David Sharp – A Musical Legacy
Jazz for Piano was created by David Sharp as a free educational resource to help musicians understand the inner workings of great jazz compositions and solos.
David dedicated his life to jazz education, developing a unique approach that breaks down complex jazz concepts into understandable components.
His Method Focuses On:
- Rhythm – Understanding pulse, period, and pattern
- Harmony – Intervals, chords, and scales
- Analysis – Deep dives into classic jazz compositions
- Improvisation – Developing your own voice
Preserving the Legacy
This content has been preserved and integrated into the New York Jazz Workshop website with the generous support of David Sharp’s family, ensuring that his educational work continues to benefit jazz students around the world.
“The ability to communicate with the geniuses that have preceded us, to come with reverence to obtain some personal meaning from their universe…”
Contact
For questions about the Jazz for Piano content, please contact the New York Jazz Workshop.