KEVIN HAYS WORKSHOP – SATURDAY MARCH 15, 2014 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, March 15, 2014 in NYC from 3:00-6:00pm.

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. 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