KEVIN HAYS WORKSHOP – SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2013 IN NYC

Kevin will be conducting another in a series of workshops for pianists and other instrumentalists interested in developing their harmony, line playing and general improvisational skills on Saturday November 2nd in NYC from 12:00-5:00pm.

These are small, intimate classes with an opportunity to play, ask questions, problem solve and discuss whatever issues students wish to bring forward.

Topics will include:

• Harmonic Development on Standards and Originals


• Voice Leading through progressions and in soloing (applicable to all instruments)


• Rhythm and Phrasing – ‘Demystifying Swing’


• Creating New Voicings Spontaneously


• Melodic and inventive line playing – Breaking Free of patterns and ‘licks’


• Solving Technical Problems


• The Art of Building a Solo

These workshops fill up quickly so pre-registration and a non-refundable payment are required. Email info@kevinhays.com for more information.

“This workshop is really great. Kevin’s ability to balance the presentation of musical concepts with personal demonstration and hands-on coaching was perfect. It allowed for the session to have a private lesson feel, but with the advantages of group input only possible in the context of a larger master class. I learned a lot – when’s the next one?”
- Gary Versace (Maria Schneider, John Scofield, John Abercrombie, Al Foster)

“Kevin Hays is a true original. Everything he plays has a deep intelligence and swing.”
- Brad Mehldau