Videos
Improvising with the Major Modes: Part Three
Here’s an explanation of the scale cheat-sheet for the beginning half of the jazz standard, All of Me. Make sure you download the PDF File for this lesson.
Improvising with the Major Modes: Part Two
In this lesson we learn how to implement using the Major Modes in a basic jazz chord progression. Make sure you already have the PDF File; it’s the same one from the last lesson.
Improvising with the Major Modes: Part One
This lesson will show you how to make a basic cheat-sheet to use when improvising over jazz changes. And if you’re struggling with the major modes at all, just check out THIS VIDEO for a quick r...
The "Rules" of Jazz
Here are the basic rules of jazz chord/scale theory. Remember that even though rules can be broken, they still need to be learned. Or do they???
Creating Bass Lines Using Major & Minor Arpeggios
You can use these arpeggios not only in your practice routine, but also in creating bass lines and grooves. Here’s some easy pointers.
Creating Bass Lines Using the Major Modes
Learn to use the Major Modes to craft your own bass lines. If you need help with these modes just watch this video on The Major Modes: Not Just for Church.
Creating Bass Lines Using Chord Tones
Here’s a little bit of advice for making bass lines strictly using chord tones. Though this is more of a practice concept, it can be very hand for coming up with new ideas. Need help understandi...
Using the Major Modes to Play Within a Key
Here’s what the major modes will sound like over a set of chord changes in any given key. If you need help with these modes just watch this video on The Major Modes: Not Just for Church.
Sweep Arpeggios Across 3 Strings
Here’s some tips for doing 3-string sweep arpeggio patterns on a 4 string bass in a 6-note triplet cycle via two-hand tapping. Remember to practice to a metronome, slowly at first, and focus on ...
