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What is Modal Jazz? (And 5 Easy Modal Jazz Standards You Should Learn)
Modal tunes are an essential part of jazz repertoire. If you are new to jazz music, it won't be long before you'll encounter the...
Jazz Theory
3 Dominant 7th Chord Types All Jazz Musicians Encounter
Anyone who has played jazz or leafed through a jazz fakebook or "real book" probably has noticed that the dominant 7th chord is one...
Jazz Theory
Learn the Melodic Minor Scale & Supercharge Your Jazz Improv
The melodic minor scale is one of the most important and useful scales you can master.Yes, you should know your major scale and its...
Jazz Theory
The Right Way to Use the Diminished Scale
The diminished scale is one of jazz improvisers' most useful and versatile tools. However, many musicians resist learning how this eight note scale works...
Rhythm
Mastering Polyrhythms: 3 Polyrhythmic Exercises Every Jazz Musician Should Know
Why should you practice polyrhythms?Well, rhythm is one of the most important aspects of jazz. To take your playing to the next level, you...
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The Ultimate Guide to Mastering 7th Chords (and Beyond)
Are you stuck on 7th chords and can't seem to break through? This ultimate guide to 7th chords will help you master jazz harmony.
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28 Jazz Blues Heads You Need to Know To Get Better At Jazz
What's the best way to absorb jazz language and thrive on your instrument?That's easy—By learning jazz songs that contain essential jazz vocabulary!What are some...
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16 Famous Jazz Musicians You Need To Know
The best way to learn any language is to listen to its native speakers. When it comes to understanding the musical language of jazz,...
Jazz Theory
Jazz Chord Progressions: 9 Must-Know Jazz Progressions
Learning chord progressions in jazz seems like a daunting task.I often find that some players who love jazz music become overwhelmed when they try...
Jazz Advice
Jazz Jam Sessions: Everything You Need To Succeed At A Jazz Jam Session
The importance of playing jazz music with other players cannot be understated. That's why you need to attend jazz jam sessions.I teach online jazz...