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  • čas přidán 2. 08. 2024
  • There is so much to learn before you can adequately comp - before you can successfully be the one in the band who lays down the harmony for everyone else. Whether you are a piano, organ, guitar, or vibes player in your jazz band, this video will provide an overview, but also very specific advice about how to comp - from voicings to rhythms to a deep understanding of what your purpose is as a chord instrument.
    0:00 Intro
    0:17 Why we comp
    1:53 When to comp
    2:48 comping rhythms
    9:05 Which notes to play (open and closed)
    19:04 switching from chord to chord (playing in the spaces - accenting important rhythms)
    25:55 Making a melody out of your comping
    28:29 Wrapping up
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Komentáře • 126

  • @josephlavecchia8069
    @josephlavecchia8069 Před 2 lety +14

    Great video!! 24:05 Should be Ebo7, right?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety +8

      Oh man! That’s right. Good catch. Thank you.

    • @josephlavecchia8069
      @josephlavecchia8069 Před 2 lety +2

      @@AimeeNolte No problem. Keep killing it.

    • @barnybeatz
      @barnybeatz Před rokem

      Aimee I love you………….
      Currently I had be look for a proper explanation for comping bcos I keep getting in the way of the singer by creating different melodies often times is a problem for them tnk u this is the best video

  • @AlexTuble
    @AlexTuble Před 2 lety +52

    Dang, there aren't enough CZcamsrs out there claiming to have that complete guide to anything. That's how you know Aimee has true breadth and knowledge on her craft. We're truly blessed to be gifted this for free!

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety +12

      To be sure, there probably is never really a complete guide to anything, but this is just about the best I could do. Thanks for your nice comment.

    • @Allen2saint
      @Allen2saint Před 2 lety +6

      @@AimeeNolte you are so generous with your knowledge. Your videos are always solid and educational. More than many paid lessons. You swing!

    • @WyattLite-n-inn
      @WyattLite-n-inn Před 2 lety +3

      @@AimeeNolte Helps to be a freaking brilliant musician and a genius teacher. One in a million

    • @Ludada101
      @Ludada101 Před 2 lety +3

      Aimee is the absolute truth

  • @mdp303
    @mdp303 Před 2 lety +7

    ‘The bass player won’t get mad at you for stealing their note’…so true😂. Such a good lesson 👌😁.

  • @connshawnery6489
    @connshawnery6489 Před 2 lety +6

    Aimée is a multiple threat since, she’s not only a great player and teacher, but can also sing. Whenever I’d go audition for something, being a vocalist was always my secret weapon.

  • @Asa_Morris
    @Asa_Morris Před 2 lety +2

    That's Aimee " Look for your fourths ... that's //hip// " Nolte. That's quality.

  • @rumpelRAINS
    @rumpelRAINS Před 2 lety +3

    I wanna say thanks to Aimee Nolte for always giving us great education videos and not spamming my feed with top 10 videos.

  • @danieltresa2943
    @danieltresa2943 Před 2 lety +5

    perfect, many tutorials are about explaining what 9 #11 or b13 are but this is the first time I've heard about how to actually use it in playing real tunes.. thank you so much, more of this kind of videos about voicing and stuff like that

  • @rocketpost1
    @rocketpost1 Před 2 lety +10

    Really excellent lesson Aimee. I loved it and even though I don't play piano, I totally understand what you are saying. I can see the chords, extensions and colour notes that you are playing. The path of least resistance is also applicable to the guitar and finding the best fingering is everything. I think this is one of your best lessons. Thanks.

  • @edgarsnake2857
    @edgarsnake2857 Před 2 lety +5

    Outstanding lesson. I'm a lifetime pop and rock musician and I've always been interested in jazz comping. While I do understand all the basics, your comment about playing the comp rhythm like the punches from a horn section totally crystallized the comping concept for me. Thanks.

    • @InventorZahran
      @InventorZahran Před 2 lety +1

      A lot of early rock 'n' roll songs also feature those same big band-style rhythmic punches, but played by the electric guitar instead of a horn section.

  • @jasonbrooks623
    @jasonbrooks623 Před 2 lety +5

    REALLY enjoying your work. I've only watched two so far, but your style is casual and insightful, patient--and, most importantly, practical. One thing I noticed, as a classical player that doesn't quite "get" jazz (yet?), is how jazz has made tri-tones palatable. That just blows my mind.

