In part 2 we create a full solo piano arrangement incorporating chord extensions, suspended chords and altered dominant chords.
In part 2 of this tutorial we look at some interesting passing chords using altered dominants & approaching the target chord from a half step above.
These principles can be applied to any tune. Always remember to look at melody and chords for inspiration when introducing a tune.
We build upon what we have covered in the previous tutorials by introducing upper structure triads, sus chords and a stride style.
Commonly associated with the film “Casablanca”, this classic is written in Eb Major and follows a standard 32 bar A-A-B-A form.
In this final part of the My Romance tutorial, we explore how to create an improvised introduction using parts of the melody for inspiration.
In part 2 we create a full solo piano arrangement incorporating big 2 handed voicings, suspended chords, altered dominant chords and USTs.
First we discuss how the melody is phrased when playing with a medium swing. We also look at the placement and syncopation of the chords.
The minor 251 progression in the final measures of the bridge is a nice place to add some altered voicings and upper structure triads.
In this lesson, we explore extended and altered harmony, upper structure triads, and some interesting applications of diminished chords & harmony.
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