Patterns on the Piano - An Introduction to ii V Progressions

A project in San Francisco, CA by Cyrus Esteban
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A method for beginners to practice and master the pattern behind the most important chord progression in jazz - the ii V I progression
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Funded: $3,110 of $3,100
Dates: Mar 11th -> May 17th (67 days)
Project By: Cyrus Esteban
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Latest News

We made it!!

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
OMG, thanks to a last minute flurry of activity, I'm delighted to report, with 2 hours left, WE MADE IT!!! Congratulations are in order: Ready? Set? Scream! Our project hit its goal!! Big thanks, big ups, and shout outs to everyone of you who... (Read More)

Thanks for a good run - countdown to Sun, May 17 2020 4:56 PM PDT.

May 15th - via: kickstarter.com
In the closing hours of the campaign I want to reach out one last time to everyone who supported my kickstarter campaign. It's been a good run, from the bottom of my heart: thank you for your support.  Cyrus  (Read More)

4 days left to pre-order Patterns on the Piano

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Don't miss this chance to pre-order an Ebook download or a signed copy of Patterns on the Piano. Support us today!!  (Read More)

Countdown - 63% 6 days left

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, We're getting so close!! I want to take some time to thank everyone who helped me on the book, and all you project backers and project followers for your interest and for supporting my dream of getting this book published. It's been a long,... (Read More)

Final week of campign

May 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, As we head into the final week of the campaign, I would like to wish all mother's  a very Happy Mother's Day. Here's to hoping husbands and children of all ages put aside the troubles of the world for a day and spend some quality time with... (Read More)

Reminder to play today

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
If only for a minute, stimulate your frontal cortex and see how the rest of your day plays out. Play lesson 1, it's something simple and can be seen on the project page. After playing lesson 1, go on to lesson 2 also on the project page. From there... (Read More)

Thoughts on distance learning from a teacher

May 6th - via: kickstarter.com
As a Middle school teacher in the San Francisco Unified School District, I tip my hat to my students and parents. Tossed into a new world with limited academic access and lowered expectations it would be easy for them to take the easy route and fall... (Read More)

Piano as a tool for Mindfulness therapy

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Tips on using your piano for Mindfulness therapy Start your day having your morning coffee sitting at your piano or keyboard.  Especially if you haven't played in a while but even if you play too often. Get some coffee or tea, or not; and go sit... (Read More)

5 minute mind exercise

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Nothing gets your mind focused in the morning like coffee and improvisation!  Before starting your day, find 5 minutes to Grab a cup of coffee, sit at your piano or keyboard and play your favorite exercise from "Patterns on the Piano." Your day will... (Read More)

Book is ready to send to printers

May 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Reviewed the print finals, all pages are looking great. Everything is bundled and ready to send to the printers. Feeling very excited and optimistic with 16 days left in the campaign, hoping for a final push to get us to 100%  (Read More)

8am in April San Francisco, CA

April 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Observing the occasional person walking the neighborhood appear mysteriously through thick morning fog - I sit in my window playing a fender rhodes patch, reflecting on 58. $1815 of a $3100 goal - campaign is 58% funded Thursday is the 4th day of a 7... (Read More)

Give the gift of improvisation

April 29th - via: kickstarter.com
The gift of improvisation is the best gift you can give a pianist. Learning the ii V I progression is a life changing moment in every jazz piano player's life. I can remember vividly the day it all clicked in my brain. Talk about a lightbulb moment.... (Read More)

Tips #1: The ii V I progression is more common than you think!

April 27th - via: kickstarter.com
"Sunday Morning" 2002 by Maroon 5 is a classic example of the ii V I progression in the key of C.  Learn the ii V I Left hand 1st inversion in exercise 1 of "Patterns on the Piano" then try playing an A blues scale over it ii V I in C. Feels really... (Read More)

Thank you all my backers!

April 25th - via: kickstarter.com
 With everything going on in the world you still found a way to support my dream.  Wishing you all the best, Cyrus  (Read More)

About the author #3 - I grew up in a household of classical pianists.

