Analyzing the 'Bones' of Bebop Melodies (Donna Lee)
How to find the structural 'bones' inside complex Bebop heads. We analyze how Charlie Parker and Wes Montgomery target chord tones.
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.
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.