  • @johnhuynh5996
    @johnhuynh5996 Před 2 lety +3

    Most videos I've watched focus on a certain type of voicing and how to put it into action, but this video delved into the theory behind it. I'm definitely going to take time breaking down and experimenting with each chord. This was extremely helpful. Thank you Aimee.

  • @m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n
    @m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n Před 2 lety +4

    the 3 7 9 13 spacing was just what i needed to beef up (or more accurately "weird-out") a bridge of a song ive just been missing that final bit of intrigue from. thanks. so many of these jazz improv vids over the years have helped me with my pop/indie arrangements as a songwriter x x x x

  • @countrpoint9072
    @countrpoint9072 Před 2 lety +2

    Hi Aimee, it was wonderful to see you play this weekend. Thank you :)

  • @simonezanella5953
    @simonezanella5953 Před 2 lety +14

    This is the video I've been looking for for for years. Comping has always been a mystery to me and sadly my country has not that big expertise as far as jazz is concerned. It is good to find these videos. Also your series 'Accompany Yourself' is something I absolutely recommend. Thanks!!

    • @m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n
      @m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n Před 2 lety +2

      this channels just so good! also i like the channel "walk that bass" too

    • @OctiveKyla
      @OctiveKyla Před 2 lety +1

      I’m going to watch the “Accompany Yourself” series. Thanks for the recommendation.

    • @simonezanella5953
      @simonezanella5953 Před 2 lety +1

      @@OctiveKyla it is really helpful. Also accompanying with open and closed voicings is a real treasure 💪

  • @pylang3803
    @pylang3803 Před 2 lety +5

    You have unlocked a mystery that has puzzled me since always.
    The gratitude I have ... wow. Thank you Aimee.

  • @ryankembo4841
    @ryankembo4841 Před 2 lety +4

    This is so helpful! I play guitar in a big band, and this just opens up my mind to so many possibilities that can up my playing! Thank you immensely, Aimee 🎶

  • @OctiveKyla
    @OctiveKyla Před 2 lety +1

    “Find a Triad (on top).” An entire video on that topic with the path of least resistance, common tones from all these Comon tones. I have never heard that idea mentioned before.

  • @kevinwager9284
    @kevinwager9284 Před 2 měsíci

    late last night I tuned in for one of your videos, it made me think of this old movie titled A Song is Born starring Danny Kaye zany film about the origins of music. All of the Jazz greats had a part in this film.

  • @patrickcunningham618
    @patrickcunningham618 Před 2 lety +2

    tyvm Aimee!!!!!!!! a singer has to be conscious, and confident to sing through those hip chords

  • @tonywalters66
    @tonywalters66 Před 2 lety +3

    You really ARE a brilliant teacher. Thanks x

  • @Maurice75
    @Maurice75 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Aimee. You are a life-saver...

  • @ianflurrance8438
    @ianflurrance8438 Před 2 lety +2

    Just the video I was looking for! Thank you so much Aimee! I play a lot with rock groups and and these approaches would actually really help there too. I can’t wait to try them!

  • @cathierayes4226
    @cathierayes4226 Před 2 lety +2

    Oh, Aimee! What a resource you've given us!! Thank you from the bottom of this composer's heart!! I'm always looking for ways to make my arrangements sing and this is just what I needed!!

  • @maxpower7916
    @maxpower7916 Před 2 lety +2

    Man, do I love your channel Aimee! so helpful!

  • @steveimprovises
    @steveimprovises Před rokem +1

    Hey Aimee! This video (and the one in the accompanying yourself list) completely saved me.. I was asked to fill in at a big band rehearsal and read charts, something I haven't done in 20 years, and just practicing some of these rhythms and listening to all of your advice really prepped me to step up and do something more than I'm used to. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

  • @RK-xp7qn
    @RK-xp7qn Před rokem +1

    great video, thank you! from japan

  • @emclau5394
    @emclau5394 Před 2 lety +2

    Can’t get enough, love the talking hands

  • @PabloTarantino
    @PabloTarantino Před 2 lety +1

    Only on this video you just answered many questions I had about voicings and and comping. You're amazing Aimee! thanks a lot!

  • @jessesingersongwriter
    @jessesingersongwriter Před 2 lety +1

    This is gold.

  • @oselini
    @oselini Před 2 lety +2

    This Is a very important and huge subject! This video is useful to guitar players also! Thx for sharing!!!!

