you liked it! This one is kind of in the same genre: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e53JdJp4g5WVfJI

[@1000Zebedee]

I don't play any instrument and wish I had been encouraged as a child to learn about music theory and practice an instrument. However, I enjoy listening to a variety music, mainly the heavy rock stuff but bands such as ELP and Keith Emerson's style have me captivated by his improvisational style. Now I have learned about Stride, Honky Tonk etc., from you Jeremy, I can now try to listen out for the subtle differences in music. A great explanatory video😀. Thanks from the UK.

[@JeremySiskind]

Awesome! I'm glad you enjoyed it. There's lots of incredible piano music to explore here!

[@calebraysilcott9471]

I really like the improv on maple leaf rag! Would love a little break down!🍁

[@JeremySiskind]

Cool idea! I'll add it to the list. :)

[@digitalalexa]

Great explanation. Thank you for all the info and posting.

[@JeremySiskind]

My pleasure, Alexa! Thanks much for the nice comment and happy new year!

[@iTunes2001]

Thank you for the clear explanation! I didn't notice the slight difference and thought all of them are same things... LOL

[@JeremySiskind]

Consider yourself educated! 😂

[@maramazone]

Nice PowerPoint, your material gets better by the day- keep up the great work- very educational!

[@JeremySiskind]

Thanks much! Glad you liked it!

[@maramazone]

@@JeremySiskind no probs, anytime! 👍

[@Annc212]

excellent thank you so much!

[@sophiematthews3380]

Very Good Jeremy.. Thanks for explaining all this stuff. It is fascinating.

[@thequeertelope7941]

sometimes i forget that musicians are this good

[@JeremySiskind]

Aw, I'm honored! Thanks, Queertelope!

[@SeanMillea]

Awesome

[@shreddaily101]

Stepping up the production value I see ;) very informative and entertaining video, as per usual!

[@JeremySiskind]

Lol, don’t expect the high production value to continue!

[@stuartheadey5240]

Good one. Thanks Maestro.

[@JeremySiskind]

Thank you, Stuart! :) Don't get used to this "slick" presentation style. 😂

[@MrSmohanta]

Thanks for the beautiful explanation!!! Thanks a lot!!!

[@JeremySiskind]

Awesome! Thanks, CD!

[@eydiguttason1961]

You are fantastic a gift from God

[@ZalexMusic]

you are a great teacher, really easy to listen to. thank you! (also my god aint misbehavin was fire)

[@JeremySiskind]

Many thanks, Zalex! I’m grateful! Btw, I full live version of Ain’t Misbehaving will be coming out on my channel in about a week

[@demejiuk5660]

Congratulations and thank you.

[@JeremySiskind]

Many thanks for watching!

[@applesnotngess4123]

This was an amazing demonstration. I learned a lot thank you!

[@JeremySiskind]

I’m so happy you liked it! Thanks, Apples!🍎 I

[@barryo5158]

Good sound this time, thank you. Great video!

[@JeremySiskind]

I appreciate it, Barry! Somehow my computer seems to have good days and bad days. 🤷‍♂️

[@jalbert222]

Great video. Learned a lot. Admittedly, I have never liked listening to 'Shared Hand' style, as you term it. It is the one used by a lot of cocktaii lounge pianists. I dislike using just the center of the keyboard only. Sounds like the piano player is making up for having a weak left hand, unable to play more complex styles. It is rather boring.

[@JeremySiskind]

You're right that a "Shared hands" style brings the pianist towards the center of the piano, but they can always decorate between voicings in the upper and lower registers.

[@jalbert222]

re: "...but they can always decorate between voicings in the upper and lower registers." You are right. They can, but the rarely do :) The other thing a lot of piano players do, is play loudly. My mother, a professional musician, always maintained, 'those who do play well, play loud'.

[@eydiguttason1961]

Thanks Jeremy

[@JeremySiskind]

Sure thing, Eydi!

[@ALF8892]

Whoah boy. Great video and your playing is just great.

[@JeremySiskind]

Thank you so much, ALF!!!

[@jjwashington3872]

Awesome. Thanks for the video

[@curtpiazza1688]

Great music lesson! Great history lesson! ❤ 😂

[@christopherpi2010]

Holy! teach me stride please 🙏🏽

[@JeremySiskind]

Any time, Chris! 😉

[@marycox2522]

Awesome, .

[@jamesl6174]

bravo

[@JeremySiskind]

[takes a bow] thanks, James!

[@simonanthonymcglynn3918]

Hi Jeremy, great video, I wanted to ask if it's ok to play like an Erroll garner 4 on the floor type left hand, when playing solo jazz piano? like a rythmn guitar. I notice you don't do that. many thanks Simon.

[@JeremySiskind]

Totally! Here’s a video where I talk about it: Freddie Green Style Comping for Pianists (+ fun variations ) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3SqdH-re8iAetU

[@simonanthonymcglynn3918]

@@JeremySiskind brilliant thanks.

[@musickalxf]

Very helpful. Do you think an intermediate player could learn maple leaf rag?

[@thequeertelope7941]

hello. I am a self taught player so i guess you could call me a beginner/ low intermediate. I have learned half of maple leaf rag (the part that everyone knows) and I am still psychologically preparing to continue learning because the next part's left hand is so jumpy

[@JoshWalshMusic]

Pinetop in Db, cmon Jeremy now you are just showing off! 🤣

[@JeremySiskind]

Yeah, originally I heard a recording that had warped sound and it sounded more like Db than C. By the time I did more research and figured out it’s always played on C…I was already locked in. Ooops!

[@JoshWalshMusic]

@@JeremySiskind and they say perfect pitch is a blessing….

[@JeremySiskind]

😂

[@anastasiahulai5095]

Hello , Jeremy, I have a question about the 8th in ragtimes, am I supposed to play 8th notes straight if they are written as straight or should I swing them?

[@l_r_a_start_fox8698]

im getting wrist pain just watching this video 😂

[@Ludada101]

Did you cut your hair Jeremy

[@JeremySiskind]

Lol, I don't think so - not too recently.

[@danniet9375]

I noticed you hum like Dick Wellstood. 😅

[@freedomseeker01]

It is amazing to me how many on-line gurus have absolutely no clue whatsoever how to make a good audio recording.