April 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I grew up in a household of classical pianists. My mother and brother both aspired to be concert pianists practicing 8+ hours/day at various stages of their development. Yet as amazing as they were technically, the ii V I progression was elusive for... (Read More)

A look inside the book #5 - the pattern for two hand ii V I voicings

April 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
In section 3 of the book we dive into two-hand voicings of the ii V I progression. And once again, instead of attempting to explain the complex theory behind ii V I and the variety of ways to go from Dmin to  Gmaj9 to Cmaj7, I break it down like... (Read More)

A look inside the book #3 - Mastering the ii V I progression in 2 steps

April 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Instead of attempting to explain the complex theory behind ii V I and the variety of ways to go from Dmin to  Gmaj9 to Cmaj7, I break it down like this in this book: Play the Dmin chord Step 1: Move your thumb down Step 2: Move your other fingers... (Read More)

Use your Stimulus check to start your journey playing jazz piano!!

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Ebook download only $5! This beginning jazz piano method book will let you practice and master the main chord progression of paramount importance to jazz piano playing. Learn the pattern through simple finger movements and practice it in easy to... (Read More)

"Patterns on the Piano" hit 36% of it's funding goal of $3100 - 35 days to go*

April 12th - via: kickstarter.com
If the project gets fully funded, all funds go towards Publishing costs. If it gets over funded, the proceeds will go towards printing more copies. Books that are not given out as kickstarter rewards will be given free to local music students and... (Read More)

What feedback did you seek, and what is the story behind “Patterns on the Piano?”

April 8th - via: kickstarter.com
It was so important for me to get feedback from working keyboard and piano players. They are the ones who validated my reason for writing this book. These are really good players, but like many out there, momentary intimidation or just a slight... (Read More)

$1000 milestone - Thank you!!

April 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all, we hit our $1000 milestone with 34 days to go! 1/3 of the way, help us get over the top by reposting and sharing http://kck.st/39JOEsK - Cyrus  (Read More)

Campaign update - Patterns on the Piano

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
As we head towards the midway point of the campaign, here are the Numbers: 61, 3, 28, 38, and 29.834,  61 = Followers, 3% converted 28 = backers  38 days to go 29.834% funded To all my supporters, here's the link again, please share and post to... (Read More)

Update from the Publisher

March 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, Thank you supporters and followers! I was curious as to how the COVID-19 pandemic will affect publishing deadlines of this book project and wanted to share with you.  I have been assured by the Publishing company that their New Jersey... (Read More)

About the author #2

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Besides being a Credentialed teacher in the State of California and completing a program to be a Band Director, Cyrus has a BA in Electronic Music and a BS in Digital Visual Media. He did his student teaching in the Elementary grades and did his... (Read More)

A look in side the book #3

March 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Did you know? Between lesson 16 and 17 is the second "for advanced players" page - Left Hand 2nd inversion pattern in 12 keys. After learning and practicing the LH 2nd inversion in lessons 9 thru 16, and before starting on LH 3rd inversion pattern in... (Read More)

About the author #1

March 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Clicking on the youtube.com link on Cyrus's kickstarter profile takes you to "Grafitti Tunes" youtube channel. Grafitti Tunes was the name of his recording studio in West Oakland, the channel has 75+ songs he recorded and produced over the years.... (Read More)

A look inside the book #2

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Did you know? Between lesson 8 and 9 is a page for advanced players - "Left Hand 1st inversion pattern in 12 keys". After learning and practicing the LH 1st inversion in lessons 1 thru 8, and before starting on LH 2nd inversion pattern in lesson 9,... (Read More)

A look inside the book #1

March 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Did you know? At the back of the book is a "cheat sheet" with all the Left hand inversions and Two hand progression patterns on one page  Cyrus   (Read More)

Incredible start, we're well on our way!!

March 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We've hit 10% in 2 days, thank you all!! Cyrus  (Read More)

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