Check out the pdf below.
You should know the tune. Write in the names of all the chords. Play all the voicings in time. Once you have it down, add rhythms.
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Hey,
This is a lesson of how you can use classical improvisation to practise technique (mainly scales).Oh, When I say "I think you will love this lesson" I mean "I hope you find this lesson helpfull".
Thanks
Dimitris
I did this quickly for a student and figured I'd post it here in case any of you guys want to try it.
It's in the key of Eb. It's Fmin7 Bb7 Ebmaj7 C7 progression.
Look at each voicing and name the chord.
Remember these are vibes voicings…
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