In this course, Marine will guide you step by step through the essential pop and rock fills and licks every keyboard player should know. Through easy-to-follow lessons and practical demonstrations, you’ll learn how to add tasteful fills between chords, connect sections smoothly, create more expressive keyboard parts, and bring your playing to life with the sounds and ideas used in real songs.
Founder of Online Rock Lessons, Marine Lacoste is a professional keyboardist for Corey Hart and Highway Hunters. After touring for over 10 years with Uncle Kracker across North America, she’s now sharing her passion and experience through the first Canadian music school dedicated to rock and blues lovers.
Over her 20-year career in show business, Marine has also shared the stage with artists such as Kid Rock, Sugar Ray, Eve 6, Pitbull, Bret Michaels, Better Than Ezra, Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge), Smash Mouth, and Big Wreck, just to name a few.
By the end of the course, you’ll:
• Know the essential fills and licks used in pop and rock music.
• Add tasteful fills that connect chords and phrases naturally.
• Make your keyboard parts sound more expressive and professional.
• Build confidence improvising simple fills without overthinking.
• Know when to add a fill and when to keep it simple so your playing always serves the song.
Lesson 1: Fills vs Licks vs Riffs
Lesson 2: Framework
Lesson 3: The Chords
Lesson 4: Chord-Based Fills
Lesson 5: Arpeggio-Based Fills
Lesson 6: Scale-Based Fills
Lesson 7: Add9 Licks
Lesson 8: Sixth Licks
Lesson 9: Suspended Licks
Lesson 10: Melodic Licks
Lesson 11: Song no1 Application
Lesson 12: Song no2 Application
Whether you're new to fills or already playing songs, Pop Rock Fills & Licks 101 shows you exactly which fills and licks to learn and when to use them. You'll build a vocabulary of musical ideas without feeling overwhelmed.
Access the lessons anytime, anywhere. Follow the course on your schedule and revisit each fill whenever you need a refresher.
Learn how to connect chords naturally, add tasteful licks, and create keyboard parts that sound expressive instead of repetitive. You'll gain the confidence to know exactly what to play between chords without overplaying.
Marine Lacoste is a professional keyboardist, educator, and founder of Online Rock Lessons. With over 20 years of experience performing on stages across North America, Marine has shared the stage with artists such as Corey Hart, Uncle Kracker, Kid Rock, Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth, Big Wreck, and many others.
Known for his practical, no-fluff teaching style, Marine has helped thousands of musicians move beyond simply playing notes and start making real music through chords, rhythm, and musical expression. His passion for the Hammond organ and classic rock keyboard sounds has made him a sought-after performer and instructor in the rock, blues, and pop music communities.
Many piano players know the chords but freeze when it’s time to add something extra. In this course, you’ll learn simple fills and licks that fit naturally into pop and rock songs, so you’ll always know what to play.
You don’t need faster fingers or advanced solos to sound better. You’ll discover how a few well-placed fills can completely transform the feel, energy, and emotion of the songs you already play.
The goal isn’t to play more notes. It’s to play the right notes. By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence to connect chords smoothly, add tasteful musical ideas, and create piano parts that sound natural, expressive, and professional.
You should have a basic understanding of piano and know a few chords. This course is designed for intermediate players who want to add fills and licks to their playing and make simple chord progressions sound more musical.
This course is perfect for piano players who already know some basic chords but want to stop sounding repetitive. Whether you play for yourself, at church, or in a band, you’ll learn simple fills and licks you can use right away.
You’ll receive lifetime access, so you can learn at your own pace and revisit the lessons anytime.
Absolutely. The course is completely self-paced, allowing you to progress whenever it fits your schedule.
Any piano or keyboard with full-sized keys will work. No special equipment is required.
Yes. This course is designed to work on its own and does not require any other courses or memberships.
Most students start using simple fills after the first few lessons. With regular practice, you’ll quickly notice your playing becoming more expressive and musical.
Absolutely. The lessons are taught in a clear, step-by-step format and are suitable for adult learners of all ages.
You’re protected by our 30-Day Rock Solid Guarantee. If you’re not completely satisfied, simply contact us within 30 days for a full refund.
No. Everything is taught visually and practically. While reading music can be helpful, it is not required to complete the course.
Yes. You can access all lessons from your computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection.
You can contact our support team anytime at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help.
I know investing in your musical growth is a big decision. You might be wondering if the course is right for you, if you’ll have enough time to practice, or if online lessons can really help you reach your goals.
That’s why every course is backed by my Rock-Solid 30-Day Guarantee.
My goal is simple: to help you enjoy learning, make real progress, and feel more confident at your instrument. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied within the first 30 days, just let me know and I’ll give you a full refund.
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