Colorful chord voicings are the key to unlocking the jazz sound. In this excerpt from his Challenge, Josh shows you how to turn beginner block voicings into pro-level jazz chords.
Josh Jacobson
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With roots in both jazz and contemporary music, Josh Jacobson helps pianists discover the sounds and techniques that make jazz so rewarding to play.
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Josh blends a deep background in jazz with a modern perspective shaped by years as a touring pianist, producer, and composer. His approachable teaching style makes it easy to understand the sounds, rhythms, and harmony that define jazz.
- Learn the language of jazz chords
- Comp through essential progressions
- Sharpen your rhythm skills
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Intro to Jazz Piano in 7 Days
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Josh Jacobson
Josh is a pianist, composer, and electronic producer whose music blends soulful piano with contemporary production.
Raised in a musical family, he studied classical piano from age five before expanding into jazz and electronic music at Northwestern University. He's collaborated with artists including Laufey, Lizzy McAlpine, Alec Benjamin, BAYNK, and Tim Atlas, and his music has earned more than 100 million streams worldwide.
In his classes, Josh brings the same creativity and musical curiosity to help students build confidence and discover the joy of playing piano.
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