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MANLEY
O'CONNOR
PIANO 
LESSONS

Delivering exceptional music education

Testimonial from Sheryl C

"Manley is one of the most wholesome and inspiring teachers of this generation. He is a great communicator, kind and caring teacher and most of all patient and committed to excellence. Manley brings out the best in each of his students because he believes that every student is special and makes that student feels special. Our family can’t recommend Manley more as a teacher, friend and inspiration to all."
Reaction To Jacob Collier & Tori Kelly - Bridge Over Troubled Water (Tori's Verse) | PIANO TUTORIAL
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Reaction To Jacob Collier & Tori Kelly - Bridge Over Troubled Water (Tori's Verse) | PIANO TUTORIAL

Unpack and understand Jacob Collier's musical brilliance as he joins Tori Kelly to perform the final verse of Bridge Over Troubled Water, in celebration of the song's GRAMMY nomination for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella! Enjoy. 🔥 Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmzXXPclB-I&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano&list=UULF06hpQtyWDBLmUtE6JTQBDQ&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano Connect with me: Website➡︎ https://manleyoconnor.com IG➡︎ https://instagram.com/manleyoconnorpiano TickTok➡︎ https://tiktok.com/@manleyoconnorpiano Facebook➡︎ https://facebook.com/manley.oconnor ⏰Time Codes⏰ 0:00 Intro summary 0:20 Song starts 0:58 B Major (key centre) 2:42 Modulation to Ab 3:51 Jacob's crazy crunch chord!?!? 4:36 Full analysis begins 5:00 Establishing the key centre 5:41 Working out the chords 8:38 Passing 5-1 chords 11:11 Further application of 5-1 harmony 13:07 Jacob's modulation to Ab 16:25 What chord was that!?!?! 20:17 Modulation back to B Major 22:22 Recap from the beginning of the song 25:06 Working out Jacob's modulation to B Major 27:55 Jacob's radical chords 29:18 Modulation back to Ab Major 30:45 Tori's vocal line 33:13 My thoughts regarding Jacob's modulations 35:36 Final recap 38:49 Thank you Would you like more? Be sure to Subscribe & turn on Post Notifications so you never miss out when I upload more videos. Equipment My Digital Piano Recommendation: Yamaha P-225 - https://amzn.to/4hiwyBm My Studio Headphones: Sennheiser HD 25 - https://amzn.to/4eUXaqb My In Ear Monitors Recommendation: Shure SE215 PRO - https://amzn.to/3YfXBEw My Recording Microphone: Shure SM58 - https://amzn.to/3UkfmSa My Easy To Use Audio Interface Recommendation: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - https://amzn.to/4dZdQLW #pianocover #jacobcollier #pianotutorial
Best Chords To Learn From Jacob Collier - Three Christmas Songs (Abbey Road Live) | PIANO TUTORIAL
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Best Chords To Learn From Jacob Collier - Three Christmas Songs (Abbey Road Live) | PIANO TUTORIAL

Understand Jacob Collier's masterful approach to harmony as he performs three Christmas songs with The Audience Choir, which were recorded in a single take, live directly to vinyl, at Abbey Road’s legendary Studio Two! Enjoy. 🔥 Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2WsVImObN0&lc=UgzhOtVwe9l2TvVZZEt4AaABAg&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano&list=UULF06hpQtyWDBLmUtE6JTQBDQ&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano Connect with me: Website➡︎ https://manleyoconnor.com IG➡︎ https://instagram.com/manleyoconnorpiano TickTok➡︎ https://tiktok.com/@manleyoconnorpiano Facebook➡︎ https://facebook.com/manley.oconnor ⏰Time Codes⏰ 0:00 Intro summary 0:27 I'll Be Home For Christmas 4:28 Further application in other keys 5:39 Winter Wonderland 1:10 Application in other keys 15:24 Silent Night 17:38 Further application in other keys 19:27 Final thoughts Would you like more? Be sure to Subscribe & turn on Post Notifications so you never miss out when I upload more videos. Equipment My Digital Piano Recommendation: Yamaha P-225 - https://amzn.to/4hiwyBm My Studio Headphones: Sennheiser HD 25 - https://amzn.to/4eUXaqb My In Ear Monitors Recommendation: Shure SE215 PRO - https://amzn.to/3YfXBEw My Recording Microphone: Shure SM58 - https://amzn.to/3UkfmSa My Easy To Use Audio Interface Recommendation: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - https://amzn.to/4dZdQLW #pianocover #jacobcollier #pianotutorial
Reaction To Jacob Collier - Three Christmas Songs (An Abbey Road Live-To-Vinyl Cut) | PIANO TUTORIAL
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Reaction To Jacob Collier - Three Christmas Songs (An Abbey Road Live-To-Vinyl Cut) | PIANO TUTORIAL

