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Instructor
John Proulx
Course
Beginner
02:34:57

Get ready for the most comprehensive course on the smooth jazz style!

We’ll start with the essential chords and how to make them sound more colorful while adding fun rhythmic patterns. We’ll dive deep into various soloing techniques such as 8th notes, 16th notes, slides, turns, licks and runs using the blues scale. Finally, we’ll learn the 6 keys to crafting a memorable solo.

Course Objectives
  • Learn essential smooth jazz chords and rhythmic patterns
  • Master the ultimate smooth jazz scale with exercises (blues scale)
  • Practice soloing techniques such as 8th notes, 16th notes, slides, turns, licks and runs
  • Understand the 6 keys to crafting a memorable solo
Learning Focus
  • Improvisation
  • Practice Tips
  • Technique

Course Lessons

1
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 1
16:45

4 Essential Smooth Jazz Chords

3
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 3
13:19

The Ultimate Smooth Jazz Scale

4
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 4
18:54

Lower Position Soloing

5
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 5
19:00

Upper Position Soloing

6
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 6
15:50

Combining Upper/Lower Position

7
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 7
17:05

Soloing with the Full Keyboard

8
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 8
12:17

Top 6 Smooth Jazz Licks

9
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 9
13:39

Top 6 Smooth Jazz Runs

10
Smooth Jazz Challenge 1 – Lesson 10
16:06

6 Keys to Crafting a Memorable Solo

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