Improvising over Minor Swing Made Simple with the Magic of Triads - Free Guitar Lesson

[@CanginiPalmiro]

1)You are an excellent teacher 2) You r wonderful man 3)This is a fantastic lesson 4)You have open a closed door Tanks from italy

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you! You're welcome to join me in Sicily! courses.gypsyandjazz.com/courses/sicily2020

[@motorhead1995able]

Of all the Gypsy teachers on KZbin he has to be the best one

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks Jeff Did you hear about my upcoming La Pompe online workshop? courses.gypsyandjazz.com/courses/la-pompe-live-workshop

[@zapantalambda]

Undisputably one of the best jazz gypsy teachers here in youtube. He is clear and straight to the point.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

That's my goal. It's so great to hear it's good for you!

[@zeezeetube]

Probably the most amazing single lesson across all styles. My sincere thanks for being so thoroughly selfless.

[@captainsnarge2668]

I am two lessons in and my life will never be the same! All I wanted yesterday was to know what "la pompe" meant. I am so grateful to have found these very effective lessons by this extremely talented teacher.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thank you!

[@andrewosborn8901]

Yaakov. I'm retired now, but I am one of the most experienced guItar teachers in the UK. 43 years as a senior teacher across three local authorities. I love the simplicity of your teaching. So many online guitar teachers talk so much they often obscure the point that they are trying to get across! I have shared your link with some of my former colleagues, a couple of whom are very well known indeed. Keep up the good work.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks Andrew. Glad to read this. You are welcome to be in touch- [e-mail] Cheers!

[@awaywithpaul3423]

This is probably the single most important guitar video I’ve ever watched. I’m in my 50’s and you have explained some really useful ideas so thank you so very much 🙏👏

[@GypsyAndJazz]

That's heartwarming. I hope you feel the results in your own playing.

[@oldmaterizz4516]

I can add to that saying this jump started my playing and i use the concepts everywhere in my playing. This video started all my soloing

[@jimjoiner]

Agreed!

[@ReverendRicktaScale]

Brilliant lesson, possibly the best Gypsy Jazz lesson ever! You show technique and melodic concepts over a standard song form so that it can be instantly be used by the student. It is easy to hear the early jazz masters like Django, and Charlie Christian using chord shapes, it sounds a lot more musical and logical than playing scales. Please keep the song based coming .

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks a lot, Reverend Rick! Notice that I use examples from songs in my lessons, even when the song name isn't part of the title. I've even developed some complete courses based on specific songs. Take a look at GypsyandJazz.com for more free lessons and a l istof courses. Have fun with your guitar!

[@ThunderboltWisdom]

I totally agree. It put everything right in front of me in a way I've never experienced before. Great lesson. Thank you.

[@dipradog]

you are so right

[@erolgermannemmanuel5637]

It puts a smile on my face hearing the craftmanship in this sound !! Thanks.

[@matnik6035]

I am a pretty bad guitarist. Like, three chord bar chord level. I was able to jam pretty enjoyably within a couple of hours with JUST THIS VIDEO'S techniques - literally the first and only video I watched on the subject. Sir, this is magic!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks for sharing! Exactly - magic! Explore it a lot and then explore this channel for more.

[@LushLofiBeats]

I'm 13 years old and my teacher has helped me fall in love with jazz over the past six months I'd say. I'm playing for a jazz school in another six months and he told me to do as much research as I could on learning more about the styles and as I have to improvise over minor swing for the rehearsal I'm trying to get new ideas this helped me so much thank you

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow - I wish I knew this when I was 13! Wishing you success and lots of fun!

[@internalmethods]

I'm writing/producing a song in this style and was looking for vids to learn/practice leads. This is BY FAR THE BEST video I've seen on this.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad to be of help!

[@jeanpascalaigrault1707]

Hey. I’am french an i don’t understand all what you explain. But i understand the concept. Triad. I following teacher of gipsy jazz in french. Never saw that. Congratulations ; it’s magical.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

So glad you could understand that. Use it well!

[@hertor8803]

Perfect lesson. Short, clear, understandable and achievable whilst giving you the platform to reach limitless possibilities. Thank you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful! Have you seen my new Jazz and Gypsy Jazz Mastery Course? You can get it now for free! Click here: www.gypsyandjazz.com/gj-guitar-mastery-sign-up?

