Augmented Alchemy: Mastering the Augmented Scale

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Hey bass alchemists! 🎸✨ I'm thrilled to finally share this deep dive into the Augmented scale with you all. This scale has been a game-changer in my own playing, and I can't wait to see how you'll incorporate it into your musical journeys. Quick question: What's your biggest challenge when it comes to jazz improvisation? Let me know in the comments - I'd love to hear your thoughts and maybe address some of these in future videos. If you're hungry for more after watching, don't forget to check out the link in the description for the full PDF guide. It's packed with additional exercises, theory breakdowns, and tips that we couldn't fit into this video. Remember, mastering this scale takes time and patience. Keep experimenting, stay curious, and most importantly, have fun with it! Can't wait to hear the amazing things you'll create with this new tool in your arsenal. Rock on! 🤘🎶 #AugmentedAlchemy #BassGuitar #JazzImprovisation

[@AnjanaJawal]

😊😊all

[@JoeHubbardBass]

@@AnjanaJawal Great!

[@timothysedgwick3133]

Cool. Interesting lesson. I appreciate how you offer quality material for a fair price. To answer your question, biggest jazz improv challenge for me I think is getting the practice to come out in real time playing.

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Translating practice into real-time playing is indeed a process that takes time, but understanding the correct learning progressions is crucial. Many bassists find themselves stuck in a loop, repeating exercises without context, hoping everything will eventually click. However, there's a more structured approach to mastering improvisation. In the accompanying PDF available on my website, I break down this process into five key stages: 1. Definition 2. Assimilation 3. Integration 4. Superimposition 5. Application Each stage builds on the previous one, providing a clear path from understanding concepts to applying them fluently in your playing. This framework can help you move beyond repetitive practice and towards meaningful musical growth.

[@timothysedgwick3133]

@@JoeHubbardBass thank you.

[@timothysedgwick3133]

I've been really digging into the lesson this week. Really a nice sound and your fingerings have been very helpful to see the scale across the fretboard when working all 12 keys.

[@JoeHubbardBass]

@@timothysedgwick3133 Thanks for your continual support! This feedback helps me to keep delivering high quality lessons to you guys.

[@c.3636]

This lesson, as always, shows the complete control you have on the instrument. Very well explained. Bravo

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the lesson clear and well-explained. It's always my goal to combine technical skill with easy-to-understand instruction, so your feedback means a lot to me. Comments like yours inspire me to keep creating and improving my tutorials. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave such encouraging feedback. Stay tuned for more lessons coming soon!

[@ctodd122]

Thanks. Lots of information in that tutorial!

[@JoeHubbardBass]

No worries, glad you found it helpful!

[@pangeaproxima3681]

Wow, this is the real stuff.

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Thanks for the awesome feedback! I'm glad you found the lesson valuable. I always aim to deliver authentic, practical content for bass players.

[@1234drums]

Great one, ty ❤

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Thanks, glad you liked this one!

[@rillloudmother]

bass players be like: 'why come yall guitar players be having them weird tuned strings on top?' guitar players be like: 'symmetrical scales, son.'

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Hahaha- absolutely!

[@ErnieLeblanc]

🙏Sensei!🙏

[@JoeHubbardBass]

You're welcome.

[@ErnieLeblanc]

@@JoeHubbardBass I appreciate your KZbin videos and the great content you create within each one of them.🎯Best!

[@JoeHubbardBass]

@@ErnieLeblanc Many thanks for your support Ernie!

[@shabzstarchintu1211]

I can't believe iv found this

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Great! Good to have you here.

[@ImYourOverlord]

An augmented scale is just a Major scale with a raised 5th.

[@MV-XD2]

No. In C it has C, E, G and B in common but it also contains Eb and G#. It is a mistake to think of a scale in context of a totally different scale. Technically it is two augmented chords together (C and Eb). You can also express it as three overlapping major triads (C, Eb and Ab). If you listen to the patterns Joe is playing it sounds nothing like a major scale.

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Great observation! You're absolutely right about the Ionian Augmented scale, which is indeed a major scale with a raised 5th. It's fantastic to see you're familiar with these concepts. However, in this lesson, we're exploring a different beast altogether - the Augmented scale. While both scales can work over a Maj7(#5) chord, they each have their unique flavours and applications: Ionian Augmented: As you noted, it's the third mode of the Harmonic Minor scale. It has a distinct sound that's rooted in traditional harmony. Augmented scale: This symmetrical scale has a more ethereal, ambiguous quality. It's incredibly versatile, fitting over various chord qualities beyond just Maj7(#5). The Augmented scale opens up a world of creative possibilities in jazz and fusion contexts. Its symmetrical structure allows for some mind-bending harmonic superimpositions and intervallic patterns. Have you experimented with both scales in your playing? I'd love to hear your thoughts on how they differ in practice. Keep up the great musical analysis!

[@JoeHubbardBass]

@@MV-XD2 Well stated.

[@ImYourOverlord]

@@JoeHubbardBass After I commented, I tried to recall (from studying music theory last century and this century) if the Augmented I was thinking of also contains a raise 7th scale degree. It's now going to bother me until I look it up *LOL* I appreciate your detailed explanation here, and givine me the opportunity to learn more!

[@JoeHubbardBass]

@@ImYourOverlord No worries, music is a vast subject. Great to see that you're a committed musician.

[@dimitrikatakalos9487]

Play Long & Proper

[@JoeHubbardBass]

Thanks!

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