Step #3 – 2-5-1 Montuno
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 3 - (theory) This is an extremely fun montuno to learn that moves nicely through a 2-5-1 progression.
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Step #4 – Hexatonic Augmented 7th Chords (bVII+, I+)
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 4 - (theory) Augmented 7th chords are tricky to play over as is, but…when you’re able to confidently solo over them, t…
Step #1 – Dominant Montuno
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 1 - (theory) This is a fantastic dominant montuno that moves from the suspended 4 down to the 3rd then back up again.
Step #2 – Minor Montuno
Stage 5 | Lesson: 41 | Step 2 - (theory) The minor montunos are always a favorite in latin jazz. This is a fantastic one that should be learned. If yo…
Step #1 – Hexatonic Series Sus Chords
Stage 4 | Lesson: 40 | Step 1 - (theory) In this step we’ll be using a hexatonic scale to improvise over sus chords in order to achieve a more moder…
Step #3 – Advanced 2 Hand Voicings Part 3
Stage 4 | Lesson: 40 | Step 3 - (theory) At this point you’ll have seen and played a lot of voicings. Remember that your foundation will be shells f…
Step #1 – Hexatonic Major 7th Chords (VI-, VII-)
Stage 4 | Lesson: 39 | Step 1 - (theory) This is a nice mellow hexatonic scale you can use over major 7th chords that provides the 13, and #11 extensi…
Step #3 – Advanced 2 Hand Voicings Series Part 2
Stage 4 | Lesson: 39 | Step 3 - (theory) Here we’re combining upper structure triads with our LH shells. This particular set up is as good as it get…
Step #4 – Drop 2 Top Line Harmonization
Stage 4 | Lesson: 39 | Step 4 - (theory) This little drop 2 harmonization strategy creates a gorgeous top line combination that is widely used in the …
Step #5 – Major Upper Structure Triads
Stage 4 | Lesson: 39 | Step 5 - (theory) There are some beautiful major upper structure triads. Obviously not as many as our dominant 7ths, but these …