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THE POWER OF
IMPROVISATION

TIM McDONALD

Learn The Power Of Piano Improvisation

 

In this masterclass, Tim McDonald will guide you through the exciting world of pop, rock, and blues improvisation. 

You’ll dive deep into the major and minor pentatonic scales, learn essential techniques, and discover how to creatively apply these skills to your own playing. This class will help you unlock your musical potential and expand your improvisational toolkit.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
  • Lesson 1 – Major Pentatonic Scales
  • Lesson 2 – Minor Pentatonic Scales
  • Lesson 3 – Major Blues Pentatonic
  • Lesson 4 – Minor Blues Pentatonic
  • Lesson 5 – Soloing With Scales
  • Lesson 6 – Soloing With Arpeggios
  • Lesson 7 – Combining Scales & Arpeggios
  • Lesson 8 – 5 Licks to Know
  • Lesson 9 – Major Solo
  • Lesson 10 – Minor Solo

What Our Students Are Saying

‘’Marine clearly put a lot of time and effort into designing Online Rock Lessons. I'm a new member but already have benefitted greatly from the instruction and attention to detail. The interactive experience has been intuitive, making learning and practicing more enjoyable. One of the challenges I struggle with is maintaining accurate timing, especially when playing complex rhythms and faster tempos. Marine does an excellent job of focusing on the details, demonstrating with helpful camera angles and effective fingering suggestions. I also appreciate Marine's ongoing encouragement and reassurance that it's ok to take your time to gain proficiency with challenging lessons. I still have a long way to go, but I feel like I'm in the right place to learn how to play well in the long run. Thanks, Marine! Best, Jim Brown’’
Jim B.
Student

FAQ

Online Rock Lessons is an online music school and community for piano, keyboards and hammond organ player. We welcome student from all level looking to transform their piano skills to next level. 
You’ll find everything from music theory, fundamentals, technique, songs and transcriptions to styles like rock, metal, blues, pop and funk. 

This course is for more advanced piano player that have a good foundation about music.
If you’re just starting, the Online Rock Lessons Academy offers many beginners courses to get you started. 
They are all included in your membership. 

This course if for piano players that are interested in learning how to improvise at the piano. This course will talk about scales, arpeggios, licks and more.

This course is pre-recorded so you can learn at your own pace. 
With the Online Rock Lessons membership you also get access to live Q&As and workshop to ask you questions to real teachers. 

Unfortunately we do not offer any downloadable lesson content.  We are a streaming only platform. We encourage you to take as many notes as you need to get the most out of our lessons. You’ll be able to download the workbooks and the sheet music. 

This course is currently only part of the Online Rock Lessons membership.
Click here to sign up and get instant access.

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Tim McDonald

Based in Nashville TN, Tim McDonald is a professional session and touring piano/keys player. When he is not touring with his band he is performing with legendary rock guitarist Rick Derringer.  Tim has also toured with Blake Shelton, Hank Williams Jr, Olivia Newton-John, Johnny Hiland, Byron Berline, Josh Gracin, Buddy Jewell and Steve Holy.  Additionally Tim has also had the honor to perform with guitar studio legend and artist Larry Carlton and keyboardist in the Lil’ Walter House Band during the NAMM show.  Tim can also be seen on the big screen in 4 seasons of the ABC series “Nashville” as keyboardist for Luke Wheeler, Every Other Holiday as a choir pianist, and Patsy and Loretta Forever as Pianist for Loretta Lynn. Tim’s original songs are also included in Jerry Seinfeld’s comedians in cars getting coffee and several movies including “A Perfect Fit”.

THE POWER OF IMPROVISATION

Included with the Online Rock Lessons Membership