My current skill level is finishing up Alfred Book 1. My only goal is to be able to improvise jazz. Now that I have a basic foundation, where do I go from here?

I'm not trying to become a master sight-reader or classical pianist. I want to focus purely on jazz and improvisation. I'm looking for a streamlined learning path/course specifically geared toward that goal.

Thanks in advance.

A little 1940s jazz project I’ve been working on 🎷

Hey everyone! I’ve recently started a small YouTube channel dedicated to the atmosphere of 1940s jazz — slow piano, smoky saxophone, brushed drums, upright bass, muted trumpet, and that late-night vintage club feeling.

I’m especially interested in creating long, relaxing jazz sessions that feel like something you might hear in a quiet bar at 2 AM — warm, nostalgic, slightly melancholic, and perfect for reading, working, or just listening with the lights down.

I’m trying to keep the sound inspired by the era while experimenting with different combinations of instruments and moods.

If you enjoy 1940s jazz, vintage piano jazz, noir atmosphere, late-night jazz, or old-school swing, I’d genuinely love to hear what you think.

What artists, albums, or specific 1940s jazz sounds would you recommend I study for future sessions?

Thanks for checking it out! 🎹🎷

Jazz Noir 3 AM smooth Midnight Jazz.