Guitar and Improvisation

Welcome to Dominant 7th & Bebop Scales Unlocked, the podcast where we dive into the heart of jazz improvisation! Each episode, we break down the essential tools for jazz guitarists and musicians of all kinds to elevate their solos and unlock new creative possibilities. This season, we’re putting a spotlight on the powerful combination of dominant 7th chords and bebop scales.

Whether you're new to jazz or a seasoned player, join us to explore the theory, techniques, and stylistic nuances that make bebop lines sing. We'll discuss how to navigate dominant chords with bebop scales to craft those unmistakable jazz lines that turn heads and spark excitement. Plus, we'll talk about real-world applications with tips for practicing, exercises, and legendary solos from the masters that demonstrate how these elements come together on the bandstand.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the timeless jazz standard, Cry Me a River, and explore how to craft expressive, soulful improvisations on the guitar. Whether you're a seasoned jazz guitarist or just starting out, we’ll break down the chord changes, discuss melodic phrasing, and share practical tips on how to make your soloing stand out. We’ll cover different approaches to improvisation, from outlining the harmony to using the blues scale and chromatic embellishments, helping you create a personal, emotional interpretation of this classic tune. Tune in for insight, inspiration, and some live guitar demonstrations that’ll elevate your playing to the next level.

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of tritone substitutions—one of the most powerful harmonic tools for jazz, blues, and beyond. Whether you’re looking to add color to your chord progressions or find slick new ways to navigate tricky changes, tritone substitutions open up a world of creative possibilities.

We’ll break down what they are, why they work, and most importantly, how you can start applying them to your playing. From theory to practical examples, you’ll learn how to use tritone subs to enrich your soloing, comping, and chord melody skills.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to level up your chord vocabulary or a seasoned player exploring new harmonic landscapes, this episode has something for you. Grab your guitar and get ready to unlock new sounds!

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Join me as I break down chord scale improvisation over the timeless jazz standard 'All of Me.' In this session, we’ll explore how to craft beautiful solos by connecting chord tones and scales seamlessly through the changes. Whether you're new to jazz or looking to expand your improv toolkit, this talk will give you practical insights to enhance your playing. Perfect for guitarists, pianists, and all instrumentalists.

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In this talk, we'll explore techniques for harmonizing the melody of the jazz standard "All of Me." We'll break down how to create rich, soulful harmonies that complement the song’s iconic melody, using jazz chord voicings, passing tones, and reharmonization techniques. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced musician, you'll gain insights into how to build harmonies that enhance the melodic structure and bring new depth to this timeless tune.

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