101

Scott Houston talks about the blues scale and improvisation. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him and shares the techniques he uses to play the Beatles song, "Yesterday."

102

Scott Houston shows us how to accompany singing on children's songs. Guest pianist Jack Widner joins him to discuss song structure using "As Time Goes By."

103

Scott Houston talks about playing melody lines in octaves. Guest pianist Bradley Sowash joins him to explore the basics of the blues.

104

Scott Houston shows us how to make our melody lines more interesting. Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him to discuss Latin music with the song, "Smooth Operator."

105

Scott Houston offers some right-hand melody line tips. Guest pianist Arnett Howard joins him and talks about the techniques he uses to play "Bye Bye Blackbird."

106

Scott Houston offers a lesson on "safe" chords. Guest pianist Happy Chichester joins him to discuss boogie woogie piano.

107

Scott Houston demonstrates a left-hand trick that will help you sound more professional. Guest pianist Dave Bott joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play, "Wonderful Tonight."

108

Scott Houston shares a simple trick that can be used with ballads. Guest pianist Casey McKeown joins him to discuss rockabilly.

109

Scott Houston is joined by guest pianists, Arnett Howard and Bradley Sowash, who discuss two different approaches to the classic song, "Amazing Grace."

110

Scott Houston demonstrates a left-hand chord trick that will enhance your playing. Guest pianist Jack Widner joins him to share some of the techniques he uses to play "Moon River."

111

Scott Houston offers some tips on how to figure out chords. Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him and shares techniques she uses to play "The Rose."

112

Scott Houston shows another simple trick used to enhance your chord playing. Guest pianist Happy Chichester joins him and shares some of the techniques he uses to play Macy Gray's song, "I'll Try."

113

Scott Houston shows us a song ending that can always sound professional and interesting. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to discuss holiday tunes.

201

Scott Houston discusses walking bass lines. Guest pianist Jack Widner joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the song, "Moonglow."

202

Scott Houston discusses boogie woogie patterns. Guest pianist Bradley Sowash joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the song, "Stormy Weather."

203

Scott Houston shows us some hand positions that can make playing more comfortable. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to explore the basics of the blues.

204

Scott Houston shows us the meaning of "slash chords." Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him to discuss the techniques she uses to play "Ribbon in the Sky."

205

Scott Houston explains how to use chord inversions. Guest pianist Dave Bott joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the song, "Brown Eyed Girl."

206

Scott Houston shows a simple technique you can use to make your piano playing more interesting. Guest pianist Arnett Howard joins him to discuss the song, "You Send Me," while guest pianist Bradley Sowash, discusses the jazz waltz, using the song, "Someday My Prince Will Come."

207

Scott Houston discusses Latin bass lines. Guest pianist Happy Chichester joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the song, "Let It Be."

208

Scott Houston discusses the chord structure used in the blues. Guest pianist Jack Widner joins him to discuss Latin music using the classic song, "Brazil."

209

Scott Houston shows us what he calls the "Liberace" trick. Guest pianist Bradley Sowash discusses the many techniques he uses in his original song, "Molly's Morning."

210

Scott Houston discusses imitating a bass player on the piano. Guest pianist Dave Bott joins him to discuss the blues, while guest pianist Jack Widner discusses the thought process he uses when composing a song.

211

Scott Houston discusses chord extensions. Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him to discuss the techniques she uses to play the song, "Blue Moon."

212

Scott Houston discusses boogie woogie and rock rhythm patterns. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to discuss Latin music with the classic song, "Girl from Ipanema."

213

Scott Houston discusses some "noodling" ideas for the melody. Guest pianist Arnett Howard joins him for a segment on the blues.

301

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Dave Powers, who discusses polka music and plays the song, "The Beer Barrel Polka."

302

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Jeff DeHerdt, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the classic Bill Withers song, "Ain't No Sunshine."

303

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Andy Launer, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the song, "Basin Street Blues."

304

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Mary Daniels, who discusses the techniques she uses to play the popular John Lennon song, "Imagine."

305

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Gary Walters, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the timeless classic, "My Romance."

306

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Gil Smith, who discusses gospel music and plays the song, "This Little Light of Mine."

307

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Bradley Sowash, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the George Gershwin song, "I Got Rhythm."

308

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Jack Widner, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the classic song, "The Man I Love."

