Silent Night – Jazz Ballad
This workshop is on the Christmas song, “Silent Night”. The comprehensive workshop will cover the following:
- Learning the melody
- The traditional 4-part hymn version
- A reharmonized lead sheet using chord extensions
- An accompaniment version with a swing left-hand
- Solo fills and passing chords
- A written out solo and improv scale index
- Written out intros and endings
- A final arrangement that puts it all together
It’s a beautiful song and a holiday favorite. All can enjoy this workshop!
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