Pat Metheny and Eric Clapton have it. Charlie Parker did, too. Regardless of where you are on your journey as an improviser, understanding this feel will make you sound better. Quickly. This simple exercise will help.
Grooving over a Minor Blues with a Backbeat
Several simple ways to sound hip over a minor blues
7 Examples to Move You Beyond the Same Old Ideas Over Minor 7 Chords
Feel like you’re just repeating the same old ideas over those ubiquitous minor chords? Here are a few strategies to help you unleash new *melodic* ideas.
Blues Basics (5 lessons)
These videos will help you get started with basic triads and how to implement them in a tune and for practicing improvisation.
What Learning Languages Can Teach You About Learning Jazz
My good friend, jazz drummer Justin Varnes, on why “transcribing” is your ally in learning the jazz language.
The Ultimate Pre-Warm-Up Warm-Up
Over years of touring with little to no place to warm-up, I developed this routine to get me feeling like I’d been playing for hours.
Superimposing Diatonic 7th Chords on Dominant 7ths
One of my all-time favorite harmonic devices.