IMPROVISING ON RHYTHM CHANGES Jazz Tactics #29

Aside from the blues, the chord progression for I Got Rhythm is used as a framework for jazz improvisation more than any other. Being able to improvise on rhythm changes is an essential skill for the aspiring improviser because they contain harmonic elements that are found in many other tunes, all of which have been discussed in other videos in this series. This episode delves into the basic rhythm changes chord progression and some of the variations that jazz musicians utilize, and includes demonstrations of melodic approaches ranging from blues and pentatonic scales to full chromatic bop-style improvisation.
ABOUT THIS SERIES
This is the 29th video in the Jazz Tactics series, exploring elements of jazz improvisation, based on my book of the same name and a university course that I taught for over thirty years. The sequential videos in this series will provide a solid foundation of understanding of the principles and practices of jazz improvisation, on both aural and intellectual levels. Below are some suggestions to get you started:
Do You Speak Jazz? • YOU ALREADY KNOW HOW T...
What Makes Jazz Jazz? • TRADING FOURS WITH FRE...
Why I Can't Teach You Jazz • WHY I CAN'T TEACH YOU ...
What's So Great About Chet Baker? • TRADING FOURS WITH FRE...
Trading Fours With Freddie Hubbard • TRADING FOURS WITH FRE...
Improvising on Autumn Leaves • IMPROVISING ON AUTUMN ...
Improvising on Sweet Georgia Brown • SWEET GEORGIA BROWN Ja...
Improvising on Rhythm Changes • IMPROVISING ON RHYTHM ...
Improvising on There Will Never Be Another You • IMPROVISING ON ANOTHER...
Improvising on All The Things You Are • IMPROVISING ON ALL THE...
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This is the 29th episode in the Jazz Tactics series, which seeks to shed light on the process of improvising jazz. (Other series on this channel include Jazz History and Brass Tactics.) Please take a second to click LIKE, consider subscribing for a new video almost every week, and know that questions and comments are appreciated and encouraged!

[@jeanpierrelabonte2868]

Nice to see a Gumby figurine approving in the behind!

[@chasesanborn]

We can all use a little Gumby watching over our shoulder. :)

[@MrRezillo]

Loved the "Sister Sadie" lick on the bridge at 6:02

[@quinzinhooliveira-official1139]

Hi Chase, my name is Quinzinho Oliveira, I'm a trumpet player in Brazil, I watched your video lesson and I really liked it. Continue this work as it is very important for young students. Congratulations

[@chasesanborn]

Thanks Quinzinho!

[@dennisnajoom9387]

Yet another great educational session by Chase Extraordinaire!

[@chasesanborn]

You have me confused with someone else. I am decidedly non-extraordinary. :)

[@tioliak]

Amazing! Thanks for the lesson

[@chasesanborn]

I'm always glad to hear the videos are helpful--thanks saying so!

[@petrovmusic]

Hi, very interesting lessons and clear! Please tell me, could you tell me how to beat the rhythm of the chenge in a modal key, with fret scales, those that give a modern sound harmony? Thanks a lot!!

[@chasesanborn]

I don't really understand your question. There are three videos in the series relating to modal tunes that might help.

[@petrovmusic]

@@chasesanborn Sorry I didn't see it))