If you wish to get a basic knowledge of playing the piano and music theory this class is for you. Individual attention on what style you would like to start learning or improve on will be explored. Learn how to play or improvise on popular songs, the Blues, Barrelhouse, Boogie-Woogie, Rock & Roll and Jazz styles that will all be covered in the class. No matter what level you are on you will start with fairly simple rhythm patterns and expand to solo playing. You systematically build strength and agility, first in the right hand, then in the left, until you are playing right and left-hand patterns and you are on your way. Professor Louie gives hints and pointers about playing many styles including how to accompany singers, choirs in the blues, rock, pop and folk styles, perform as a soloist or as a member of a band and learn how to sing along with your piano playing. No reading is required. This class will be great for ear training. Don't play the piano? Now you will!

Professor Louie is a five-time Grammy nominee who produced and played on CDs for The Band.

For all levels except true beginners.