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Lick #3

Affectionately known as the "Jimmy Yancey Lick", this lick became associated with Jimmy Yancey because of his abundant use of it. It can be played in 6ths or 3rds and is an essential part of the Boogie Woogie, Blues and Country styles.

Try using your 4th finger instead of your 5th finger on black keys.

Part I - Introducing the Lick

Pages 45-46 in How To Play Boogie Woogie Piano

How To Play Boogie Woogie Piano Textbook

The curriculum references page numbers in our text book. Purchase is recommended but not necessary to complete the course.

Parts: 

3

Course Time:     1-3 weeks

Effort: 

15-20 min / day

Skill Level:          All

Prerequisites:     The Basics

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