  • @imsum1now
    @imsum1now Před 2 lety +1

    So inspiring. Thanks so much. You rock from Bach to Miles to me.

  • @spirosmoutsatsos4590
    @spirosmoutsatsos4590 Před rokem

    What a beauty when in operation a gifted and hard working mind whith the proven simplicity in shearing
    Thanks and God bless you

  • @bobbystrickland6693
    @bobbystrickland6693 Před 2 lety +2

    Aimee.... A: you look so beautiful. B: this is so useful and out of the box (not for you but for me). I just love you!!!!

  • @TonyThomas10000
    @TonyThomas10000 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome lesson as usual. Your smooth voice reminds me so much of my cousin who was a radio DJ and a singer!

  • @iluvshuze333
    @iluvshuze333 Před 2 lety +1

    Such a great video! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

  • @parkerpolen
    @parkerpolen Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Aimee! This was an incredibly helpful video.

  • @jozam11
    @jozam11 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video, Aimee. So complete.

  • @dontwasteachance
    @dontwasteachance Před 2 lety +3

    Great lessons, on one of my favorite topics (and one that I think doesn't get enough emphasis).

  • @TheHBaer
    @TheHBaer Před 2 lety +1

    This is so good!! Thank you, Aimee!!

  • @thomasgore2687
    @thomasgore2687 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic as usual

  • @tiablasangoriti8347
    @tiablasangoriti8347 Před 2 lety

    I love your teaching style and personality Aimee. You have made my music theory journey such a pleasure. Be Well.
    You are Awesome!😍

  • @desmondtutu7916
    @desmondtutu7916 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome as usual. Thank you!

  • @lllewis2506
    @lllewis2506 Před 2 lety +2

    Very cool. Learned something new 👏🏾

  • @tamara_ogen_music
    @tamara_ogen_music Před 2 lety +1

    a HUGE thanks, Aimee!

  • @banaabekwegirl5731
    @banaabekwegirl5731 Před 2 lety

    So helpful. Especially love the suggestion of writing out all the chords. That is my self-assigned task for this week. Daunting/exciting.

  • @martoneill
    @martoneill Před rokem +1

    This is great - thank you!

  • @agerray
    @agerray Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing video! Thank you SO much.

  • @MartinoLega
    @MartinoLega Před 2 lety +1

    thanks aimee!!

  • @jojo-fj7lw
    @jojo-fj7lw Před 2 lety

    Loved the transition between iii - iiib dim7 - ii. Using dim7 as passing chord❤️ also 3 & 7 are king for left hand! Last one, common tones are important for smooth playing👌

  • @BMarPiano
    @BMarPiano Před 2 lety +3

    This is great!

  • @CharlesAustin
    @CharlesAustin Před 2 lety

    All good exquisite stuff.. ‘Always love your singing too !!

  • @Ayo.Ajisafe
    @Ayo.Ajisafe Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks Aimee! You have a gift for teaching.

    • @g1adresse
      @g1adresse Před rokem

      she not only has teaching gift but also playing, singing, proselytizing,,.. she is a shaman of the jazz spirit. Just an opinion of a music lover from Africa.

  • @Li-pw2fg
    @Li-pw2fg Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is wonderful i love it thank you so much ♥️

  • @TonyThomas10000
    @TonyThomas10000 Před 2 lety +8

    Just in case folks don't know what "comping" is: "the action of playing a musical accompaniment, especially in jazz or blues." (ac-COMP-animent).

    • @Asa_Morris
      @Asa_Morris Před 2 lety +2

      I always enjoy getting into arguments postulating that it's the action of complementing the other musicians' music.
      COMP-le-ment

    • @TonyThomas10000
      @TonyThomas10000 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Asa_Morris Do a quick Google search...

    • @Asa_Morris
      @Asa_Morris Před 2 lety

      @@TonyThomas10000 Wikipedia appears to favor bipartisanship, for whatever it's worth, "or possibly from the verb, 'to complement."
      Possibly! Possibly? Bah.
      Anyway, I'm just being pesky. It's definitely derived from accompaniment lmao

  • @gdamad1826
    @gdamad1826 Před 2 lety +2

    Interesting lesson and great t-shirt!

