I've been playing piano for years... and you just made me feel like a beginner... in a great way... thank you very much

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

No problem at all - happy to have helped!

@raidunhinged1933

4 жыл бұрын

Dude, same! I've been playing for 20 years and I thought I was pretty good or something, apparently not!

@elmervargas1565

4 жыл бұрын

I felt that dude.

@danielx40

2 жыл бұрын

Classical piano, pop piano and jazz piano are very different games. What you pay attention to is different. In classical piano, you know what key you are pressing, but never which note is that key. I’ve been playing pop piano for 20 years. And for me it’s easy to hear a song, grab a chord progression and play along improvising. If there’re chords written for me I’d go nuts with it. But if you give me a Chopin piece, I’d have to sit down and figure out what keys are pressed.

As a classical piano player I always struggled to find a good teacher for jazz (and unlearn 'onbeat' classical playing style). I love how your demonstrations fit all levels of piano players while giving them a sense of how far you could go by following you. These are by far the most satisfying self-learning videos for me. Thank you!

@BillHilton

5 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad to hear that! I'm some ways, you're exactly the sort of pianist I'm aiming at here, so it's great to know that my tutorials are working for you. Thanks, and good luck with your further progress!

The BEST jazz piano tutorial I have ever seen!

@BillHilton

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I've been playing for quite some time, but I've never thought to use shell chords. It's so simple but it kind of blew my mind!

@ninevolt

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought, would have never thought to remove muddiness by taking away bass notes like that. Such an easy way to improve clarity in the lower end while still introducing interesting chords.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, Nathan - it's a really neat and easy technique to use!

Thanks again :) 0:48 Improv Exercise 2:58 Demonstration 5:10 The Music Theory 7:30 Next Step Improvisation (add G7) 8:40 Demonstration 9:41 How Jazz Piano Works "in your head"

I have been a classical pianist for 3 years and now I'm looking to expand my knowledge to jazz and your tutorials are fantastic not only to beginners but experienced musicians alike

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

Really glad they're helping - give me a shout if you ever have any questions/requests!

You're the best, Bill! I'm glad I found your channel.

I learned to play classical piano music as a child and have always been impressed with people improvising Jazz... I've always thought it was a matter of talent until seeing you break it down like this... You have no idea what this means to me... Thank you SO much

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

You're really welcome - I'm glad to have made a difference! Yes, this kind of thing can look like magic, but really the processes going on underneath are very logical and understandable when you break them down. Like everything else, it's just a question of practice. Good luck, and let me know how you get on!

your my new piano teacher

@gamatastica3478

7 жыл бұрын

iEmz Gameing you're*

@Ziploz

7 жыл бұрын

game tastica Sadly, he was not your new English teacher.

@1guy0clue79

5 жыл бұрын

@@Ziploz well, the meaning counts

10:10 that's spicy right there. Learning while still in quarantine

@juliusl3958

4 жыл бұрын

same!

@jarrayplayz2142

4 жыл бұрын

Ha, me too

you are an absolute top notch tutor. Ive tried before but get distracted, but you keep it really interesting. Thanks !

@BillHilton

2 ай бұрын

You're welcome - glad to be of help!

As a musician, coming to the piano for the first time, offers both strengths and weaknesses. Bill's lessons thus far have really served to satisfy that balance for me as someone who knows theory but not in the realm of the piano keyboard. Thanks so much Bill for your talent as a teacher and for breaking it down into very manageable chunks. I particularly liked your point about the pianist's toolbox. Because the piano, unlike the guitar, is so accessible for playing tight intervals, these tools in the pianist's toolbox have always been foreign to me. Thanks again for your program. I am now a subscriber.

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much indeed Ricke! I guess one of the important points here - and it'll already be clear to you, but it's worth mentioning for anyone else who might be reading - is that a key part of the approach to learning any instrument (for which read "any complex task", I guess) is mindset. That's not just a case of being positive, applying yourself etc but also having the willingness and ability to spend time, as it were, mapping the territory ahead. That's what understanding the toolbox is about. Right, that's enough mixed metaphors for 10 past eight in the morning, but I hope you see what I'm getting at...!

hey :)) im a girl in the hospital and i found this series very helpful!! thanks so much :)

THE PENCIL

This is the best Jazz piano tutorial ever. Thanks alot and please do more.

