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6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1

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Instructor
Jonny May
Workshop
Intermediate
00:55:21

Discover 6 approaches for harmonizing a Jazz Ballad. Working through the chord progression for Misty, we discuss how to add beautiful extensions to create that classic jazz sound.

Course Objectives
  • Learn 6 different harmonic approaches to a Jazz Ballad Progression
  • Explore 7th chords and 9th chords
  • Master the turnaround concept
  • Learn a wider chord spread for accompanying
Learning Focus
  • Accompanying
  • Chords
  • Lead Sheets
  • Reharmonization
Featured Reviews

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Great explanation on enhancing chord progressions
Well structured course, going from the basics to beautiful chord voicings, inspiring me to try out this technique on other lead sheets.
Step-by-step Reharmonization concepts
Jonny takes you from simple triads to 7th and 9th chords and more to color a simple tune. I am still processing the information and can't wait to get it into my hands so it becomes automatic. A true gateway from simple to sublime sounds. Don't miss this course!
Great foundational stuff!
This is a great course for beginners and those like me who have gaps in their knowledge. Jonny’s encyclopedic knowledge and positive energy is always inspiring and valuable.

Course Lessons

1
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 1
06:25

Melody and Basic Chords

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2
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 2
08:32

The Turnaround Concept

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3
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 3
08:33

7th Chords and Other Approaches

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4
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 4
05:11

9th Chords

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5
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 5
12:06

Inverted 9th Chords

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6
6 Jazz Ballad Harmonic Approaches 1 – Lesson 6
14:34

2-5 Concepts and Member Questions

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Featured Reviews

View PWJ member reviews of this course!

Great explanation on enhancing chord progressions
Well structured course, going from the basics to beautiful chord voicings, inspiring me to try out this technique on other lead sheets.
Step-by-step Reharmonization concepts
Jonny takes you from simple triads to 7th and 9th chords and more to color a simple tune. I am still processing the information and can't wait to get it into my hands so it becomes automatic. A true gateway from simple to sublime sounds. Don't miss this course!
Great foundational stuff!
This is a great course for beginners and those like me who have gaps in their knowledge. Jonny’s encyclopedic knowledge and positive energy is always inspiring and valuable.
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