Bob – Page 45

2011-10-05 By Bob 6 Comments

In the Car with Cannonball Adderley – Stars Fell on Alabama

In this episode I discuss Cannonball Adderley’s performance on the ballad “Stars Fell on Alabama”. While driving, of course.

2011-08-01 By Bob 4 Comments

An introduction to playing in odd meters. Geared toward advanced players but worth watching at any experience level.

2011-07-21 By Bob 3 Comments

A constant-triplet-through-the-changes exercise.

2011-07-21 By Bob 1 Comment

Topics covered include: Articulation, Accent points: targeting notes, Working over the descending-by-half-step minor 7th chord progression

Having a plan for each chorus; how to practice with play-alongs and with another person; improvisation strategies, and more

2011-07-10 By Bob 4 Comments

Introduction and getting started.

2011-06-27 By Bob 21 Comments

A practical example of enclosures (approach notes/leading tones) in a bebop phrase.

2011-06-20 By Bob 4 Comments

Learn tactics for effective use of play-alongs, as well as a breakdown of some bebop vocabulary.

2011-06-16 By Bob 2 Comments

Chris Potter’s Concentric Circles is one of my all-time favorite recordings and was HIGHLY influential on me.