Unlock the Secrets of Jazz Improvisation
Developing A Jazz Language, the sixth volume of Jerry Bergonzi's acclaimed series Inside Improvisation, is the ultimate guide to mastering jazz improvisation. This comprehensive book and online audio package provides aspiring jazz musicians with a deep understanding of the language of jazz, enabling them to improve their skills and express themselves confidently.
Learn the Fundamentals
The first chapters of this volume focus on the prerequisites of chord scales, approach notes to chord tones and target notes, scale motives and sequences, and lines. This solid foundation ensures that you understand the building blocks of jazz improvisation.
Master Improvisational Techniques
Part two of Developing A Jazz Language qualifies improvisational techniques into three areas: melodic, harmonic, and sonic (rhythmic devices are the focus of Vol. IV, Melodic Rhythms). This menu of soloing devices allows you to select your personal course of study and develop your unique sound.
Explore Advanced Concepts
Among the numerous topics presented are guide tones, voice leading, chord substitutions, three-tonic system for composition, tritonics, hexatonics, tonal expansions, whole tone playing, augmented symmetric scales, double diminished scales, limited range and large range playing, shapes, blues melodies, accents, comping as a soloing device, common tones, articulations, and laying back on the rhythm.
Practice with Online Audio Tracks
The book includes free downloadable audio tracks of twelve standard chord progressions, each played in two different tempos. These tracks provide the perfect opportunity to practice your skills and apply the concepts learned in the book.
Join the Ranks of Jazz Masters
Developing A Jazz Language is an invaluable resource for any serious jazz musician. By studying this comprehensive guide, you'll gain the knowledge and skills necessary to take your playing to the next level. Buy Developing A Jazz Language Book & Online Audio now and start your journey to jazz mastery!