Comping - The Complete Guide

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There is so much to learn before you can adequately comp - before you can successfully be the one in the band who lays down the harmony for everyone else. Whether you are a piano, organ, guitar, or vibes player in your jazz band, this video will provide an overview, but also very specific advice about how to comp - from voicings to rhythms to a deep understanding of what your purpose is as a chord instrument.
0:00 Intro
0:17 Why we comp
1:53 When to comp
2:48 comping rhythms
9:05 Which notes to play (open and closed)
19:04 switching from chord to chord (playing in the spaces - accenting important rhythms)
25:55 Making a melody out of your comping
28:29 Wrapping up
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@josephlavecchia8069 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!! 24:05 Should be Ebo7, right?

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man! That’s right. Good catch. Thank you.

@josephlavecchia8069 2 жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolte No problem. Keep killing it.

@barnybeatz Жыл бұрын

Aimee I love you…………. Currently I had be look for a proper explanation for comping bcos I keep getting in the way of the singer by creating different melodies often times is a problem for them tnk u this is the best video

@AlexTuble 2 жыл бұрын

Dang, there aren't enough KZfaqrs out there claiming to have that complete guide to anything. That's how you know Aimee has true breadth and knowledge on her craft. We're truly blessed to be gifted this for free!

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

To be sure, there probably is never really a complete guide to anything, but this is just about the best I could do. Thanks for your nice comment.

@Allen2saint 2 жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolte you are so generous with your knowledge. Your videos are always solid and educational. More than many paid lessons. You swing!

@WyattLite-n-inn 2 жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolte Helps to be a freaking brilliant musician and a genius teacher. One in a million

@Ludada101 2 жыл бұрын

Aimee is the absolute truth

@rumpelRAINS 2 жыл бұрын

I wanna say thanks to Aimee Nolte for always giving us great education videos and not spamming my feed with top 10 videos.

@mdp303 2 жыл бұрын

‘The bass player won’t get mad at you for stealing their note’…so true😂. Such a good lesson 👌😁.

@connshawnery6489 2 жыл бұрын

Aimée is a multiple threat since, she’s not only a great player and teacher, but can also sing. Whenever I’d go audition for something, being a vocalist was always my secret weapon.

@Asa_Morris 2 жыл бұрын

That's Aimee " Look for your fourths ... that's //hip// " Nolte. That's quality.

@jesseimpersonal 2 жыл бұрын

This is gold.

@danieltresa2943 2 жыл бұрын

perfect, many tutorials are about explaining what 9 #11 or b13 are but this is the first time I've heard about how to actually use it in playing real tunes.. thank you so much, more of this kind of videos about voicing and stuff like that

@rocketpost1 2 жыл бұрын

Really excellent lesson Aimee. I loved it and even though I don't play piano, I totally understand what you are saying. I can see the chords, extensions and colour notes that you are playing. The path of least resistance is also applicable to the guitar and finding the best fingering is everything. I think this is one of your best lessons. Thanks.

@edgarsnake2857 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding lesson. I'm a lifetime pop and rock musician and I've always been interested in jazz comping. While I do understand all the basics, your comment about playing the comp rhythm like the punches from a horn section totally crystallized the comping concept for me. Thanks.

@InventorZahran 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of early rock 'n' roll songs also feature those same big band-style rhythmic punches, but played by the electric guitar instead of a horn section.

@countrpoint9072 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aimee, it was wonderful to see you play this weekend. Thank you :)

@johnhuynh5996 2 жыл бұрын

Most videos I've watched focus on a certain type of voicing and how to put it into action, but this video delved into the theory behind it. I'm definitely going to take time breaking down and experimenting with each chord. This was extremely helpful. Thank you Aimee.

@OctiveKyla 2 жыл бұрын

“Find a Triad (on top).” An entire video on that topic with the path of least resistance, common tones from all these Comon tones. I have never heard that idea mentioned before.

@jasonbrooks623 2 жыл бұрын

REALLY enjoying your work. I've only watched two so far, but your style is casual and insightful, patient--and, most importantly, practical. One thing I noticed, as a classical player that doesn't quite "get" jazz (yet?), is how jazz has made tri-tones palatable. That just blows my mind.

