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The Basics
New Orleans Piano: The Right Hand
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Study the right hand methods of New Orleans's most influential piano players! Learn their licks, rolls and octave techniques.
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Six Ways to Play "The Lick"
Learn six different ways to play that classic New Orleans piano lick... and how to use them!
Learn how Professor Longhair used Lick #1 in his own style.
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Lick #1... Fess Style
No one used octaves like Professor Longhair. Learn how here!
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Octaves
Rolls
Bugle Call
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A "roll" on piano was used to imitate the sound of a snare drum roll. It's a classic technique!
The classic sound of the bugle call is a mainstay of New Orleans music.
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Course Time: Self-Paced
Skill Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Prerequisites: The Basics
Steps:
N/A
Effort:
15-60 min / day
Textbook
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Arthur Migliazza
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