  • @demosongsheetmusic
    @demosongsheetmusic Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing video! Thank you! At 5:56 I got a little confused with the off-beats example, since you were anticipating the chords (playing chords a beat before they "naturally" occur). All clear now! 😊
    Writing it here in case someone else starts scratching his head. 😁🎹
    EDIT: at 18:44 you say "9 and the 11", but it's the 9 & 13 actually :)) Lots of numbers to say, lots of room for mistakes :D
    Thanks for the content once more, really good stuff! 😊

  • @amandacanan8291
    @amandacanan8291 Před rokem +1

    I adore you!!!!!!!

  • @judahroused1168
    @judahroused1168 Před 2 lety +1

    Good teaching made easy to grasp....

  • @user-qn9ne5pu5l
    @user-qn9ne5pu5l Před rokem +1

    Thank you very much!!

  • @jishnupianoprogress783
    @jishnupianoprogress783 Před 2 lety +1

    You are my favourite youtuber

  • @danielche2349
    @danielche2349 Před rokem +1

    Amazing lesson!

  • @junshimada8800
    @junshimada8800 Před 2 lety

    I only wish I had the time to practice everything I've learned about theory and harmony from you, ben levin and adam neely since the pandemic started. and also to adapt that to the cello, cause there's not a lot about comping for cello around the web. thank you so much!

  • @morrisman64
    @morrisman64 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for this helpful video.

  • @andredobbs5390
    @andredobbs5390 Před 2 lety +1

    This is great! Now I need a piano

  • @rloggen
    @rloggen Před 2 lety +1

    Great

  • @JoshWalshMusic
    @JoshWalshMusic Před 2 lety +2

    Time to break out iRealPro and polish up those 4th voicings again!

  • @Doumbeck
    @Doumbeck Před 2 lety +1

    I call you the Angel of Jazz

  • @jermelkin2881
    @jermelkin2881 Před 2 lety

    hey, can you please do an instruction video on glissando (slide)? ive been struggling with these...

  • @turbodownwarddog
    @turbodownwarddog Před 10 měsíci +1

    This works for guitar too.

  • @stever1514
    @stever1514 Před rokem

    Can you comment on how you change your comping from solo to solo so that your chords don't sound stagnant? That's aomething I always struggled with. Thanks for your great videos.

  • @spirosmoutsatsos4590
    @spirosmoutsatsos4590 Před 2 lety

    Lovely i wish you or i can arrange a lesson if I can afford it
    Thanks again

  • @marfaxa
    @marfaxa Před 2 lety

    Can this translate to guitar (obv. it can) and how can guitarists interpret this video efficiently?

  • @georgefirk5531
    @georgefirk5531 Před 2 lety

    An excellent lesson…could you please tell me the name of the fantastic Grand Piano you are playing on,Thank you.

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety

      It’s a Hallet Davis :) details are on my website under the gear tab.

  • @thomasgore2687
    @thomasgore2687 Před 2 lety

    what is best arrangement of notes for the diminished chord when comping
    is is still b3rd or bb7th on bottom and b5 and root on top?
    I'm working on comping on Once I Loved and when the first diminished chord comes along, I get hung up

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety

      Think about where you are going and then make a decision. Also about where you’ve been. You want it to be smooth but with dim chords, any of the four inversions is acceptable

  • @gijazz1757
    @gijazz1757 Před 2 lety +1

    I love your videos. Thanks for sharing these techniques in a very down to earth practical way. There are a lot of theory books around but you nail down the question 'ok, what should I play NOW!'
    I have a request. I am accompanying a singer and find it kind of more complex than comping behind a soloist. Any advice?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety

      Check out my playlists and look at the How To Accompany Yourself one! That ought to do the trick!

    • @gijazz1757
      @gijazz1757 Před 2 lety

      @@AimeeNolte thanks. These videos are definitely helpful but I am looking for advice as to whether play chords only or counter melodies. I have Nina Simone in mind as in I put a spell on you or Tommy Flanagan with Ella.
      Great sidemen (or women) are leaving space for the singer while being there. How do you find the right balance?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety

      Listen to the greats. Sounds like you already are. That’s all we can do, once we learn the fundamentals. Copy and create!

  • @brent3542
    @brent3542 Před 2 lety +1

    Aimee 😄👉👈

  • @foodtop_official
    @foodtop_official Před 3 měsíci

    Do you have any course/book to study comping like this video?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 3 měsíci

      Mark Levine’s Jazz Piano book is great

  • @matthewgoldberg1461
    @matthewgoldberg1461 Před 2 lety +1

    Aimee, wonderful lesson. Will take me month (or months) to full absorb. Question: you don’t say anything about pedaling. Do you basically stay off the sustain pedal, because it would blur you rhythmic patterns - particularly the staccato “stabs”?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety +7

      I don’t ever think about using the pedal when I’m comping, unless things get very loud and sustained. Usually I keep my feet away from that pedal. Thx Matt!

