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Stop struggling with improvisation and getting stuck on scales & music theory. In this class, Grammy-Winner Cory Henry and a Berklee professor teach you how to improvise like a pro with easy-to-follow exercises that get you playing impressive piano solos in just 30 days – no advanced theory required!
Stop struggling with improvisation and getting stuck on scales & music theory! In this class, Grammy-Winner Cory Henry and a Berklee professor teach you how to improvise like a pro with easy-to-follow exercises that get you playing impressive piano solos in just 30 days – no advanced theory required!
Learn Cory Henry’s framework to play fluid, creative, and mind-blowing solos
Build solos using themes, melodies, and rhythms to tell musical stories that keep listeners hooked
Navigate complex music with ease and create powerful, well-structured solos
Learn how different chords work together within a key to create beautiful harmonic progressions.
We’ll explore how chords are built and used to form the foundation of your favorite songs.
I’ll show you some great left-hand chord voicings that will make your solos sound richer and more dynamic.
You’ll learn to craft solos that fit perfectly within the key, making your improvisations sound smooth and cohesive.
This fun exercise will have you shifting notes by octaves to add exciting variations to your melodies.
We’ll use arpeggios to help you create melodic lines that are both compelling and harmonically sound.
Adding passing chords to your phrases will give your playing a more sophisticated and fluid feel.
I’ll teach you techniques for soloing over reharmonized chord progressions to keep your playing fresh and interesting.
Add flair to your playing with various embellishment techniques, making your performances unique.
Rhythm is key to engaging solos – we’ll focus on how to make your rhythm tight and captivating.
You’ll learn to synchronize harmony and melody seamlessly, enhancing your overall musicality.
Let’s improve your soloing by incorporating effective and supportive left-hand comping rhythms.
Adding syncopated rhythms to your solos will give them an extra punch and keep listeners on their toes.
We’ll explore how you can use rhythmic techniques to creatively incorporate and even disguise unintended notes.
Phrasing is all about expression – I’ll show you how to use it to convey emotion and tell a story through your solos.
Embellishments add flair to your playing, and we’ll cover various techniques to make your solos stand out.
We’ll draw inspiration from vocal techniques to add expressive trills and embellishments to your music.
Integrating embellishments, chord scales, and runs will make your solos intricate and expressive.
A well-structured solo can make all the difference – I’ll guide you through creating solos that are impactful and coherent.
Using motifs and themes, you’ll learn how to tell a compelling story through your music.
Developing both short and long rhythmic motifs will add variety and depth to your playing.
I’ll show you how to take a musical idea and develop it into a full, expressive theme throughout your solo.
Watch as I demonstrate a well-structured solo, showing how all these elements come together beautifully.
We’ll explore techniques to help you connect deeply with your music, making your solos more authentic and heartfelt.
Yousic Play’s accelerated learning method helps you learn skills faster and have more fun playing. You’ll be guided by Cory and connected with a supportive community of other musicians for encouragement.
With over 100 Million Views, Cory Henry’s performances are the most-watched piano and organ performances in YouTube history. A prodigy who began playing at the age of 2, Cory has been a featured soloist with artists like Imagine Dragons, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Bruce Springsteen. Together with Alain Merville, Cory has taught thousands of pianists across the world. Prepare to be amazed and inspired by learning from this musical genius.
Be patient with yourself. Give yourself some time to grow and stretch. You can put all of these ideas we learned together to make yourself a better musician.”
Well, they’re singing our praises.
by using their creativity and bringing the PLAY back in playing
with easy-to-follow lesson plans and practice materials created by experts
with access to a diverse supportive community of fellow musicians
This course is for all intermediate and advanced-level pianists, whether you’re new to improvisation, a fan of Cory Henry, or a more experienced soloist looking to accelerate your growth and expand your skills. The projects are designed so that you can practice and learn at the pace of your own personal abilities.
You need a comfortable knowledge level of the piano to participate in this workshop. Berklee College of Music professor Alain Merville explains all of the music theory and provides practical understanding behind every concept and technique Cory teaches. This curriculum is packed with information and you’ll likely get different learnings of it depending on your level of musical knowledge.
We provide resources throughout the course to help you: including pre-recorded Q&As with Cory & Alain, music theory exercises, ear training exercises, performance exercises, and play-along tracks for you to measure your progress throughout the entire experience.
Yes! You’ll have lifetime access to the video lessons, pre-recorded Q&As, full curriculum, and continued access to the Yousic Play community. You’ll be able to use the video as a resource as you continue to develop your musical skills alongside your peers and for the rest of your music journey.
Absolutely not. All the video lessons are pre-recorded, allowing you to watch them whenever is best for you. Inside the platform, you’ll see the daily classwork to complete to stay on track.
The Q&A sessions with Cory and Alain were recorded previously and include tons of valuable tips and instruction as part of the journey. You’ll get the best of both worlds – many of the benefits of learning in person, all from the comfort of your own home and the flexibility of your own hours.
Yes. If for any reason you want to refund your enrollment, you may do so within the first 30 days of starting the course and receive credit back in your account to take a different workshop or class.
If there are any other questions, please send us an email at hello@yousicplay.com and we’ll gladly help you!