Take a ride through the world of compositional excellence as Jacob Collier performs three Christmas songs with The Audience Choir, which were recorded in a single take, live directly to vinyl, at Abbey Road’s legendary Studio Two! Enjoy. 🔥 Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rfM1cCTWvA&t=0s&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano&list=UULF06hpQtyWDBLmUtE6JTQBDQ&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano Connect with me: Website➡︎ https://manleyoconnor.com IG➡︎ https://instagram.com/manleyoconnorpiano TickTok➡︎ https://tiktok.com/@manleyoconnorpiano Facebook➡︎ https://facebook.com/manley.oconnor ⏰Time Codes⏰ 0:00 Intro summary 0:27 Song starts (I'll Be Home For Christmas) 0:57 Establishing the key (C Major) 2:19 Intro chords 4:30 Use of 1st inversion chord 5:05 Passing chords 6:50 Jacob sings 10:50 Piano lick 13:00 Piano solo 13:16 Audience choir 14:11 What chord was that?!?! 15:25 Passing chords (chromatic) 16:05 Eb Major key reference 19:00 Song starts (Winter Wonderland) 19:20 E Major 21:42 Verse chords 22:45 Reharm (chord 6) 23:34 Jacob's vocal riff 23:55 Key change to Ab Major 25:05 Key change to B Major 27:00 Key change to E Major 28:54 More reharm 30:03 Jacob's chromatic vocal riff 31:25 Jacob's vocal range 31:55 Song starts (Silent Night) 32:08 Establishing the key of G Major 33:08 Dissonant harmony (Eb Augmented) 37:28 Piano lick 38:48 Jacob's piano feature (call and response) 39:15 Audience choir 44:24 Final thoughts Would you like more? Be sure to Subscribe & turn on Post Notifications so you never miss out when I upload more videos. Equipment My Digital Piano Recommendation: Yamaha P-225 - https://amzn.to/4hiwyBm My Studio Headphones: Sennheiser HD 25 - https://amzn.to/4eUXaqb My In Ear Monitors Recommendation: Shure SE215 PRO - https://amzn.to/3YfXBEw My Recording Microphone: Shure SM58 - https://amzn.to/3UkfmSa My Easy To Use Audio Interface Recommendation: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - https://amzn.to/4dZdQLW #pianocover #jacobcollier #pianotutorial
Reaction To Jacob Collier - Witness Me (with Tori Kelly) - Jimmy Kimmel Live 2024 | PIANO TUTORIAL
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Reaction To Jacob Collier - Witness Me (with Tori Kelly) - Jimmy Kimmel Live 2024 | PIANO TUTORIAL

