June 2/6/26 June 2/6/26

Decoding the Wes Montgomery Sound: Upper Structure Triads meets Drop 2 Voicings

Ready to move beyond basic diatonic boxes? Discover the "Chord over Chord" logic used by legends like Wes Montgomery. We break down how to use Upper Structure Triads and Drop 2 voicings to turn simple shapes into rich, complex textures.

June 1/23/26 June 1/23/26

Decoding Wes: Upper Structures and Reverse Picking Mechanics

Advanced jazz guitar is not just about speed; it's about harmonic depth and physical mechanics. To truly sound like a pro, one must investigate the logic behind the legends. In this post, we deconstruct the "Db Major over Bb7" superimposition used by Wes Montgomery and analyze the unorthodox "negative angle" picking technique that defines the George Benson sound.

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