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Jim discusses the techniques used in "taking down" music from recordings. The task at hand is to learn how to listen critically, analyze and understand James P. Johnson's stride piano solo on "If Dreams Come True."
"This is what's known as a turntable" LOL!
What, no MIDI? No MP3 chord recovery software?
It appears that you earned every bit of your technique. And while others were having fun that left nothing tangible you were lengthening your stride.
My admiration, Sir.
desertlight 3 years ago
Thank you!
Yes, no MIDI and no MP3 chord recovery software.....I do, however, have a beeper and a fax machine...........LOL
On the serious side,I have been very impressed with many younger players but concerned with what I am not hearing. I am in total support of pianists learning this style by any means available. I highly recommend that they invest the time to develop a critical ear. Stride is not merely about notes & speed. Depth,inventiveness and subtlety are equally important.
jazznbear 3 years ago
Agreed. After so many questions about how I learned stride I decided to show how it was done before casettes and CD's. Whatever medium a player uses, a takedown requires time, persistence,repetition and an abundance of patience.
jazznbear 3 years ago