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Podcast #44 - Chord Synonyms from 2019-12-04T19:00:03
https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog/podcast-44-chord-synonyms
A powerful tool that doesn't get mentioned enough is chord synonyms - chords with enough similar notes that they can be use...
Podcast #43 - Turnarounds, I-VI-II-V and Tadd Dameron Chords from 2019-10-23T18:15:02
https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog/podcast-43-turnarounds
Turnarounds! No, this isn't your GPS speaking - it's real jazz lingo ?They're the chord progressions you can use to get from the en...
Podcast #42 - How To Practice Jazz Guitar Licks from 2019-09-17T17:00:06
For a jazz guitarist, learning licks is the equivalent to learning phrases in a language. However, it can often feel quite forced to use new licks in a solo - after all, aren't you supposed to be i...
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Podcast #41 - Creative Metronome Exercises from 2019-08-21T20:00:06
Developing a strong sense of internal time is an essential part of learning jazz guitar! No more chasing the beat - this skill will make your solos and comping sound steady as a rock at jam session...
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Podcast #40 - Quartal Harmony and Fourths Voicings for Jazz Guitar from 2019-07-18T18:04:29
In this episode we decipher the whole mysticism behind "voicings in fourths", also called quartal harmony. The first few voicings on Miles Davis' "So What" immediately come to mind when think about...
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Podcast #39 - Blues Substitutions from 2019-06-12T20:00:06
As a jazz guitar player, you'll be asked to and will likely want to play the blues. It's a ubiquitous form and there are so many heads out there. Likewise, there have surely been times where you've...
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Podcast #38 - Coltrane Changes from 2019-05-13T15:00:09
As a new jazz player, it can be tempting to want to jump into Giant Steps, a pillar of jazz music, and expect to be just fine! However, Coltrane changes are challenging if don't know how to approac...
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Podcast #37 - Numbering Chords in a Tune to Transpose with Ease from 2019-04-13T16:46:47
It can be tough when you're out at a gig or jam session and you've gotta transpose for a singer. You've never played that song in that key...
Here's the podcast to explain how you can number ch...
Podcast #36 - Intros + Endings from 2019-02-07T15:47:39
If you've ever run into the situation where you struggled to set-up a tune with a nice introduction or create a nice, smooth ending, this podcast episode is for you. Here, I'm discussing a few simp...
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Podcast #35 - Using Big Scales to Unlock the Fretboard from 2014-10-01T00:00
In this podcast, we'll look into an exercise that is relatively simple in concept, but that can go very deep (as far as helping you become a better improviser). The "big scales" exercise, so-called...
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Podcast #34 - Jazz is Cerebral from 2014-08-01T00:00
Jazz is intellectual, right? Or is it? Find out by listen to the latest podcast on this website!
This podcast originally appeared on the blog here:
https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/bl...
Podcast #33 - Written Studies (versus bits and pieces) from 2014-07-01T00:00
As jazzers, we're often culprit of only learning "bits and pieces" of the stuff we learn. A scale, an arpeggio, a few licks (etc.), and off we go improvising. In this podcast, we discuss the releva...
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Podcast #32 - Playing Free (for improving) from 2014-05-01T00:00
Playing *completely* free (without constraints of time, chords, scales, or other) is a great learning tool. See if you can incorporate the tips from this podcast in your daily practice. It's libera...
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Podcast #31 - Modes of C melodic and C harmonic minor from 2014-04-01T00:00
In this podcast, we cover the basic chords found in both C melodic minor and C harmonic minor scales. This is generally a huge gap amongst students, so grab your guitar now, and learn those chords ...
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Podcast #30 - Live Shows (Micro Podcast) from 2014-03-01T00:00
Pop this quick micro podcast where we discuss the relevance of attending live jazz performances.
This podcast originally appeared on the blog here:
https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/bl...
Podcast #29 - 7 Reasons to Go to Jam Sessions from 2014-01-01T00:00
Are you a regular at you local jam session(s)? Or perhaps, you're a little afraid of them. Whatever the case may be, here's the podcast on the best reasons to attend your local jazz jam sessions. T...
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Podcast #28 - Why Teaching Makes You a Better Jazz Guitarist from 2013-12-01T00:00
The act of teaching (or bluntly "showing stuff to others") is one of the most overlooked tools for learning jazz guitar. And, for that matter, teaching is of utmost importance when attempting to le...
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Podcast #27 - Perspective from 2013-10-01T00:00
Often all we need to get ourselves out of a rut is a little perspective. In this podcast, I'll share three straightforward (and immediately applicable) tips to gain a broader perspective in your mu...
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Podcast #26 - Lee Konitz 10 Gradients for Improvisation from 2013-08-01T00:00
In this podcast, we discuss the 10 gradients of improvisations, as explained by legendary saxophonist Lee Konitz. There have been questions about the different exercises and processes, and the podc...
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Podcast #25 - How to Approach Standards from 2013-07-01T00:00
In line with the recent "Dummies' Guide to Jazz Standards", here's a podcast on how to learn, memorize and play better on standard songs. We discuss the "4-chorus exercise" (an invaluable learning ...
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Podcast #24 - The Minor II-V-I Quick Start Guide from 2013-06-01T00:00
Wonder how to get started with the minor II-V-I? Does you're soloing abilities suddenly crash and burn every time you come across a progression like Dm7(5) - G7(b9) - Cm? Then here's a simple guide...
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Podcast #22 - Teaching and Mentoring from 2013-05-01T00:00
This short podcast discusses the importance of teaching and mentoring ... for our very own benefit. When we teach (jazz guitar or other), we become the pupil. If you have never been a guitar teache...
