Navigating the Changes, Part 1
Stage IV Jazz Improvisation Lessons • 29m
In this lesson, you'll learn a simple, straight-ahead, practice method for creating interesting lines that flow through the chord changes of tunes. You'll want to have your metronome handy for this practice routine, which is based on the chord progression from the "A" section of "Rhythm Changes."
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Navigating the Changes, Part 2
In this lesson, we'll take your practice to the next level by adding additional harmonic and embellishing components to the practice routine outlined in part 1 of this series. We'll also build speed and technique by working the exercises at a faster pace. The exercises and examples are based on t...
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ii-V By Any Name, Part 1, Video 1
This lesson identifies the naturally occurring ii-V chord sequences found in major keys. A practice routine with examples and exercises based on the chord changes to Charlie Parker's tune, "Confirmation," is provided for helping you learn to recognize and practice the ii-V combinations in all key...
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ii-V By Any Name, Part 1, Video 2
This is Video #2 in the series called ii-V By Any Named, Part 1.