@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n 2 жыл бұрын

the 3 7 9 13 spacing was just what i needed to beef up (or more accurately "weird-out") a bridge of a song ive just been missing that final bit of intrigue from. thanks. so many of these jazz improv vids over the years have helped me with my pop/indie arrangements as a songwriter x x x x

@RK-xp7qn Жыл бұрын

great video, thank you! from japan

@kevinwager9284 2 ай бұрын

late last night I tuned in for one of your videos, it made me think of this old movie titled A Song is Born starring Danny Kaye zany film about the origins of music. All of the Jazz greats had a part in this film.

@tonywalters66 2 жыл бұрын

You really ARE a brilliant teacher. Thanks x

@martoneill Жыл бұрын

This is great - thank you!

@patrickcunningham618 2 жыл бұрын

tyvm Aimee!!!!!!!! a singer has to be conscious, and confident to sing through those hip chords

@maxpower7916 2 жыл бұрын

Man, do I love your channel Aimee! so helpful!

@emclau5394 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t get enough, love the talking hands

@ryankembo4841 2 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! I play guitar in a big band, and this just opens up my mind to so many possibilities that can up my playing! Thank you immensely, Aimee 🎶

@spirosmoutsatsos4590 Жыл бұрын

What a beauty when in operation a gifted and hard working mind whith the proven simplicity in shearing Thanks and God bless you

@cathierayes4226 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, Aimee! What a resource you've given us!! Thank you from the bottom of this composer's heart!! I'm always looking for ways to make my arrangements sing and this is just what I needed!!

@Maurice75 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aimee. You are a life-saver...

@simonezanella5953 2 жыл бұрын

This is the video I've been looking for for for years. Comping has always been a mystery to me and sadly my country has not that big expertise as far as jazz is concerned. It is good to find these videos. Also your series 'Accompany Yourself' is something I absolutely recommend. Thanks!!

@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n 2 жыл бұрын

this channels just so good! also i like the channel "walk that bass" too

@OctiveKyla 2 жыл бұрын

I’m going to watch the “Accompany Yourself” series. Thanks for the recommendation.

@simonezanella5953 2 жыл бұрын

@@OctiveKyla it is really helpful. Also accompanying with open and closed voicings is a real treasure 💪

@MartinoLega 2 жыл бұрын

thanks aimee!!

@user-qn9ne5pu5l Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!

@steveimprovises Жыл бұрын

Hey Aimee! This video (and the one in the accompanying yourself list) completely saved me.. I was asked to fill in at a big band rehearsal and read charts, something I haven't done in 20 years, and just practicing some of these rhythms and listening to all of your advice really prepped me to step up and do something more than I'm used to. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

@pylang3803 2 жыл бұрын

You have unlocked a mystery that has puzzled me since always. The gratitude I have ... wow. Thank you Aimee.

@TonyThomas10000 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome lesson as usual. Your smooth voice reminds me so much of my cousin who was a radio DJ and a singer!

@amandacanan8291 Жыл бұрын

I adore you!!!!!!!

@ianflurrance8438 2 жыл бұрын

Just the video I was looking for! Thank you so much Aimee! I play a lot with rock groups and and these approaches would actually really help there too. I can’t wait to try them!

@oselini 2 жыл бұрын

This Is a very important and huge subject! This video is useful to guitar players also! Thx for sharing!!!!

@PabloTarantino 2 жыл бұрын

Only on this video you just answered many questions I had about voicings and and comping. You're amazing Aimee! thanks a lot!

@imsum1now 2 жыл бұрын

So inspiring. Thanks so much. You rock from Bach to Miles to me.

@dontwasteachance 2 жыл бұрын

Great lessons, on one of my favorite topics (and one that I think doesn't get enough emphasis).

@CharlesAustin 2 жыл бұрын

All good exquisite stuff.. ‘Always love your singing too !!

@lllewis2506 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Learned something new 👏🏾

@jojo-fj7lw 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the transition between iii - iiib dim7 - ii. Using dim7 as passing chord❤️ also 3 & 7 are king for left hand! Last one, common tones are important for smooth playing👌

@tamara_ogen_music 2 жыл бұрын

a HUGE thanks, Aimee!

@jishnupianoprogress783 2 жыл бұрын

You are my favourite youtuber

@TonyThomas10000 2 жыл бұрын

Just in case folks don't know what "comping" is: "the action of playing a musical accompaniment, especially in jazz or blues." (ac-COMP-animent).

@Asa_Morris 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy getting into arguments postulating that it's the action of complementing the other musicians' music. COMP-le-ment

@TonyThomas10000 2 жыл бұрын

@@Asa_Morris Do a quick Google search...