309

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Dave Powers, who discusses the classic piano licks popularized by Floyd Cramer in the country song, "Last Date."

310

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Jeff DeHerdt, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the Chris Isaak song, "Wicked Game."

311

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Andy Launer, who discusses and plays "Mack the Knife," and guest pianist, Gary Walters, who discusses the basics of Latin music.

312

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Gil Smith, who discusses the techniques he uses to play the Stevie Wonder song, "Overjoyed."

313

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist, Dave Powers, who discusses and plays "New York, New York," and guest pianist, Andy Launer, who demonstrates a song played only on the black keys.

401

Scott Houston shows us how to create instant "New Age" piano. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "Fly Me to the Moon."

402

Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Gary Walters, who discusses and plays the Beatles song, "She's Leaving Home," and guest pianist Jeff DeHerdt, who discusses his approach to writing original songs.

403

Scott Houston discusses "comping" on the piano. Guest pianist Andy Launer joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "Spanish Eyes."

404

Scott Houston shows us an easier way to play the classic ragtime song, "The Entertainer." Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him to discuss the techniques she uses to play the Van Morrison song, "Moon Dance."

405

Scott Houston shows us how varying the speed of a song can add to its interest. Guest pianist Jack Widner joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "St. Elmo's Fire."

406

Scott Houston shows us a "barn burner" ending for songs on the piano. Guest pianist Bradley Sowash joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the Latin tune, "Blue Bossa."

407

Scott Houston shows us how to spice up a melody line with "sliding." Guest pianist Jeff DeHerdt joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "Somewhere over the Rainbow."

408

Scott Houston teaches us how to play "You Are My Sunshine" from a lead sheet. Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins him to discuss the techniques she uses to play "Cast Your Fate to the Wind."

409

Scott Houston shows us an ending that works well on sacred and holiday tunes. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "The Way You Look Tonight."

410

Scott Houston shows us how to spice up "Chopsticks" with chords from a lead sheet. Guest pianist Andy Launer joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play "It Had to be You."

411

Scott Houston teaches us "The Alphabet Song" and "Silent Night." Guest pianist Bradley Sowash joins him and discusses how he carries on a conversation and plays at the same time.

412

Scott Houston shows us a trick to make boring sections of chords more interesting. Guest pianist Gary Walters joins him and discusses the techniques he uses to play "This Masquerade."

413

Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Andy Launer, who discusses the techniques he uses to play "In the Mood," and guest pianist Jack Widner, who discusses and plays a jazz waltz.

501

Scott Houston shows us how to play Scarborough Fair and the intro to Van Halen's Jump. Guest pianist David Tolley joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play Vanessa Carlton's A Thousand Miles. Bradley Sowash plays Go Down Moses in our Just For Fun segment.

502

Guest pianist Matt Munhall joins host Scott Houston to discuss Randy Newman's piano style with the song, Lonely at the Top. Scott shows us how to play Take Me Out to the Ballgame from a lead sheet. Oksana Kolesnikova plays Bohemian Rhapsody in our Just For Fun segment.

503

Guest pianist Nat Kerr joins host Scott Houston to discuss Elton John's piano style and play Your Song. Scott teaches us how to play The Colonel Bogey March from a lead sheet. Dave Powers plays Walking In Memphis in our Just For Fun segment.

504

Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins host Scott Houston to discuss and play the Norah Jones song, Don't Know Why. Scott shows us how to play the children's song, Hickory Dickory Dock. Pete Moran plays Steamroller in our Just For Fun segment.

505

Scott Houston shows us to play the piano licks used in the rock tune, Louie Louie. Guest Jack Widner and Scott demonstrate how to play and interpret The Battle Hymn of the Republic. Jeff DeHerdt closes with Just You, Just Me in our Just For Fun segment.

506

Scott Houston shows us how to play the hymn, Nearer My God to Thee, from a lead sheet. Guest Pete Moran joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play Sweet Home Alabama.

507

Scott Houston and guest Oksana Kolesnikova discuss the techniques used to play America the Beautiful. Guest Jeff DeHerdt joins Scott to discuss the techniques he uses to play Have a Little Faith in Me.

508

Scott Houston shares some simple piano tips and tricks. Guest Dave Powers discusses and plays This Love, while guest Nat Kerr demonstrates a bluesy version of This Land Is Your Land.

