Soloing Over a 2-5-1 Progression
Learn to solo over the most common progression in all of Jazz. With a step-by-step approach, you’ll discover how to use scales, chord tones, chromaticism, and patterns to express your creativity.
Course Objectives
Learning Focus
Course Lessons
Soloing Over a 2-5-1 Progression – Lesson 1
The 2-5-1 Progression, Root Positions, Shells, Rootless Voicings (Stock Jazz Voicings)
Soloing Over a 2-5-1 Progression – Lesson 2
How to Create Phrases, Scales for Soloing, Stepwise Motion, Consonance & Dissonance
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