You can check level 2 (Intermediate level) in this post here: How to Play the Real Book: Level 2 Arrangement of “Some Day My Prince Will Come” Someday My Prince Will Come is a classic jazz standard that has been recorded by numerous jazz musicians. In this tutorial, we will explore an advanced arrangement of this... Continue Reading →
You can check level 1 (Beginner's level) in this post Interpreting Lead Sheets: How to Bring the Music to Life. Someday My Prince Will Come – Beginner’s Level If you're interested in learning how to play "Some Day My Prince Will Come," you're in the right place! In this tutorial, we will be discussing the... Continue Reading →
Are you tired of playing music from the Real Book that sounds robotic and lifeless? Do you want to make your music more engaging and expressive? If so, you need to learn how to interpret lead sheets. https://youtu.be/7LGdSMfmfAI In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the Real Book and show you how to... Continue Reading →
Are you looking for an effective exercise to improve your understanding of jazz harmony and sharpen your improvisational skills? Look no further! In today's video, we'll explore the best exercise to practice target notes, a fundamental concept in jazz that can transform your playing. https://youtu.be/KcXtkjtZkMk Watch the entire lesson in video format (from the mDecks... Continue Reading →
Are you a jazz musician looking to take your improvisation skills to the next level? Look no further than "Bebop Lines You Should Know," the must-have book for anyone serious about mastering the art of bebop improvisation. Bebop is more than just a style of music - it's a language, and this book covers everything... Continue Reading →
Looking for a top-notch backing tracks app to help you master tonal harmony? Look no further than Mapping Tonal Harmony Pro! Our comprehensive app is designed to assist musicians of all levels in understanding and exploring the complex world of tonal harmony, offering a vast library of backing tracks, chord progressions, and exercises, all carefully... Continue Reading →
Are you looking for a great exercise to improve your jazz improvisation skills? Look no further! In this post, we're going to share a 7-step exercise that you can practice every day, no matter what your level is. This exercise is a progressive 7-step process that you can customize to fit your needs. Depending on... Continue Reading →
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