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Learn how to manage and modify the harmony of a song and discover the main techniques of reharmonization by following Valerio Silvestro’s advice.
Author of the Best Seller, with over 5,000 courses sold, “HOLY HARMONY VOL.1”
What is the secret of a groovy rhythm section?
How do you build a riff that makes everyone dance?
Are you curious to see the process behind a hit song?
YouJazz presents the new video course “Groove: how to make people dance, Vol.1” in collaboration with Mo Pleasure, keyboardist, bassist and Musical director who collaborated with Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Earth, Wind and Fire, Marcus Miller, Joss Stone, George Duke, Chaka Khan, Jimi Hendrix Experience Tour, Alicia Keys, and many others.
Embark on a journey in search of the common matrix that binds all black music: the groove.
Together with Mo Pleasure you will discover the basics of the rhythm section to play blues, pop, funk and jazz; you will be able to listen to the valuable advice from a successful Musical Director and observe the process of creating a song.
The course is divided into several chapters that address the main musical genres of African American music.
1. Mo Pleasure short biography, career anecdotes
2. The basics of groove
3. The Blues
4. Jazz
5. Funk
6. Pop
7. Listening advice and analysis of significant songs in the history of black music
8. Be a Musical Director
The course is suitable for all musicians as it covers fundamental concepts applicable to any level.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER PAYMENT YOU WILL FIND THE PURCHASED CONTENT IN YOUR ACCOUNT INSIDE THE PLATFORM MUSIXUP.COM
| INTRODUCTION | ||
| HOW TO GROOVE, TECHNIQUES ON PIANO AND BASS | ||
| MILESTONES OF GROOVE | ||
| FINAL GREETINGS & LISTENING RECCOMANDATIONS | ||
Morris Pleasure known affectionately as Mo Pleasure, this renowned multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer.
began playing acoustic piano at the age of four and by his early teens already mastered several instruments including bass, trumpet and guitar.
Upon receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Music from University of Connecticut, Mo began his professional music career starting with the great Ray Charles.
He then began his 30+ year music career as a live and session player based out of NYC, LA, Atlanta and London backing some of the most accomplished talents in Jazz, R&B and pop including:
George Duke, Natalie Cole, Christina Aguilera, Brian Culbertson, Michael McDonald, Jimi Hendrix Experience Tour, Joss Stone, Seal, Michael Bolton, Paula Abdul, Chaka Khan, Kenny Loggins, Paul Young, Peter Andre,
Maxwell, Roberta Flack, Marcus Miller, Jamie Foxx, Paul Young, Alicia Keys,
Average White Band, Maze, Sheila E., Najee, Patti Labelle, Patti Austin, Peter
Cetera e Mary J. Blige, to name a few.
Mo was a principal member and Music Director of the legendary group Earth, Wind & Fire from 1993-2001.
He was also featured on keyboards, trumpet and guitar with Janet Jackson’s 2001 “All For You” tour.
Mo was a keyboardist in Michael Jackson’s final band and subsequent movie “This Is It”.
Has also toured extensively with David Foster and is currently Music Director for Bette Midler.
In addition to performing at worldwide jazz and pop festivals including Montreux Jazz,
North Sea Jazz, Playboy Jazz, St. Lucia, Cancun, Lugano Jazz, and Montreal,
He is currently a music director at the Okeechobee Music and Art Festival in Florida.
Mo has also been a featured concert pianist, performing Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” with dozens of orchestras worldwide.
There are numerous television and video performances to his credit, including Ray
Charles BBC Special, Mad TV, BET on Jazz, VH1 “ Storytellers”, The David Letterman Show, The Tonight Show, X- Factor and The Talk w/ Mary J. Blige, George Lopez Show, Earth, Wind & Fire documentary Shining Stars, HBO Special – Janet Jackson in Hawaii, Michael Jackson “This Is It,” David Foster “The Hit Man Returns,” The White House Motown Tribute Special on A&E.
Mo’s discography is extensive and his movie soundtrack credits include “Talkin’” featured in the Disney movie “Three Men and a Little Lady” and the EWF single
“Cruisin,” featured in Spike Lee’s “Get On The Bus.”
Mo is a Yamaha keyboard Artist and also endorses Yamaha, Schecter and Bossa basses among other music products.
These instructional videos are designed for those who want to learn to synthesis and sound design. These video lessons cover the most important topics with practical examples and explanations to improve your knowledge of synthesis and sound design in a practical and comprehensive way.
From beginners who know nothing about synthesis, all the way to those who already know quite a bit about sound design, all users will gain knowledge from this course. This course is designed for all instrumentalists, singers, artists, and producers. All you need is your computer to view the course, and a MIDI keyboard, if possible.
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