I’m just starting to learn jazz piano and your videos really are everything. Thank you so much man.

Great video's! I love how you teach the essential theoretical stuff, but you make sure that even the first exercises are fun and sound groovy, so you get that instant gratification while practicing. I think that really helps keep people's attention, even if they are a little intimidated by the theory and learning curve (like me).

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Otto! Yep, that's what I was trying to achieve, so it's good to hear the strategy worked for you. The thing with theory is to remember that it can seem very daunting, especially when explained in words (rather than at the keyboard) but in practice the essential stuff isn't really difficult. The trick is to push past the abstractions and try to see everything in practical, musical terms.

@JamminWithJer

5 жыл бұрын

you are amazing

Thank you so much for these tutorials! So excited to keep learning and improving

This is so helpful! Learning jazz has been something that seemed so daunting and these guides make the process so much more approachable and fun. I was having trouble with the blue scale improvisation exercise, but your suggestion of starting simple and then moving out seriously made it so much easier :) huge thanks for this video.

Am grateful to have U are God sent for Me Good Teacher Keep it up

Where have you been all my life?! Rock on Bill

Thank you so much for teaching me some new stuff in a very practical way. You're the best.

Loving this series Bill! Keep 'em coming!

Thank you so so much Bill! You're unlike others who leave the learner confused and frustrated. I like the pace, it's easy! Love ya bruh!

So far these videos have already been so helpful. I’ve been playing for a few years but have only learned sheet music. I’ve recently got into jazz and wanted to start playing some and your videos have been so helpful.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nate - really glad they're helping. Jazz piano is a massive and absorbing subject, so I hope you'll really enjoy it. Shout if you ever have any questions (and keep working at the sheet music reading: you'll find the skills complement each other).

You`re a really talented teacher. Thanks for sharing

I'm a guitarist and just started learning piano. These videos have been a big help. Thanks a lot!!! ✌️🏻

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome - shout if you ever have questions!

Watching this while on lockdown. 😄

@leonardfrancois6010

4 жыл бұрын

Loll me too

Hey Bill. You are a great ambassador for the music. When I learn from your generous video lessons, I feel some kind of a fellowship with you. With a tenderly atmosphere you become a huge inspiration. Take care and all the best from Peter.

@BillHilton

10 ай бұрын

That's very kind of you, Peter - all the best to you, too!

Thank you so much. Your tutorials are so inspiring, they really invite to explore and have fun, it's the best :)

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like them - thanks very much!

love these jazz tutorials! ive been playing clarinet for several years and just started playing piano about a month ago. i enjoy both classical and jazz, and your videos have been really helpful (and fun !!)

@BillHilton

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome - glad you're finding them useful. Give me a shout if you have any questions, and let me know how you get on!

God bless U Man ,where have u been all this time U are too good

This instructor is good. I am a musician of many years. I know that Jazz is different. I don't care how much theory we learn Jazz is a kicker. I like this and will master it.

Bill I have had your book for some time now and always watch your videos. Your book and this series is exactly what every wannabe jazz piano player has been looking for. I wish you had been around about 50 years ago. LOL You are magnificent! Keep it up, great work.

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chuck - glad it's working for you!

Very helpful. Can't wait for lesson #3

Hi Bill. Just discovered your channel. Thank you ever so much for putting this out there, you're doing a great job and helping thousands of people enjoy the piano and improve their skills.

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for the kind words, Erich - I'm really glad you like my stuff. Shout if you ever have any questions/suggestions/requests :)

Thank you for the tutorial Bill ! :)

Dude, Thank you so much.. Learning beauty in Jazz, thanx to you :) Loving jazz from India :)

@BillHilton

6 жыл бұрын

Cool - hope you keep enjoying it!

