Expanding Vocabulary Over the Second A SectionIn previous lessons, we explored the bridge of rhythm changes and how to apply those concepts to other tunes. We also examined one possible approach to the first A section, demonstrating how…
In previous lessons, we analyzed the bridge of rhythm changes and explored how to apply those ideas to other tunes. However, the A sections are just as important, as they follow common harmonic movements found in many standards. By…
Here's a link to the whole album: Do you have a fav cd you want to mention? Put in this google form: Here is the form.What do you guys think of this CD? Like it? Hate it? In the middle? Not a typical jazz cd as many of…
In a recent lesson, I worked with a student on applying modal concepts to one of my original compositions, Mindful Moments. As in our previous lesson, we focused on incorporating dominant bebop harmony within a modal framework. While…
I recently had a lesson with a student where we focused on playing in modal settings. One key point I always emphasize is the value of incorporating dominant bebop harmony, even within a modal framework. While understanding modes is, of…
Lesson: Inverse Diminished Lines Over the Bridge of Rhythm Changes (Part 2)In this second part of the lesson, we’re continuing to explore the bridge of rhythm changes with a new twist on the diminished pattern from the previous exercise.…
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Here is a summary of the CD picks, including the title and performer, as discussed in the sources:
Alone at Last by Gary Burton
Explosive (Bags Groove)…
I'm a big fan of practicing the bridge of rhythm changes. The harmonic movement in fourths is common in many tunes, making this a valuable exercise for improving your ability to navigate various progressions.In this lesson, rather than…
I performed this with Maxence Daurait who is a great percussionist from France now studying at the Curtis Institute of Music. This was an incredible night of music put together by Don Liuzzi. He is the timpanist for the Philly Orchestra…
Great lesson to break into playing tunes solo. Here are links to all the other vids: Misty IntroLesson 1Lesson 2Lesson 3Lesson 4Lesson 5Lesson 6Lesson 7Lesson 8
I am looking to buy a used Musser M55.
I found one for sale by someone who is reselling an estate find, but he knows nothing of the history. Is there any way to decode Musser serial numbers to determine build date, tuning, etc.? In my…
I am a month late. But, better late than never. Here is a list of harmonic options over the blues. This was compiled by my instructor, Bert Ligon. A lot of this stuff was discussed by Tony last month, but it might help to see it all in one…
Here is part 2 of chordal playing. It's playing in 3rds. Someting I like to do. The trick is to learn what you can and can not do with this, because you can't do everything. So you learn rythyms and phrases that you can do and try to…