Topics & Goals
Seventh Chords
Build major 7, dominant 7, and minor 7 chords and resolve them in context.
Extended Harmony
Add 9ths, 11ths, and 13ths to shape color and movement.
Voicings & Inversions
Use closed and open voicings and inversions for smooth voice leading.
Rhythm & Groove
Apply syncopation, swing, and ahead/behind-the-beat placement to create feel.
DAW MIDI Workflow
Record, quantize, and edit MIDI performances for musical timing and dynamics.
Genre Techniques
Translate keyboard roles across pop, R&B/neo-soul, hip-hop, and electronic styles.
Layering & Arrangement
Build complementary keyboard parts and manage space, width, and structure.
Improvisation & Expression
Improvise with scales and chord tones and capture expressive phrasing.