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Podcast #23 - How to Remember Tunes from 2013-05-01T00:00
The best way to remember tunes is not to forget them (said no jazz guitarist ever!) Here a series of tips on how to maintain your current repertoire of jazz guitar standards. And for dessert, a nea...
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Podcast #20 - Accountability + Bb Blues Analysis from 2013-03-01T00:00
Accountability is one of the most powerful tool when it comes to getting things done. Lose weight? Get a coach (or a partner) Learn music? Get a good teacher. So long as we have to pay dues to some...
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Podcast #21 - Letting Go + Muscle Memory from 2013-03-01T00:00
A rather "anatomical" and spiritual podcast, we talk about letting us get out of the way mentally and letting the fingers do what they know what to do on their own. Crazy.
This podcast ori...
Podcast #19 - Key of the Week from 2013-01-01T00:00
The "Key of the Week" principle is discussed at length in this short podcast. Wanna improve your jazz guitar improvisation chops fast? Then vary the keys in which you play in often. It shows tremen...
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Podcast #18 - To pentatonic ... or NOT? + Pacing Yourself from 2012-12-01T00:00
An interesting podcast where we discuss the usual myth of pentatonics "I'm a jazzer now, I don't use these gimmicky pentatonics anymore." So far from the truth! Plus, we'll discuss some basic pacin...
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Podcast #17 - Listening to Other Styles of Music from 2012-11-01T00:00
Jazz only constitutes 5% of total album sales this year. So, don't you think it's relevant to lend your ears to other styles of music? It absolutely is relevant. Plus, it's going to make your jazz ...
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Podcast #15 - Assumptions Are Dangerous from 2012-10-01T00:00
"Don't assume, or else you make an ..." Yup! This is still relevant, even in the jazz guitar department. So the rule of thumb is: don't assume anything about anyone or anything. And don't assume th...
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Podcast #16 - Finding Your Muse from 2012-10-01T00:00
It is so important that, as artists, we find what really blows our mind. It keeps the flame alive. So in this podcast, we discuss how to find your (very own) muse.
This podcast originally ...
Podcast #14 - Being Overwhelmed + Having Too Much to Practice from 2012-08-01T00:00
Who hasn't already been there, we should ask. Practice session with "50 items" in point form? Wanting to learn 50 songs by yesterday? Feeling overwhelmed with all the harmonic possibilities? Chilla...
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Podcast #13 - Pentatonics for II-V-I + Technical Advice from 2012-07-01T00:00
A very popular podcast on the website, this is where we get down to business with applying the infamous pentatonic scales on regular (boring) II-V-I progressions. Lots of fun and "out sounding" ide...
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Podcast #12 - Extending II-V-I + Jazz Theory from 2012-06-01T00:00
In this (rather long) 12th podcast here, we'll dwell heavily on the theory side: extensions on the II-V-I and other more philosophical implications to musical theory.
This podcast original...
Podcast #11 - More II-V-I Soloing + Walking Bass from 2012-05-01T00:00
Two fun topics for the podcast number one-one (I love repeating digits): II-V-I soloing and walking bass. In the II-V-I department, we'll further our explorations started in the previous podcast.
Podcast #10 - II-V-I Soloing + Systematized Learning from 2012-04-01T00:00
Here's a fun podcast where we look at ways to approach soloing on II-V-I. We'll also talk about ways to make our learning "systematized" so to speak.
This podcast originally appeared on th...
Podcast #9 - Personal Development + Scale Positions from 2012-03-01T00:00
Becoming a better person is key in developing your jazz guitar skills. The more we grow as human beings, the more we learn about life and music. That's why this podcast focuses on personal developm...
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Podcast #8 - Chordal Vocabulary + Solar Analysis from 2012-02-01T00:00
In this 8th podcast, we talk about building an harmonic vocabulary of jazz guitar chords to use in your comping. What should be part of your arsenal? In the second half of the podcast, we'll also d...
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Podcast #7 - Practice Time + The Shadow of Your Smile Analysis from 2012-01-01T00:00
Finding the time to practice is often described as the #1 hurdle for up-and-coming jazz guitarists. If you're having difficulties getting enough time in the practice room, then this podcast is for ...
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Podcast #6 - The Form + Minor II-V-I from 2011-12-01T00:00
Respecting the form (of the song) is what guides our jazz improvisations; it's the vehicle. In fact, not following the form properly is one of the main culprits for "not being quite there" for lots...
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Podcast #5 - Chord Vamp Solos + Bebop from 2011-11-01T00:00
A discussion on how to improvise during those rather "static" chord vamps. And the second topic has also been a very "in demand" one recently: bebop. How? Why? ... and who? I believe that every jaz...
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Podcast #4 - Adding Chromaticism to Your Lines from 2011-10-01T00:00
The most awaited podcast topic of all: chromaticism! Jazz guitarists are always curious about jazz lines with a chromatic flow. How can we achieve such a technical level of "out playing" while stil...
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Podcast #3 - Your Own Voice + Stella by Starlight Analysis from 2011-09-01T00:00
This important podcast deals with the most crucial element for any jazz artist: finding your own voice! Then we proceed to a short and sweet harmonic analysis of the great standard "Stella by Starl...
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Podcast #2 - Archtops + All the Things You Are Analysis from 2011-08-01T00:00
In this podcast, we discuss the archtop guitar "myth" in jazz and then proceed to analyze the harmony of the great standard tune "All the Things You Are"
This podcast originally appeared o...
Podcast #1 - 10 Tips for Jazz Guitar Beginners from 2011-07-01T00:00
For the first podcast of the series, we will look into 10 quick an easy tips for jazz guitar beginners.
This podcast originally appeared on the blog here:
https://www.jazzguitarlessons...