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A Theory Sequence.
THEORY SEQUENCE STEP 1
Take a Jazz Theory Tool.
Theory Tools ExamplesChordsTriadsProgressions5-12-5-17th ChordsChord TonesTritone ReharmMaj6th Bebop ScaleRootless VoicingsChord Tone ConnectionsMelodic MotifsRhythmic MotifsDrop 2 Voicings
ExtensionsDrop 2 w/ ExtensionsApproach Notes W/ ExtensionsUpper Structure TriadsExtension ImprovTritoneRegister Texture CompingBebop Scale On Non Chord TonesRelative 2 MinorFourth VoicingsSecondary DominantsReharm Combinations
We learn and practice
the “Function” of our tool.
THEORY SEQUENCE STEP 2Practice the technical use of
the theory tool.
Major 7th Chords
STEP 2 – Practice Exercises For The ToolMajor 7th Chord Exercises
We learn and practice the “Application” of our tool.
THEORY SEQUENCE STEP 3Practice freely using our tool
naturally.
Practice Controlled
Spontaneous Use Of Our
Tool
Implement our tool into ANY tune we want in order to freely self
express.
THEORY SEQUENCE STEP 4
Major 7th Chords
STEP 4 – Implement tool into tunes.
Major 7th Chord Exercises Major 7th Improv Major 7th Implementation
HERE’S WHAT HAPPENS
- Learning core jazz piano tools based of proven language learning blocks
- You have a structured learning process to follow
- You’re developing as a complete player without holes