@Asa_Morris 2 жыл бұрын

@@TonyThomas10000 Wikipedia appears to favor bipartisanship, for whatever it's worth, "or possibly from the verb, 'to complement." Possibly! Possibly? Bah. Anyway, I'm just being pesky. It's definitely derived from accompaniment lmao

@parkerpolen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aimee! This was an incredibly helpful video.

@banaabekwegirl5731 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful. Especially love the suggestion of writing out all the chords. That is my self-assigned task for this week. Daunting/exciting.

@Ayo.Ajisafe 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Aimee! You have a gift for teaching.

@g1adresse Жыл бұрын

she not only has teaching gift but also playing, singing, proselytizing,,.. she is a shaman of the jazz spirit. Just an opinion of a music lover from Africa.

@iluvshuze333 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great video! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

@thomasgore2687 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as usual

@andredobbs5390 2 жыл бұрын

This is great! Now I need a piano

@jozam11 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Aimee. So complete.

@TheHBaer Жыл бұрын

This is so good!! Thank you, Aimee!!

@desmondtutu7916 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome as usual. Thank you!

@tiablasangoriti8347 2 жыл бұрын

I love your teaching style and personality Aimee. You have made my music theory journey such a pleasure. Be Well. You are Awesome!😍

@gdamad1826 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting lesson and great t-shirt!

@agerray 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Thank you SO much.

@BMarPiano 2 жыл бұрын

This is great!

@morrisman64 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video.

@Doumbeck 2 жыл бұрын

I call you the Angel of Jazz

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll take it! 🙌🏼😍

@junshimada8800 2 жыл бұрын

I only wish I had the time to practice everything I've learned about theory and harmony from you, ben levin and adam neely since the pandemic started. and also to adapt that to the cello, cause there's not a lot about comping for cello around the web. thank you so much!

@Li-pw2fg 8 ай бұрын

This is wonderful i love it thank you so much ♥️

@judahroused1168 2 жыл бұрын

Good teaching made easy to grasp....

@danielche2349 Жыл бұрын

Amazing lesson!

@bobbystrickland6693 2 жыл бұрын

Aimee.... A: you look so beautiful. B: this is so useful and out of the box (not for you but for me). I just love you!!!!

@demosongsheetmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Thank you! At 5:56 I got a little confused with the off-beats example, since you were anticipating the chords (playing chords a beat before they "naturally" occur). All clear now! 😊 Writing it here in case someone else starts scratching his head. 😁🎹 EDIT: at 18:44 you say "9 and the 11", but it's the 9 & 13 actually :)) Lots of numbers to say, lots of room for mistakes :D Thanks for the content once more, really good stuff! 😊

@JoshWalshMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Time to break out iRealPro and polish up those 4th voicings again!

@rloggen 2 жыл бұрын

Great

@gijazz1757 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. Thanks for sharing these techniques in a very down to earth practical way. There are a lot of theory books around but you nail down the question 'ok, what should I play NOW!' I have a request. I am accompanying a singer and find it kind of more complex than comping behind a soloist. Any advice?

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Check out my playlists and look at the How To Accompany Yourself one! That ought to do the trick!

@gijazz1757 2 жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolte thanks. These videos are definitely helpful but I am looking for advice as to whether play chords only or counter melodies. I have Nina Simone in mind as in I put a spell on you or Tommy Flanagan with Ella. Great sidemen (or women) are leaving space for the singer while being there. How do you find the right balance?

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Listen to the greats. Sounds like you already are. That’s all we can do, once we learn the fundamentals. Copy and create!

@stever1514 Жыл бұрын

Can you comment on how you change your comping from solo to solo so that your chords don't sound stagnant? That's aomething I always struggled with. Thanks for your great videos.

@turbodownwarddog 9 ай бұрын

This works for guitar too.

@jermelkin2881 2 жыл бұрын

hey, can you please do an instruction video on glissando (slide)? ive been struggling with these...

@surprise3940 2 жыл бұрын

@Aimee Nolte Music Can you fix the description? The time stamp isn't :17. It's 0:17

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Done. Thx

@matthewgoldberg1461 2 жыл бұрын

Aimee, wonderful lesson. Will take me month (or months) to full absorb. Question: you don’t say anything about pedaling. Do you basically stay off the sustain pedal, because it would blur you rhythmic patterns - particularly the staccato “stabs”?

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t ever think about using the pedal when I’m comping, unless things get very loud and sustained. Usually I keep my feet away from that pedal. Thx Matt!

