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Topic: When Sonny Gets Blue Jazz Standard  (Read 1105 times)

Offline jason_sioco

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When Sonny Gets Blue Jazz Standard
on: August 02, 2016, 08:10:59 PM


Never mind the thumbnail. I'm just experimenting to get views. I am taking jazz piano lessons from Amanda Tosoff, that's why I end up playing this kind of stuff. Back then I was playing only conservatory stuff, now it's different times for me. Tell me what you think of my brand new way of playing piano.

Offline huaidongxi

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Re: When Sonny Gets Blue Jazz Standard
Reply #1 on: August 02, 2016, 11:01:53 PM
your teacher has helped you find a lush, comfortable style. this was pleasant in a bland way. you probably need more freedom in your phrasing, learn the meaning of the maxim, 'it don't mean a thing if it aint got that swing'.  remember the song has a lyric, play the phrases like they're being sung and breathed, and feel that you're playing a romantic ballad.
 

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