Understand Jacob Collier's compositional music approach and be empowered to try some of these ideas in your own creative processes. This live performance of "Witness Me", originally released on Jacob Collier's album Djesse Vol. 4, features some amazing singers including: Tori Kelly, Alita Moses, Stevie Mackey, Jaden Gray, Stephanie Ferrett, Sharon Youngblood. Enjoy! 🔥 Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhOMn-ujWXY&t=1s&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano&list=UULF06hpQtyWDBLmUtE6JTQBDQ&ab_channel=ManleyO%27ConnorPiano Connect with me: Website➡︎ https://manleyoconnor.com IG➡︎ https://instagram.com/manleyoconnorpiano TickTok➡︎ https://tiktok.com/@manleyoconnorpiano Facebook➡︎ https://facebook.com/manley.oconnor ⏰Time Codes⏰ 0:00 Intro summary 0:19 Song starts 0:25 Establishing the key (F major) 0:40 Working out the chords 1:15 Playing the chords 1:39 Verse 1 1:58 1st inversion vs minor chords 2:33 Jacob’s beautiful piano line (with Add2) 3:39 Pre-chorus 3:58 Bass change (pedal on 1) 5:40 Chorus chords 6:06 Tori Kelly sings 7:10 Bridge section 7:37 Working out the chords 8:16 Modulation to A Major 8:50 Playing the chords in this new key 9:34 Passing jazz chords (circle of 5ths) 11:17 Transitioning back to F Major 13:20 Jacob’s references Ab Major 14:20 Play-through from the 2nd Verse Would you like more? Be sure to Subscribe & turn on Post Notifications so you never miss out when I upload more videos. Equipment My Digital Piano Recommendation: Yamaha P-225 - https://amzn.to/4hiwyBm My Studio Headphones: Sennheiser HD 25 - https://amzn.to/4eUXaqb My In Ear Monitors Recommendation: Shure SE215 PRO - https://amzn.to/3YfXBEw My Recording Microphone: Shure SM58 - https://amzn.to/3UkfmSa My Easy To Use Audio Interface Recommendation: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - https://amzn.to/4dZdQLW #pianocover #jacobcollier #pianotutorial

MY LESSONS HELP YOU TO GROW IN YOUR MUSIC MAKING 

Do you desire to learn how to play the piano/keyboard but feel you have limited prior knowledge of playing the instrument? Do you feel like you want to enhance and develop your current piano/keyboard playing abilities? Or do you need help in developing your music theory in general?

 

If your answer is yes then I am pleased to tell you that you have found your solution with the music lessons I offer!

 

I tailor my teaching style to suit your needs and ambitions, whilst also supporting you to being the best you can be in your musical making. I am a professional piano teacher with over 12 years of experience and have a Bachelor of Music Degree with First Class Honours. I am classically trained to Grade 8 level and I am also extremely competent in playing many other popular music styles. I teach both reading music (including preparing for graded classical ABRSM piano and theory exams) and contemporary styles which lend more to playing by ear including jazz, pop and gospel. I teach all ages and abilities, offering an unbiased approach to music learning which is fully supportive of the needs of the student.

 

My lessons are not just suited to pianists and keyboard players but to anyone interested in furthering their musical understanding in general irrespective of whether you play a musical instrument or not. I started playing the piano at the age of 8 and have continued to develop a strong love for music as a pianist and keyboard player, teacher, producer/composer, arranger and musical director. My additional experience as a bass guitarist, singer and drummer, in addition to having a firm knowledge of other band instruments, has greatly helped my musical career to excel. Punctuality, commitment, adaptability and drive are key aspects of my attitude of excellence. I am an active performer, playing at various corporate events, weddings, concerts, festivals and recording sessions. I have worked with a host of leading and influential musicians including:  Michael League (Snarky Puppy), Mike Phillips (Stevie Wonder), YolanDa Brown, Joss Stone, Mica Paris, Lemar, Julian Marley, James Brown II, Matt Cardle, Femi Temowo, London Community Gospel Choir, Krystle Harper. 

 

Presently, teaching online is my preferred platform to deliver my music lessons. My aim is that all my students develop a strong sense of self sufficiency very quickly and teaching online is a great platform for this.

 

Get in touch with me today and as my gift to you I will offer you two completely free online lessons so you can experience my services and see how I am able to help you to get to your next level in your musical making journey.

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EXPERIENCE

I have played for/performed with as a performer, songwriter or MD:

Back to Back (Amy Winehouse biopic)

YolanDa Brown 

Joss Stone

Mica Paris

Lemar

London Community Gospel Choir 

Mike Phillips (Stevie Wonder, Price, Michael Jackson)

Michael League (Snarky Puppy)

Julian Marley 

James Brown II 

Matt Cardle 

Femi Temowo (Amy Winehouse)

Krystle Harper

GEAR

Apple MacBook Pro
Apple iPad
Focusrite hardware

Pro Tools
LogicProX
Nord

Roland

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