2-5-1 Soloing with Block Chords
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This comprehensive course teaches students how to solo using block chords, a technique involving beautiful five-note chords that can harmonize any melody. The course is structured around the two-five-one chord progression, which appears frequently across jazz, blues, pop, rock, and other musical styles. You will learn to construct block chords in simple steps, understand chord movement between melody notes, and master techniques like roll-ups and fast melody harmonization. The course includes six detailed lessons covering chord progression fundamentals, block chord introduction, deep dives into each chord type, and practical application across different musical styles including jazz swing, bossa nova, and ballads. You’ll receive twelve downloadable backing tracks and sheet music to practice with, making this a complete learning experience for developing confident improvisation skills with block chords.
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