Instructor
Jonny May
Workshop
Intermediate
00:52:55

Stylize the Cycle of 5ths Progression in Swing, Latin Bossa Nova, & Jazz Ballad. An essential course if you want to comp on tunes like Fly Me to the Moon, Autumn Leaves, & All the Things You Are.

Course Objectives
  • Learn the Essential Cycle of 5ths Progression in Root Position
  • Master Walking Bass, Latin, and Ballad Approaches
  • Apply Improvisation Techniques
Learning Focus
  • Basslines
  • Chords
  • Improvisation

Course Lessons

1
Cycle of Fifths in 3 Jazz Styles 1 – Lesson 1
11:03

Demonstration, Root Position Chords

3
Cycle of Fifths in 3 Jazz Styles 1 – Lesson 3
07:33

Walking Bass, Half Notes, Swung Rhythm

4
Cycle of Fifths in 3 Jazz Styles 1 – Lesson 4
05:47

The Latin Approach, Both Hands

5
Cycle of Fifths in 3 Jazz Styles 1 – Lesson 5
06:26

Jazz Ballad Style, Improv Tips

6
Cycle of Fifths in 3 Jazz Styles 1 – Lesson 6
12:22

Improvisation Techniques, Shells, A Blues Scale

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