Connecting Thirds: Is It Okay to Use Bebop Vocabulary?
Does the 'connecting thirds' method mean you can't use famous licks? We discuss how to use vocabulary without losing the melody of the song.
Escaping the Position Trap: Upper Structures in Cycle Progressions
Stop thinking chord-to-chord and start seeing upper structure movements. Learn how to juggle 'Wes Lines' and 'Django Lines' through the cycle of fifths.
Transcription vs. Fretboard Logic: How to Learn the Jazz Language
Should you analyze every note or just immerse yourself in the transcription? We compare learning jazz lines to learning a foreign language through drama.
How to Create Intro and Ending Sections for Jazz Standards
Learn a reliable method for creating introductions using the last eight bars of a tune. Discover a lush, chromatic ending technique using the #4 chord.