I am new to piano, and this lesson was absolute fun. I am not encouraged to play my violin anymore thus I have moved to piano. I can read music, but I am not familiar with the bass clef yet. One of my goals for piano is to build up little bits I can mix and match, and to really explore, and have a heap of fun doing so. Thanks for the lesson I really enjoyed it. Keep it coming

@BillHilton

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks David - really glad you like my stuff :) Try to keep up that violin at least a little bit though: if nothing else you'll find it's REALLY good for your ear in a way that's useful for your piano playing.

Great video! I now have a starting point to begin playing a truly unique sound I love to hear others play! I struggle to fit that B note in there whilst trying to improvise on the right hand, but I found that working with the "shell" of A7 (A-G) in the left (and completely ignoring the tonic / C7) makes my right hand flow much more smoothly. I can't decide if this is because I favor the key of A major, or because I prefer minor keys in general (A minor). :-)

Great explanation! Real fun to watch...Thanks a lot

I've always liked playing keyboards, but when it came to understanding certain chords or trying to do my own improvisation, I was absolutely clueless. These tutorials are great!

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Timmy - glad you like them!

I am so grateful to you, your lessons and the way you teach. I want to worship at an alter dedicated to you

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Tom! I'll get to work on the altar 😂

So helpful! You describe it and then demonstrate it so well and it's comprehendible and fun!

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Meela!

this is mind-blowing

I really want to learn how to play jazz eventhough I've already knew chords. Thank you for your amazing tutorial videos!!

Fantastic! Thanks, Bill!!!

This is a great review and would have been AWESOME when I started last January. I'm jealous of all the newbies that are gonna get to start with this :) Looking forward to seeing more. Thanks Bill!

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks - glad you liked it! :)

Thanks for this video! Really helped me a lot!

Love your tutorials.

bill u're sooo good in what u do

Thx for this tutorial and explanation!

Happy to finally learn how to really apply all my knowledge practically thanks!

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Lopez!

I'm so excited to study using your method, thank you Bill.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy it, Gary - shout if you have any questions!

You’re my hero, I love your tutorials

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

No problem, Tolu - really glad to have helped!

Super helpful stuff, Bill. Big fan. Thanks!

@BillHilton

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks John - glad it helps!

Awesome lesson, thank you.!

Excellent and concise instruction. Thank you Bill

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

I learned so much in these 11 minutes! Thanks!!

@BillHilton

5 жыл бұрын

No problem Lisa - glad it helped!

Thanks for the great tutorials. You have a talent for teaching.

@BillHilton

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Austin!

Damn! That was a strong finish . Ok. Flow is the point. Got it.

Loved this video many thanks

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Fabulous! Thank you

Thanks Bill!!!

thank you Bill you are an excellent instructor

@BillHilton

5 жыл бұрын

No problem, Khalil - glad to have helped!

Incredible teaching skills!

Thank you for yr piano lessons!!!!!!!!! It’s really wonderful!!!!!

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Amazing tutorial!

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much - glad you like it!

Thanks so much for these tutorials, they've been a great help. I'm gradually challanging myself, feeling rather than grinding and I haven't had my neighbours complain yet! :)

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear they've helped, Iwan - let me know how you get on with the later ones, and especially if you have any questions I can help with :)

most comprehensif, better in understanding. thanks

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

very helpful. subscribed

U explain very easily.. thank you

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Anindita!

wow! i got a 30 year old piano lying around beside me and have not used it but now i am interested in using it and playing it now.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

Now's the time to get going, then - let me know how you get on!

@archcast5550

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillHilton I am not a musician i just want to play i only have a level 1 proficiency in piano and my mom forced me to get enrolled in piano classess back when i was 7 years old now i am 38 became an Architect not a musician...and i want to play before my mom will leave this world so i need to practice. thanks for the tips. i can play the piano out from muscle memory i am very bad in reading notes. wish me luck...

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

@@archcast5550 Good luck! And shout if you have any questions!

@archcast5550

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillHilton I appreciate the encouragement! have a great day sir!

This is my fav begginner jazz tutorial series

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt - glad you like it!

