Wicked Keys

modern resources

to inspire

modern pianists

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Contemporary Piano Courses

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Sheet Music

Pop / Rock / Jazz & More

modern resources for modern musicians

Made to support and inspire todays piano students & teachers alike

We equip teachers and their students with practical, contemporary resources that complement traditional piano education.

[Courses, Sheet Music & Memberships Launch in August 2026]

Our Courses & Sheet Music

Our courses cover the practical skills today's musicians need

Explore contemporary chord theory, lead sheets, improvisation, arranging, accompaniment, keyboard skills, and more through structured, self-paced lessons designed to complement traditional piano education.

[Courses, Sheet Music & Memberships Launch in August 2026]

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101/201/301 Courses

Our contemporary piano approaches covering modern theory, improvisation, chord voicings, and music technology

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Modern Piano Method

A beginner friendly method for reading piano notation and the basics of chord theory

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Sheet Music

Easy Piano sheet music with epic backing tracks to get you jammin' with the band

Created by a Working Musician & Pop/Rock/Jazz Piano Teacher

James Baker is a contemporary pianist, keyboardist and educator with over two decades of live and studio experience across:

musical theatre and cabaret

corporate, wedding and function bands

choirs, big bands and orchestras

stage productions

recording sessions

As a gigging musician he understands the unique and essential skill set required of contemporary pianists working in today's music industry

Free Collection

Learn, play, and teach with confidence using our ever-growing collection of free contemporary piano resources for students and teachers alike.

[Courses, Sheet Music & Memberships Launch in August 2026]

  • Sheet Music

    Explore a growing library of free contemporary sheet music and professional backing tracks. From timeless classics to modern arrangements, download, play, and start making music today.

  • Chord Crash Course

    Master all the essential major and minor chords, then take them to the next level with a simple voicing hack you'll use every time you play.

  • Modern Keyboard Method: Level 1

    Build a solid musical foundation as you learn to read notation, understand basic chord theory, and begin creating music through improvisation.

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PLUS

Studio Policy Generator

For Teachers

Create a professional, customised studio policy document in minutes with guided questions, editable templates, and beautifully formatted PDFs ready to share with your students and families

Learner Membership

Includes

Access to the complete sheet music library + play-along backing tracks

All of our piano courses

Personal-use printing licence while your membership is active

New resources added throughout the year at no extra cost

[Courses, Sheet Music & Memberships Launch in August 2026]

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All Sheet Music + Piano Courses
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Personal License
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Monthly or Annual

  • Sheet Music

    Our entire and ever growing collection of sheet music + backing tracks

  • Piano Courses

    Access our full collection of expanding contemporary piano courses focusing on notation, chord voicing, music technology and improvisation

  • Personal License

    Licensed for personal use only


    Perfect for piano students, hobbyists, teen & adult learners, and anyone wanting to develop practical, contemporary piano skills beyond traditional sheet music

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Teacher Membership

Perfect for piano teachers looking to save lesson planning time, grow their studio, and teach with practical, contemporary resources.

Includes

Everything in the Learner Membership

The Business of Teaching Music course

Ready-to-use lesson plans for selected courses

Studio-licensed printing for you and your direct students while your membership is active

New teaching resources, courses, and sheet music added throughout the year at no extra cost

[Courses, Sheet Music & Memberships Launch in August 2026]

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All Sheet Music, Piano Courses, Lesson Plans & Business Course
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Studio License
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  • Everything in Learner

    All of our Wicked Keys sheet music & piano courses

    PLUS: Lesson plans for selected courses

  • The Teaching Business

    Exclusive course on building a sustainable teaching business

    - Learn best business practices

    - Develop clear boundaries

    - Treat your studio as a business

  • Studio License

    Print and use our resources with your own students for the duration of your membership

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Insights, Hot Tips & Gear Guides

  • Keyboard Buyer's Guide

    Keyboard Buyer's Guide

    Helping you choose the right keyboard for your musical journey. Whether you're buying your very first keyboard or upgrading to a professional instrument, this guide will help you understand the...

    Keyboard Buyer's Guide

    Helping you choose the right keyboard for your musical journey. Whether you're buying your very first keyboard or upgrading to a professional instrument, this guide will help you understand the...

  • 7 Reasons Every Pianist Should Learn from Lead Sheets

    7 Reasons Every Pianist Should Learn from Lead ...

    Learn how lead sheets help pianists build chord theory skills, explore improvisation, and make music accessible and fun.

    7 Reasons Every Pianist Should Learn from Lead ...

    Learn how lead sheets help pianists build chord theory skills, explore improvisation, and make music accessible and fun.

  • Shaping Authentic Hammond Organ Sounds: A Beginner’s Guide to Drawbars

    Shaping Authentic Hammond Organ Sounds: A Begin...

    If you’re new to Hammond organs (or to creating Hammond patches on a stage piano, synth or in MainStage) the sheer number of sliders, buttons, and effects can feel overwhelming....

    Shaping Authentic Hammond Organ Sounds: A Begin...

    If you’re new to Hammond organs (or to creating Hammond patches on a stage piano, synth or in MainStage) the sheer number of sliders, buttons, and effects can feel overwhelming....

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