Jazz Guitar Improvisation
In this video guitar lesson, MI instructor Sid Jacobs teaches a myriad of practical, usable strategies for navigating jazz changes on guitar, including scale patterns, triad substitutions, intervallic ideas, chromaticism, and more!
Videos
• Introduction (01:00) - Sid Jacobs welcomes us to the course.
• Diatonic Scales (02:04) - Start with diatonic scales as a foundation for improvisation.
• Modes (01:00) - Explore modes and their unique sound for jazz soloing.
• Melodic Minor Scale (00:43) - Add the melodic minor scale to your improvisation toolkit.
• Harmonic Minor Scales (03:52) - Dive into the harmonic minor scale for a more exotic flavor.
• Triad Pairs (13:51) - Learn how to use pairs of triads to create dynamic lines.
• 3rds & 7ths (03:11) - Focus on the intervals of 3rds and 7ths to add jazz sophistication.
• 4ths (04:04) - Explore the interval of 4ths for a modern, open sound.
• 4ths Moving in 5ths (01:36) - Practice moving 4ths through the cycle of 5ths for a unique progression.
• 4ths in Melodic Minor (02:52) - Combine 4ths with the melodic minor scale for even more variety.
• 4ths Moving in Minor 3rds (02:02) - Experiment with 4ths moving in minor 3rds to create interesting lines.
• Four-Note Chord Shapes in 4ths (01:45) - Learn four-note chord shapes built with 4ths for a fresh harmonic approach.
• Tritones (01:45) - Incorporate tritones into your improvisation to add tension and resolution.
• 4ths & the Augmented Triad (02:20) - Combine 4ths with augmented triads for an advanced sound.
• Diminished Scale (01:06) - Unlock the diminished scale to add chromaticism to your solos.
• 4ths in Major 2nds (00:42) - Learn how to move 4ths in major 2nds for a more fluid sound.
• Closing (01:33) - Wrap up the lesson with final thoughts and tips for jazz improvisation.