Quick Overview: This blog explains 7th chords in jazz piano in a simple way. It shows how these chords are built, why they matter, and how they shape jazz harmony. With easy examples and practice ideas, learners understand chord movement and sound. It also highlights how structured learning helps build control and confidence in jazz piano playing.
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Quick Overview:This blog explains how ride cymbal and hi-hat work together to create jazz groove. It breaks down their roles in simple terms with examples and practice tips. Readers learn how ride gives flow while hi-hat adds structure. It also shows how beginners can improve timing and control through steady practice and listening.
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There is a magic building in Chicago located at 232 East Ohio Street. For years and years musical magicians have had their souls captured on tape there.
Read MoreFifty years ago on October 28, 1973, my first band "Focus" played a gig in Hyde Park at the Quadrangle Club. I used to have lunch there with my father where he would point out two or three Nobel Prize laureates (not intimidating at all). This place was a home-away-from-home for some very serious world-class brain power professors (including my dad Benjamin Bloom) from the University of Chicago.
Read MoreTopics: jazz courses, david bloom, potential
Presented by The Bloom School of Jazz and hosted by David Bloom, this clinic features world-renowned jazz guitarist Bruce Forman and Chicago-based jazz vocalist, bandleader, composer-lyricist and producer Erin McDougald.
The evening will center around the difference between just playing SAYING something important. Before you can say something you need to learn how to listen. All too often, instrumentalists will play differently for vocalists with an assumption handicapping the creativity of the music. And, all too often singers treat instrumentalists as if they are "in the background" instead of inviting an intertwined voice in a cohesive narrative.
Both Mr. Forman and Ms. Erin McDougald will bring our perspectives and tips for how to go from accompanying someone to really making music TOGETHER -- like a natural conversation. This is especially insightful for anyone looking to improve their improvisational skills.
All ages and skill levels welcome.
It is $20.00 per person (collected in cash at the door the night of the event-- doors open at 7:15pm)
RSVP Only - Call (773) 860-8300
or email hannah@bloomschoolofjazz.com.
Space is limited.
