I Got Rhythm, Harmonic Analysis

About this episode

Dr. Bob Lawrence discusses the challenges of modern music education and the importance of structured practice in jazz piano through an analysis of Gershwin's 'I Got Rhythm.'

Podcast Packets Illustrations Lead Sheets Play Alongs Forums Jazz Piano Skills Community Summary Dr. Bob Lawrence discusses the challenges of modern music education, emphasizing the importance of structured, foundational practice in jazz piano. He guides listeners through a detailed analysis of Gershwin's 'I Got Rhythm,' highlighting key concepts in harmony, melody, and rhythm, and shares effective study strategies. Keywords Jazz Piano, Music Education, Harmonic Analysis, 'I Got Rhythm', Pr...

People in this episode

Host: Bob Lawrence

Topics covered

• jazz piano
• music education
• harmonic analysis
• I Got Rhythm

Keywords

• Jazz Piano
• Music Education
• Harmonic Analysis
• 'I Got Rhythm'

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Books & works: I Got Rhythm, Harmonic Analysis, I Got Rhythm, I Got Rhythm'

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