510

Scott Houston shows how to play Irish Washerwoman from a lead sheet. Guest David Tolley joins him to discuss and play Amazing Grace and Memories. Jack Widner plays Jumping Jack in our Just For Fun segment.

511

Scott Houston teaches us to play Danny Boy from a lead sheet. Guest pianist Matt Munhall joins him to discuss and play the Paul Simon song, 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover.

512

Guest pianist Mary Daniels joins host Scott Houston to discuss and play the Bonnie Raitt song, I Can't Make You Love Me. Scott teaches us When Johnny Comes Marching Home. David Tolley closes with Classical Gas in our Just For Fun segment.

513

Guest pianist Bradley Sowash joins host Scott Houston to discuss and play the Beatles song, Blackbird. Scott shows us how to play the hymn, Rock of Ages, from a lead sheet. In our Just For Fun segment, Oksana Kolesnikova plays Road To Light.

601

Scott Houston shows us how to play "Bill Bailey" and "A Tisket A Tasket" from lead sheets. Guest pianist Dave Powers joins him to discuss the techniques he uses to play the pop song, "Clocks." Nat Kerr performs "Lady Madonna."

602

Scott Houston and guest pianist Nat Kerr show us how to play a bluesy version of the theme from "Sesame Street." Scott demonstrates playing the melody line in octaves. Guest pianist Matt Munhall joins Scott to discuss and play "Prayer of St. Francis."

603

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest David Tolley, who shows us how to take the simple children's song, "Mary Had a Little Lamb," and turn it into something special. Scott teaches a real easy intro. Guest Jack Widner discusses and plays the classic "Someone to Watch Over Me."

604

Holiday-themed show Scott Houston and guests Nat Kerr, Oksana Kolesnikova and Jack Widner discuss and play the holiday tunes, "O Holy Night," "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and "We Three Kings."

605

Scott Houston shows us how to play the songs, "Little Brown Jug" and "Rock A Bye Baby" from lead sheets. Guest pianist Oksana Kolesnikova joins Scott to discuss and play "Malaguena."

606

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Jeff DeHerdt, who discusses and plays "Wonderful Tonight." Scott explains slash chords, and guest Matt Munhall discusses and plays his original song, "Peach Moon."

607

That Inspire Scott Houston and his guests Nat Kerr and Dave Powers discuss and play the inspirational songs, "Morning Has Broken," "Faith of Our Fathers" and "Be Thou My Vision."

608

Guest Pete Moran joins host Scott Houston to discuss and play the '70s rock hit, "Brandy." Scott shows us how to play the hymn, "Rock of Ages," from a lead sheet. Oksana performs "Aurora Fantasy in E Minor."

609

Guest Nat Kerr joins host Scott Houston to discuss rock and roll piano techniques and play "Johnny Be Good." Scott shows us how to play "You're a Grand Old Flag" from a lead sheet. Jack Widner plays his version of "Jenny's Waltz."

610

Patriotic-Themed Show Scott Houston and guests David Tolley, Pete Moran and Mary Daniels discuss and play the classic patriotic songs, "God Bless America," "The Star Spangled Banner" and "America the Beautiful." Matt Munhall entertains us with his version of "This Land Is Your Land."

611

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Bradley Sowash, who discusses and plays "Wade in the Water." Guest Dave Powers shows us how to add some interest to the classic children's tune, "This Old Man." Scott also provides tips on spicing up your piano playing.

612

Guest pianist Jack Widner joins host Scott Houston to discuss and play the Beatles song, "Hey Jude." Scott teaches us how to play "Nearer My God to Thee" from a lead sheet. And in our Just For Fun segment, Dave Powers performs Just You Just Me.

613

Music For The Young & The Young At Heart Scott Houston and guests Jack Widner, Mary Daniels and Bradley Sowash discuss and play the children's songs, "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star," "The Hokey Pokey" and "On Top of Old Smokey."

701

Host Scott Houston and guest pianist Dave Powers discuss march music using the "Colonel Bogey March." Scott teaches us the hymn, "In the Garden." Guest David Tolley talks with Scott about writing a score for Euro Disney.

