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Welcome to Video Lessons – A brand new resource featuring insider knowledge, actionable exercises, and powerful practice tips exclusively for Premium Members. Each month we’ll upload new videos on everything you need to level up your musical skills…
How to Simplify The Backdoor Progression in Rhythm Changes

The Most Tricky Chord in Rhythm Changes: The bVII7 Chord

Backdoor ii V, Jazz Harmony, Rhythm Changes

This particular measure of Rhythm Changes gives everyone trouble. Today you’ll learn a powerful concept to approach the bVII7 chord in a whole new way, and we’ll reveal a relationship that you probably didn’t even know was there.
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4 Bar Problem and The Power of Riffs

The 4 Bar Problem and The Power of Riffs

Chet Baker, I’ll Remember April, Jazz Language

Using Chet Baker as a model, you’ll learn to play over tricky tunes like I Remember April where you’re stuck playing a single chord for several bars. This approach will give you a completely new way to think about harmonically static sections of a tune.
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How to simplify Rhythm Changes uses minor chords

The ii Minor Tactic: More Tools for Rhythm Changes

ii V7 Progression, Jazz Harmony, Minor Chords, Rhythm Changes

Building on the basics, you’ll now learn to think through Rhythm Changes in yet another way, giving you countless more options for creating melodies. As you acquire more techniques, this progression will get easier and easier.
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How to Simplify Rhythm Changes

How to Simplify Rhythm Changes: The Basics

ii V7 Progression, Jazz Harmony, Rhythm Changes

Learn to change the way you think about the ‘A’ Section of Rhythm Changes and watch your ability to play these changes quickly progress. These concepts will give you the perfect foundation that you need.
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The Inverted Arpeggio Trick

The Inverted Arpeggio Trick

Arpeggios, Bebop Tools, Jazz Language

Bebop is by no means easy, but if you know specific tricks that the great players use, you’ll set yourself up for success. Inside, you’ll learn one of my personal favorite bebop techniques and I’ll show you exactly how to practice it with a series of clear exercises that you can download.
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