@mattcloud0414

3 жыл бұрын

@@BillHilton Yeah! I learned so much from these. I'm also hoping to buy the book you present in the video. I just wonder if there are going to be discount some day xD I'm pretty broke but I wanna buy the printed version

Although I know the chords and the scale, i didn't get the terminologies on unkind jazz books(also as I learned music theories translated into Korean when little), thank you so much for your kind tutorial on a keyboard, Bill! Much appreciated :)

@BillHilton

5 жыл бұрын

No problem, Annabelle - glad it's useful!

I wonder why there’s only 2000+ likes for this magnificent tutorial video!! What a great job👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@BillHilton

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much - glad you like it!

thank u.. so easy to follow, big hug to u brother ! :)

Thanks brother for wonderful information

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Sameer - good luck with your playing!

wow exactly what I have been looking for. simplified and yet so rich!!! Bill when you get a new Nord keyboard may you please pass that one on to me??? :) :) :)

I'm just starting out and this a HUUUUUUUGE!!!!! Jump from the first video

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, indeed! The trick is to make sure you've really got the stuff from tutorial one nailed right down to the point you don't really need to think about it, then begin to layer this stuff on top. Give me a shout if you have any specific Qs - always happy to help!

Great explanation 👌

@BillHilton

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Beautiful

@BillHilton

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ras!

muchas gracias por la clase, saludos desde Argentina!

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

De nada, Hernan, y saludos desde North Yorkshire!

Not gonna lie here, but when I was playing, it kinda felt like I was meditating. It was kind of blissful in a way.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a neuroscientist, Rosaline, but as I understand it there's similar stuff going on - it's all about flow states and suchlike. Glad you enjoyed it, anyway!

you are very good teacher! Where we can find the book? Gracias por el video

such a genious, thanks you

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joshua!

I am a rank beginner. Of all the videos I looked at and tried to follow I like yours the best because it is simply the most fun... Thanks for your nice pace, good attitude and inspiration.

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim - really glad you find them useful. I hope you feel you're making good progress!

DUDE YOU ARE MY YODA!

@BillHilton

6 жыл бұрын

Jazz piano teaching you I am

@JuicyLeek

4 жыл бұрын

@@BillHilton You kind of did a DOUBLE Yoda there :/ haha

Great stuff! I was wondering if you're keeping time as you improv here? I worry about my right hand flurrying notes and breaking the boundaries of the measures outlined by the left hand. I feel a little worry about fitting the notes in the 'space' of a measure.

Youn are so helpful!!!!

@BillHilton

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Daniel!

im about to audition for applied music, thank you for helping me haha

@BillHilton

10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and the very best of luck - let me know if you get in!

I like that the left hand leaves plenty of space to the right. Great exercise; thank you!

Hi Bill - thank you for your tutorials. I was wondering if I can print your book if I buy it as an ebook? I find it easier to have papers in front of me

This dude's hands have more personality than Anakin Skywalker in the entire prequel series

@MrDirtydisco

3 жыл бұрын

You were the Chosen One! It was said that you would destroy Mainstream Music, not join it. bring balance to Jazz, not leave it in darkness.

@Haighdr02

2 жыл бұрын

I don't like jazz.. Its dry and coarse and it gets everywhere

OK. Off to the piano to see it work.

Legend

There's something about the major pentatonic scale that puts me in a sentimental mood.

@BillHilton

7 жыл бұрын

Well we don't get many gags around here, and that's definitely one of the better ones...

@andrewxia734

6 жыл бұрын

MrPeaceandLibert

So when your album coming out bill?

10:10 was like ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Hi Bill (customer of your book here), o think most KZread and off-KZread teachers fail to capture and structure what improv is about. And you could provide such a supplement video. For me, you can’t learn French by watching a teacher speak quick French for an hour. Instead, explain the theories of improv, for me, it is about “call and response”, “repetition”, “sequencing” and melody making principles of “conjunction-disjunct movements”.

@BillHilton

3 жыл бұрын

I would agree. Half the problem, really, is that improvisation is as much a mindset as a set of techniques. Something I’ve thought about doing is releasing a few videos of me *just* improvising, marked up with graphics/subtitles to indicate what strategies I’m using/how I’m thinking at particular moments. Do you think that would be useful?