702

Host Scott Houston and guest pianist Pete Moran discuss playing by ear using "Row, Row, Row Your Boat." Scott provides a tip to spice up our playing. Guest Mary Daniels joins Scott to talk about the inspirational song, "It's a Gift to be Simple." Nat Kerr performs "Nothin' from Nothin'"

703

Host Scott Houston and guest pianist Andy Launer show us how to jazz up the song, "Chopsticks." Scott takes us through the lead sheet for "Sweet Georgia Brown." And guest Dave Lowe discusses and plays Billy Joel's "The Piano Man." Dave Lowe performs "Bourbon St. Parade."

704

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Bradley Sowash who discusses the basic blues and plays his original song, "Repeat After Me." Scott takes us through the lead sheet for the 60's classic rock hit, "Spooky." Bradley Sowash performs his original composition entitled "Ellingthoven."

705

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Milton Ruffin who discusses and plays "I Can't Stop Loving You." Scott takes us through the jazz classic, "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy." Guest Dave Powers talks about and performs Chuck Berry's "You Never Can Tell." And Pete Moran performs "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot."

706

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Oksana Kolesnikova to discuss and play "Brahm's Lullaby." Scott shares his tips on playing the minor blues. Guests Andy Launer and Jack Widner provide some humorous insights into playing twin pianos.

707

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Jack Widner who discusses creating medleys using a musical tribute to Barbra Streisand. Scott teaches the kids' tune, "Do Your Ears Hang Low?" Guest Dave Powers talks about and plays "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On." Streisand tunes: "Evergreen", "The Way We Were", "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever", and "People"

708

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Dave Lowe to discuss and play the Latin tune, "Meditation." Scott teaches the children's song, "Oh Where Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone?" Guest Bradley Sowash talks about and plays the Patsy Cline country hit, "Crazy." Milton Ruffin performs "I've Got A New Home."

709

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Bradley Sowash who discusses Latin tunes and perform his original song, "Burrito Cha Cha." Scott teaches the timeless Bill Withers hit, "Lean on Me. Guest Dave Lowe talks about and plays "Kansas City."

710

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Milton Ruffin who discusses and play the gospel tune, "Oh How I Love Jesus." Scott shares some beginners' tips on piano improvisation. Guest Andy Launer talks about and performs the Roger Miller hit, "King of the Road."

711

Host Scott Houston takes us step-by-step through Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock" and the children's tune, "Did You Ever See a Lassie?" Guest Jack Widner discusses and plays Clint Eastwood's original song, "Blue Morgan." Dave Lowe performs "St. Louie Blues."

712

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Milton Ruffin to discuss and play the Whitney Houston tune, "Greatest Love of All." Scott shows us how to improvise using black keys. Guest Dave Lowe talks about and performs The Rolling Stones hit, "Honky Tonk Woman." Dave Powers performs "Rockin' Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu."

713

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest pianist Jeff DeHerdt to discuss and play the children's tune, "Three Blind Mice." Scott shows us a great boogie woogie riff made famous by Jerry Lee Lewis. Guest Jack Widner talks about and performs the Latin song, "Begin the Beguine." Andy Launer performs "Crazy Rhythm."

801

Host Scott Houston and guest Bradley Sowash provide insight into playing Latin rhythms. Scott takes viewers through "Blue Bayou." Guest Dave Powers discusses and plays "Take Me Home Country Roads."

802

Host Scott Houston and guest Milton Ruffin talk about and demonstrate "The Old Rugged Cross." Scott takes viewers through "Achy Breaky Heart." Guest Dave Lowe discusses and performs "New York State of Mind."

803

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Andy Launer, who discusses and plays "The Birth of the Blues." Scott shares a tip for playing gospel tunes. Guest Dave Powers discusses and performs, "Hang On Sloopy."

804

Host Scott Houston takes viewers through the classic country hit, "Rocky Top," and discusses "comping" on a piano. Guest Oksana Kolesnikova talks about and performs "Amazing Grace." Andy Launer entertains with "Pick Yourself Up."

805

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Jack Widner, who discusses and plays "Don't Fence Me In." Scott demonstrates how to make your melody line sound more interesting. Milton Ruffin talks about and plays "America the Beautiful." Bradley Sowash entertaines with "I've Got It Bad."Don't Fence Me In: Jack Widner joins Scott and talks about playing

806

Host Scott Houston is joined by his guests Dave Powers, Mary Daniels, and Bradley Sowash to discuss and perform the holiday tunes, "It Came Upon A Midnight Clear," "What Child Is This?" and "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen."

