The addition of another note (either a 2nd or 4th) to a triad opens up a universe of possibility.  The result being a complex, contemporary sound  that will find its way in any given style:  from jazz, blues and  fusion.  In the hands of one of Australia’s most respected players,  participants will learn effective and efficient ways to practice and in doing so, gain insight into harnessing the material creatively. Topics include: contours, skips and steps, voicing/ comping, 2 and 3 octave patterns and superimposition.

The month will be based on the Dominant Bebop scale and will draw heavily from the classic book by Jerry Bergonzi - Jazz Line.   Bebop scales are incorporated in many styles ranging from jazz, blues and fusion and are a fantastic way of bringing a chromatic approach into our playing. We will take a systematic approach to applying this scale over different chord types including:

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Dominant 7th, Major 7th and Minor 7th.
By the end of the month you will have:

• 5 hours of recorded content

• Extensive notes

• A radical reshaping of your practice

• A comprehensive understanding of the musical concepts and their use

• Increased facility on the instrument.

• Tons of practical approaches.

• Renewed motivation and energy!

Of all the chords types available, Major 7th b5 is undisputably one of the most important. Its ability to be effectively superimposed over a range of other chords (minor, dominant and -7b5) and sophisticated sound, accounts for its prevalence in jazz, fusion and blues. Upon the month’s completion, participants will enjoy a drastically increased ability to navigate complex chord types melodically and harmonically and be introduced to concepts previously reserved for pro players.  TOPICS include: 2 note per string arpeggios, voicings comping, sequences, pattterns, rhythmic groupings, superimposition and practical application on well known progressions.