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This file is
not meant to be a free standing course of study. The different elements are
suggested to the individual based on experience and musical background. It is
best used by people with some background in jazz and I will be happy to
provide direction via email if any questions arise. "The
following pages summarize my approach to jazz harmony and the guitar. I grew
up in Chicago listening and watching greats such as Kenny Burrell, Wes
Montgomery, Joe Pass, Grant Green, George Benson, Phil Upchurch, and Larry
Coryell. They all played great but were not always sharing concepts or
techniques. They each had
a system of thought and technique worked out that would convey their musical
soul. I was especially impressed by Wes Montgomery because of his economy of
motion and the reoccurrence of chord forms that projected a new slant on the
harmony. Joe Pass as well had a system of chords that he used repeatedly but
it never sounded worn out. I came to realize that these players were
superimposing their familiar, well practiced chord forms over various
harmonic situations and depending on the rest of the band was doing, having a
fresh sound develop. An example would be if the band is playing the dominant
chord, let’s use G7 as the example; you could play a Dmi9 arpeggio and have a
pretty sound. If the band was on the four chord (Fmaj7) the same arpeggio
would have a different effect but still agreeable. The key
to making this work was good resolution, knowing which note to end on to
satisfy the prevailing harmony. An E minor 9 arpeggio would work in a
somewhat “out” fashion over the one chord (C maj7). So two simple arpeggios
would satisfy the One, Four (or Two), Five chord situations. This
collection represents many years of playing and study. Each study is a focus
on a concept which contributes to a technique that flows through complex
tunes. |
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1. Arrangements-Mp3
accomp. for some tunes- 2. Arrangements
-WMV, MIDI 3. Blues
and Variations MIDI A collection of variations that are commonly used
by jazz players. Includes two/five substitutes, back cycle, side slipping,
and tritone substitutes. Musical examples in standard notation, tab, and
diagrams. 10 page PDF 4. Chord
Chart Chord charts and how to use them . Discusses voicing and inversions.
100s of progressive diagrams covering extensions up to 13ths 5. Chord
Scale, Arpeggio Connection Chord diagrams Standard Notation, and Tab
describing the connections between these three powerful tools for the
improvisation . A 7 page PDF covering the 3 basic chord types found in
all tonal centers. 6. Chord
Theory and Application A good first step when approaching chords as applied
to jazz guitar. Diagrams assist in understanding principles and applications.
Covers standard extensions as well as altered chords 7. Chords
for Soloing Chord diagrams Standard Notation, and Tab showing chord forms
that are useful for improvising and stating chord melodies.2 page PDF
covering the 3 harmonic situations 8. Chord
Scale Relationships Chord, Scale, and Arpeggio Connection -Chord diagrams
Standard Notation, and Tab describing the connections between these three
powerful tools for the improvisation . Covering the 3 basic chord types found
in all tonal centers. 9. Coltrane
Harmony for Guitar Coltrane Harmony for Guitar-Theory and diagrams that
clarify Coltranes Giant Step Harmony 10. Comping
Chord Changes¦Mp3 examples Addresses techniques of Joe Pass and Freddie Green 11. Convert
to Minor A technique that reduces the 3 fundamental harmonic situations to be
played over with ease with one minor arpeggio. Used by many prominent
players. 12. Enhanced
Rhythm Tracks WMV Guided Rhythm tracks 13. Functional
Harmony Functional Harmony-This is the clinic material that I have used
in many settings. An overview as to how a jazz guitarist views harmony. 14. Gateway
Approach to Harmony This approach starts with an arpeggio with various
points of resolution. The detail harmony is determined by the note that
is the target of your phrase 15. Improvising
Using Thirds and Sixths WMV This study has standard notation, tab,
diagrams, and drawings to clarify the use of 3rds and 6ths. Goes into
diatonic and pentatonic applications. 16. Intros,
Turnarounds, and Endings Explains the functions of, and devices used to make
intros, turnarounds , and endings. Montunos and interludes discussed as well. 17. Modal
Harmonic Devices How to enhance the one or two chord modal type tune. Tab,
standard notation, and diagrams . Variations on popular themes. 18. Modes
of Diatonic Scales Clearly lays out the modal concept and the appropriate
scale and chord forms 19. Moveable
Chords A complete system for covering modern chord playing. A good
first study in movable chord systems Extended chords through 13ths 20. Octave
Technique A study of the technique that was brought to a high
level by Wes Montgomery 21. Pentatonic
Scale Management A guide through the confusion as to arranging pentatonic
scale to enhance more complex harmonies. Addresses the many variations of
what can be referred to as a pentatonic scale. 22. Pulling
Strings CD MP3 files------ 23. Quartal
Harmony This study takes a look at the chords that are
created from 4th intervals. 24. Quotes
& artwork Quotes and Artwork for
framing 25. Rhythmic
Forward Motion WMV files. Guided rhythm study in Windows Media
format addressing Rhythmic Targets 26. Scale
Morphing Scales combing elements of several
scales developing over time. Modern sound with energy. 27. Scales
intervals modes and Compass. Modes with the added concept of compass
(direction) influencing the effect of the scale 28. Scales
in the Box Scales in basic easy to reach moveable forms 29. Scales,
Ragas, and Riffs Fertile ground for developing new ideas. 30. Symmetry
according to Slonimsky Nicolas Slonimsky's ideas applied to the guitar 31. Symmetrical
Scales and Patterns Scales that have regular , symmetrical intervals 32. Teaching
Diagrams -Diagrams that a fretted instrument teacher would find helpful 33. Three
Notes per String Scale Patterns A system of scales that unleash speed because
of regular, uniform fingerings 34. Tonal
Pivot An interval based concept that simplifies complex chords 35. Triadic
Super Imposing 36. Bonus
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