Unlocking Jazz Creativity: An Afternoon with Dave Frank at Cunningham Piano

Join us at Cunningham Piano’s Cherry Hill showroom on Sunday, July 21st, at 3 pm for a transformative afternoon with master jazz pianist and educator Dave Frank. This event promises a unique blend of concert performance and hands-on improvisation workshop designed to unleash your inner jazz musician.

Dave Frank, a celebrated jazz pianist and former faculty member at Berklee College of Music, has dedicated his career to teaching and performing jazz. He’s renowned for his ability to transform novice musicians into confident improvisers. With best-selling books like "Joy of Improv" and "Breakthrough to Improv" published by Hal Leonard, Dave has established himself as a leading authority in jazz education.

Date and Time:
Sunday, July 21st, 3 pm

Location:
Cunningham Piano, Cherry Hill Showroom

Agenda:

• Solo Concert (3:00 - 4:00 pm): Experience Dave Frank's masterful jazz performance, showcasing his dynamic range and improvisational prowess.
• Interactive Improvisation Workshop (4:00 pm onwards): Engage in a hands-on session where Dave will guide participants through the basics of jazz improvisation, emphasizing practical techniques and creative exploration.

Admission: $20 at the door

($15 for Seniors and Students)

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• Expert Guidance: Learn from a master jazz pianist who has been teaching and performing for over five decades.
• Interactive Learning: Gain practical skills through an engaging and interactive workshop designed for pianists of all levels.
• Creative Expression: Discover the joy of improvisation and unlock your musical creativity.

In a recent interview on the Cunningham Piano Show podcast, Dave shared insights into his approach to jazz education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both musical elements (scales, chords, arpeggios) and improvisational concepts (phrasing, flow, and rhythm).

Dave’s method is accessible and intuitive, making jazz improvisation achievable for everyone. He uses simple, structured exercises to help students develop their improvisational skills step by step. For instance, starting with a basic modal vamp in the left hand and exploring scales in the right hand, he encourages students to create their own musical phrases and build confidence in their improvisational abilities.

Participants will begin with fundamental exercises, learning to improvise over a drone and simple scales. As the workshop progresses, Dave will introduce more complex elements and improvisational techniques, ensuring that everyone, from beginners to more experienced pianists, can benefit and grow.

Watch this excerpt from the podcast interview where Dave gives a Jazz improv lesson to classical pianist Madalina Danila and gets her improvising instantly with his approach!

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. Whether you’re an aspiring jazz musician or a seasoned pianist looking to expand your skills, Dave Frank’s workshop at Cunningham Piano is an event you won't want to miss.

Reserve your spot today and get ready to embark on a musical journey like no other! 

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