  • @simonezanella5953
    @simonezanella5953 Před 2 lety

    Hello, Aimee. If I comp for myself while I sing and play stride piano with my left hand, can I use the same rhythmic patterns (e.g. at 7:00) or are there any different patters that fit stride piano better? And what are the voicings for comping? I remember from your lesson on "Oh Christmas Tree" that 3rds and 7ths are not the best choice for stride piano. Thanks!! 🤗🤗

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 2 lety

      It will depend on what song you are doing. It’s always best to try things out and trust your ears to make decisions when you are unsure. If you’d like to post a little video of yourself giving it a shot with what you think is best and send it to my Instagram, I could give you some feedback.

    • @simonezanella5953
      @simonezanella5953 Před 2 lety +1

      @@AimeeNolte Thanks a lot, Aimee, for your answer and for your time. I will, not immediately because I'm stuck with some work, but as soon as I make the video, I will show you. Thanks again!! 🤗🤗

  • @alvincalumba6242
    @alvincalumba6242 Před 7 měsíci

    How can i download the complete guide,pls. Reply

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I’m so happy to let you know that now all of the worksheets from my videos are available on my website. You can find the one you need right there. Thanks so much for writing! www.aimeenolte.com/pdfs-worksheets-charts

  • @speksken
    @speksken Před 2 lety

    Great insight! What is the piano brand?

  • @TinoCarugati
    @TinoCarugati Před 2 lety +1

    Clap clap clap

    • @thenix0389
      @thenix0389 Před 2 lety

      2 maestri in un solo video? 🎵🎶
      Grandissimo Tino!

    • @TinoCarugati
      @TinoCarugati Před 2 lety +1

      @@thenix0389 Grazie, caro, troppo buono

  • @surprise3940
    @surprise3940 Před 2 lety +1

    @Aimee Nolte Music Can you fix the description? The time stamp isn't :17. It's 0:17

  • @FranciscoA.22033
    @FranciscoA.22033 Před rokem

    Why not explore Rootless Voicings like your friend Tony Winston does?
    I love your voice Aimee!
    Didn't record Spotfy anymore?

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před rokem +1

      I have many videos on rootless voicings! And four albums on Spotify! 🙌🏼🙌🏼 Much thanks

    • @FranciscoA.22033
      @FranciscoA.22033 Před rokem

      ​@@AimeeNolteok! Aimee! Thanks!

  • @rickyguitarman3839
    @rickyguitarman3839 Před 2 lety

    i always wondered... can a Jazz musician read music as fast as a Classical musician? Considering that a Classical musician read music like "we" read the news paper. Any comment?

    • @cathierayes4226
      @cathierayes4226 Před 2 lety +1

      Jazz quite often runs pretty fast, Ricky. I'm classically trained and couldn't always keep up when i was sight-reading--had to really up my game.

    • @rickyguitarman3839
      @rickyguitarman3839 Před 2 lety

      @@cathierayes4226 my wi

  • @falsenotefest
    @falsenotefest Před rokem

    What is this accent

  • @OmariLiveHD
    @OmariLiveHD Před 2 lety +2

    First :)

  • @Blue-qr7qe
    @Blue-qr7qe Před 2 lety

    I may be a million miles off the mark, here, but i think this has real application to Stevie Ray Vaughan's blues as he is covering both soloist lead and rhythm guitar in his trio.
    I would love to hear your
    reaction/analysis of what you're seeing/hearing in his Texas Flood:
    czcams.com/video/KC5H9P4F5Uk/video.html
    Thanks, Aimee -

  • @patrickcunningham618
    @patrickcunningham618 Před 2 lety

    looping.....

  • @FranciscoA.22033
    @FranciscoA.22033 Před rokem

    Hello Aimee,
    You're great, The problem is you talk so fast. If you speak more slowly it would be very good.
    But congratulations to you.
    I love jazz here in Brazil.

    • @AimeeNolte
      @AimeeNolte  Před rokem +1

      You can slow the speed! Click the three dots! Should do the trick! 🙌🏼

  • @signetulupan
    @signetulupan Před 2 lety

    No voice like Aimees