Jazz Theory Series 1: Master the language of jazz — from first chord to full fluency
Unlock the secrets behind timeless jazz standards and transform your playing with Jazz Theory Series 1: five in-depth modules, over 5 hours of video, and a specially curated workbook that bridges theory and real-world application. Taught by jazz pianist & composer Gerard D’Angelo, with 40+ years of international performances and top teaching roles in New York.Â
Transform your playing!What you'll learn from this course
🎹  Improvise with confidence and direction. Stop relying on memorized licks — start creating solos that flow naturally from your understanding of harmony.
🎹 Turn confusing theory into clear, usable knowledge. Concepts like II-Vs, tritone subs, and modal harmony become second nature through guided explanations and real examples.
🎹 Connect the dots between tunes and theory. Learn how great jazz standards are built — and use that knowledge to learn new songs faster.
🎹 Build a strong foundation that supports your unique voice. Master the “grammar” of jazz so you can express yourself more freely and musically.
🎹 Apply what you learn instantly with the 67-page workbook. Reinforce every concept through exercises that bridge theory and playing.
🎹 Learn at your own pace, but with purpose. Each module is structured for steady, meaningful progress — no filler, just fundamentals that matter.
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Advice From a World-Class Pianist Who Taught Some of the Best in the Industry
You’ll be learning directly from Gerard D'Angelo. Renowned jazz pianist and educator who has taught at some of the most acclaimed music schools in the world—right in the heart of New York City, the mecca of jazz.Â
New York is where legends are made. It’s the city that gave birth to bebop, where jazz giants like Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane pushed the boundaries of music. And now, you have the chance to learn - directly from your room.
Gerard D'Angelo
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Gerard is a faculty member of some of the biggest jazz schools in the planet, such as The New School and Manhattan School of Music. There he mentored stars such as Robert Glasper and Emmet Cohen.
Born in 1954 on Long Island, Gerard was immersed in jazz from an early age, inspired by his father’s stride piano playing. By high school, he was performing gigs and later studied at Berklee and Five Towns College, where he also began teaching. His career took off with tours, club gigs, and studies under jazz legends like Lenny Tristano, shaping his intuitive improvisational style.
Settling in Manhattan, Gerard performed at top jazz venues and festivals worldwide, collaborating with icons like Red Rodney, Nat Adderley, and Vincent Herring. His interest in composition grew, leading to recordings with leading jazz artists. In the ’90s, he transitioned to teaching at The New School and Manhattan School of Music, mentoring future stars such as Robert Glasper and Emmet Cohen.
Beyond jazz, he worked as musical director for Brian Stokes Mitchell, coached Ben Stiller for Broadway, and contributed to music production with Gary Haase. Today, Gerard continues performing, teaching, and leading Gotham Music Lab, an online platform dedicated to accessible, high-quality music education.
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