@georgefirk5531 2 жыл бұрын

An excellent lesson…could you please tell me the name of the fantastic Grand Piano you are playing on,Thank you.

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a Hallet Davis :) details are on my website under the gear tab.

@spirosmoutsatsos4590 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely i wish you or i can arrange a lesson if I can afford it Thanks again

@foodtop_official 2 ай бұрын

Do you have any course/book to study comping like this video?

@AimeeNolte 2 ай бұрын

Mark Levine’s Jazz Piano book is great

@thomasgore2687 2 жыл бұрын

what is best arrangement of notes for the diminished chord when comping is is still b3rd or bb7th on bottom and b5 and root on top? I'm working on comping on Once I Loved and when the first diminished chord comes along, I get hung up

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Think about where you are going and then make a decision. Also about where you’ve been. You want it to be smooth but with dim chords, any of the four inversions is acceptable

@marfaxa 2 жыл бұрын

Can this translate to guitar (obv. it can) and how can guitarists interpret this video efficiently?

@simonezanella5953 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, Aimee. If I comp for myself while I sing and play stride piano with my left hand, can I use the same rhythmic patterns (e.g. at 7:00) or are there any different patters that fit stride piano better? And what are the voicings for comping? I remember from your lesson on "Oh Christmas Tree" that 3rds and 7ths are not the best choice for stride piano. Thanks!! 🤗🤗

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

It will depend on what song you are doing. It’s always best to try things out and trust your ears to make decisions when you are unsure. If you’d like to post a little video of yourself giving it a shot with what you think is best and send it to my Instagram, I could give you some feedback.

@simonezanella5953 2 жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolte Thanks a lot, Aimee, for your answer and for your time. I will, not immediately because I'm stuck with some work, but as soon as I make the video, I will show you. Thanks again!! 🤗🤗

@FranciscoA.22033 Жыл бұрын

Why not explore Rootless Voicings like your friend Tony Winston does? I love your voice Aimee! Didn't record Spotfy anymore?

@AimeeNolte Жыл бұрын

I have many videos on rootless voicings! And four albums on Spotify! 🙌🏼🙌🏼 Much thanks

@FranciscoA.22033 Жыл бұрын

@@AimeeNolteok! Aimee! Thanks!

@brent3542 2 жыл бұрын

Aimee 😄👉👈

@speksken 2 жыл бұрын

Great insight! What is the piano brand?

@AimeeNolte 2 жыл бұрын

Halley Davis

@alvincalumba6242 6 ай бұрын

How can i download the complete guide,pls. Reply

@AimeeNolte 6 ай бұрын

I’m so happy to let you know that now all of the worksheets from my videos are available on my website. You can find the one you need right there. Thanks so much for writing! www.aimeenolte.com/pdfs-worksheets-charts

@rickyguitarman3839 2 жыл бұрын

i always wondered... can a Jazz musician read music as fast as a Classical musician? Considering that a Classical musician read music like "we" read the news paper. Any comment?

@cathierayes4226 2 жыл бұрын

Jazz quite often runs pretty fast, Ricky. I'm classically trained and couldn't always keep up when i was sight-reading--had to really up my game.

@rickyguitarman3839 2 жыл бұрын

@@cathierayes4226 my wi

@TinoCarugati 2 жыл бұрын

Clap clap clap

@thenix0389 2 жыл бұрын

2 maestri in un solo video? 🎵🎶 Grandissimo Tino!

@TinoCarugati 2 жыл бұрын

@@thenix0389 Grazie, caro, troppo buono

@OmariLiveHD 2 жыл бұрын

First :)

@Blue-qr7qe 2 жыл бұрын

I may be a million miles off the mark, here, but i think this has real application to Stevie Ray Vaughan's blues as he is covering both soloist lead and rhythm guitar in his trio. I would love to hear your reaction/analysis of what you're seeing/hearing in his Texas Flood: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/galle5yBmayZhZ8.html Thanks, Aimee -

@patrickcunningham618 2 жыл бұрын

looping.....

@falsenotefest Жыл бұрын

What is this accent

@FranciscoA.22033 Жыл бұрын

Hello Aimee, You're great, The problem is you talk so fast. If you speak more slowly it would be very good. But congratulations to you. I love jazz here in Brazil.

@AimeeNolte Жыл бұрын

You can slow the speed! Click the three dots! Should do the trick! 🙌🏼