807

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest David Tolley, who discusses and performs the "Carol of the Bells." Scott demonstrates playing the rock hit, "Lay Down Sally."

808

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Bradley Sowash, who discusses the topic of playing by ear. Scott takes viewers through the song, "Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes." Guest Dave Powers demonstrates and performs his version of "Smooth."

809

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Andy Launer, who discusses and performs the classic song, "South of the Border." Scott shares some of his favorite left-hand blues techniques. Guest Dave Lowe talks about and plays "Help Me Make It Through the Night."

810

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Matt Munhall, who discusses and plays, "I've Been Working on the Railroad." Scott demonstrates the Bossa rhythm. Guest Dave Powers talks about and performs "Pride and Joy." Jack Widner performs "Old Time Religion."

811

Host Scott Houston is joined by guest Milton Ruffin, who discusses and performs the sacred song, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus." Scott takes viewers through the song, "Bah, Bah Black Sheep." Guest Andy Launer talks about and performs "Blues in the Closet."

812

Host Scott Houston and guest Bradley Sowash discuss the minor blues. Scott demonstrates a famous a country slide lick. Scott also discusses playing solo versus accompaniment style. Guest Jack Widner talks about and performs "Blue Prelude." Nat Kerr performs "This Land Is Your Land."

813

Host Scott Houston discusses "Boot Scootin' Boogie" and how to end a song using the 6-9 chord. Guest Andy Launer talks about and performs "It Might As Well Be Spring." Dave Powers performs "Sway."

901

Host Scott Houston and guest Bradley Sowash provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the popular tune, "Autumn Leaves." Guest Dave Powers performs a special version of "Moonlight Sonata" that he calls "Moonlight Snotta."

902

Host Scott Houston and guest Bobby Floyd provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the Ray Charles hit, "Georgia On My Mind." Guest Jeff DeHerdt performs "American Patrol."

903

Host Scott Houston and guest Dave Powers provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the classic Beach Boys tune, "California Girls." Guest Jack Widner performs "The Twelfth of Never."

904

Host Scott Houston and guest Matt Munhall provide their instruction and thoughts on playing Fats Domino's "Blueberry Hill." Guest Bobby Floyd performs the popular jazz standard, "All of Me."

905

Host Scott Houston and guest Jack Widner provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the Rodgers and Hart tune, "Isn't It Romantic" Guest Bradley Sowash performs "Down By the Riverside."

906

Host Scott Houston and guest Bobby Floyd provide their instruction and thoughts on playing Duke Ellington's "Don't Get Around Much Anymore." Scott discussed half chords and whole chords. Guest Matt Munhall performs Bob Dylan's "Knockin' on Heaven's Door."

907

Description Host Scott Houston and guest Bradley Sowash provide their instruction and thoughts on playing "Heart and Soul." Scott shares a tip on embellishing songs using chord tones. Guest Dave Powers performs Michael Buble's' "Everything."

908

Host Scott Houston and guest Bobby Floyd provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the Billie Holiday tune, "God Bless the Child." Scott shares a tip on 'turnaround' and piano playing. Guest Jack Widner performs "Autumn in New York."

909

Host Scott Houston and guest Dave Powers provide their thoughts on playing the Stevie Wonder hit, "My Cherie Amour." Guest Bradley Sowash performs his original song entitled "Bittersweet."

910

Host Scott Houston and guest Jack Widner provide their instruction and thoughts on playing Ray Noble's "The Very Thought of You." Guest Mary Daniels performs the Norah Jones hit, "Don't Know Why."

911

Host Scott Houston and guest Matt Munhall provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the Randy Newman hit, "You've Got a Friend in Me." Guest Bobby Floyd performs George Gershwin's "Summertime."

912

Host Scott Houston and guest Bradley Sowash provide their instruction and thoughts on playing Duke Ellington's "Satin Doll." Guest Matt Munhall performs the Eagles rock standard "Desperado."

913

Host Scott Houston and guest Dave Powers provide their instruction and thoughts on playing the TV theme song from "Cheers." Scott discusses 'splitting the digital piano.' Guest Bradley Sowash performs "Jesus Loves Me."