Let's go to the keyboard to visualize several things that will help you simplify—and thus extend—your ideas over a tune.
| Module 1 | 10 Lessons (13:20) |
| Lesson 1 | Root motion and harmonic rhythm |
| Lesson 2 | Outline every 7th chord (in time) |
| Lesson 3 | Derive chord scales from context |
| Lesson 4 | Using the piano, triads and upper structure triads |
| Lesson 5 | Creating interest with rhythm |
| Lesson 6 | Using chord inversions |
| Lesson 7 | Keep the direction, change the scale |
| Lesson 8 | Understanding voice leading |
| Lesson 9 | Limiting your range |
| Lesson 10 | Using motifs |