Breaking Down a Jazz Solo 1
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Start Your Free TrialIn this workshop, Jonny breaks down a notated jazz solo to teach you exactly how jazz pianists construct a solo. You will analyze the scales, rhythms, approach tones, embellishments, and left hand bass techniques used to create engaging melodic solos.
Jonny also explains how to build the energy of your solo by considering the range, dynamics, repetition, and development of ideas. This course shows you how to put all the pieces together.
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Breaking Down a Jazz Solo 1 – Lesson 1
Major Turnaround Progression and Soloing Techniques
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