Gypsy Jazz Accordion Masterclass, Volume One: Rhythm & Harmony

Duration: 70 Minutes
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Welcome to the definitive guide for learning Gypsy Jazz on the accordion!

My name is Jonny Kerry, and after 15 years of playing and performing with some of the leading musicians in this style, I’ve created the masterclass I always wished existed when I was starting out.

Gypsy Jazz is a rich, complex style, and Volume One focuses on building your essential foundation in harmony and rhythm.

What You Will Learn in Volume One:

This 70-minute masterclass is a deep dive into the unique harmonic and rhythmic language of Gypsy Jazz, giving you the skills needed to accompany and support any soloist.

1. Chord Voicings

We strip away the confusion and systematically explore every chord found in the style, starting with the fundamentals and moving into advanced concepts:

• From Triads to Extensions: Master the basic triad before tackling jazz extensions, fourth voicings, and inversions.

• Unique Voicing Techniques: Learn different ways to voice the chords to achieve the authentic, swinging Gypsy Jazz sound.

2. The Art of Gypsy Rhythm

Rhythm is the heart of Gypsy Jazz. We break down common progressions and provide tools to diversify your rhythm playing:

• Rhythmic Techniques: Learn essential techniques like padding, rhythmic ideas, and the bellow shake.

• Time Signatures: Explore how to play rhythm across various forms, including the classic swing 4/4, 3/4 waltz, Gypsy Bossa and Bolero.

3. Support the Soloist

The final, crucial element is learning how to be a fantastic supporting musician. I provide examples and techniques on how to play and create beautiful, responsive backing that truly supports and elevates a soloist. If you’re ready to finally unlock the secrets of Gypsy Jazz harmony and lay down an authentic rhythm foundation, this masterclass is your starting point.

Testimonials:

"I've now watched and listened to the entire course. I'm simply amazed at how much you've put together and explained so clearly in this course. I've heard of all the topics before and even practiced some of them, but I've never experienced an accordion course that was so coherent and well-structured. I'm looking forward to exploring and combining the individual topics step by step. I hope I still have enough time in my life to achieve this progress in my music making. Thank you so much for this exceptional accordion lesson."