[@shaileshj5236]

A lesson which gives vision.. not just playing notes of any song. Thanks.. India

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks Shailesh. Adopt the magic of triads into your solos - Django did!

[@tomsefton5555]

At last - the perfect lesson on improvisation. It really is. Thank you so much.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome, Tom! Let the magic work wonders for you!

[@ouzalghost8411]

I am 72 and have played guitar from the age of 11 and only just getting into gypsy jazz, thank you for the lesson I love it

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great - go for it!!!

[@garyrochussen3430]

Wow! I've been playing guitar for a long time, but never tried to learn gypsy jazz style. It just sounds "too hard." With this, my first time watching, you have given me the knowledge to believe I can at least approach gypsy jazz, and now i want to dive right into it! I hope you have many more excellent lessons like this one, because I am so excited to learn more.😃

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Just subscribe and take a look at the free lessons on my blog at GypsyandJazz.com

[@damiang8620]

As a life long guitar player myself... you are easily one of the best teachers I ever ran across .. Thank you for the awesome lesson for an awesome style of playing. I am subscribed 🙏

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks, Damiam! It's an honor and a pleasure!

[@marquee-moon]

I’ve seen the concept of enclosures a lot before, but this was the first explanation of it that really clicked for me and made sense in a practical sense, particularly on guitar. Many thanks!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stuartarnold4495]

Another well thought through lesson on a subject that makes a big difference, thanks for sharing Yaakov

[@GypsyAndJazz]

My pleasure! This really is magic! Use it well!

[@LacReldnert]

I’ve learned l can play Gypsy jazz! Now I need to learn your awesome accent! Geez my wife is gonna melt when I show her my approach notes and enclosures...especially chord shapes! Thanks and blessings to you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

That's amazing! Thanks for your comment. Enjoy!

[@mattwilcockson5963]

Really impressed with the simplicity and clarity of the teaching

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful, Matt! Take a look at the full course on GypsyandJazz.com!

[@vengeurinactif]

Very impressive lessons. Sounds to me like it could be applied to any music style. Bravo, it is very motivating me to play more! Thanks a lot.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Of course, it can be applied to any song in any style. have fun with it!

[@ButtmanRises]

I am blessed with this video, so I bless you too, beautiful man!

[@jasonmiles1199]

Thank you, thank you thank you!!!! I had just about given up on the idea that I might ever be able to improvise over chord changes. This lesson put a smile back on my face and I am doing what I thought I would never do. Excellent simple lesson.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad I could help! That's super, Jason!

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

My God!! I wish this video existed a few months ago, or that I found it. I just figured out this stuff from playing gypsie jazz and picking up a few things from youtube. But you confirmed a lot of my ideas and gave more to do with it. I am now learning the E7 shapes and diminished shapes. But this Major E triad is very nice in its own right!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

That's great! next stage is to add motifs based on these shapes. Enjoy!

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

@@GypsyAndJazz Ahh Yan such an honour to recive a message from you. I saw you gave an example of some motifs. Do they follow strict form or dose it vary. As in if I had a 5 note motif and the third note was the root of the chord. Would that mean when I change chord to repeat the motif I would have that chords third note the root of that chord (not scale root unless in the 1st mode)

[@TerryDBlack]

@@michaelcorcoran3942 does it sound good? That’s the only question needed..!

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

@@TerryDBlack Thanks man you were right. Its funny to look back and see I have learned a bit :) You couldn't be more right

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

Hi Yan, my god I look back and see my questions didnt make much sense hahaha. I get you now ideas around this. I guess the strategy is , learn the chords of a gypsy jazz song, the form, then the arpeggios needed. Then have fun with your motifs and artisitc style. I am trying to work in mixing major and minor blues scales in also

[@owendoconnor]

Triads and motifs. Brilliant. Django decoded

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You got it!

[@caleblythe3955]

This is one of the best guitar lessons I’ve ever watched on KZbin!! Thank you 🙏

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks, Cale! Enjoy using it!

[@iwanjones7334]

I got more from this video than all the stuff I watched in the last five years. Just brilliant and thanks Yaakov

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks, Iwan! Glad to be of help!

[@davidrussan1946]

You sir are a gifted teacher many thanks

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You are very welcome! Happy to have you as a student!

[@jarijukkaharri]

YES; YES; YES!!! Absolutely fantastic and the method with that tranquility gives hope to non-maestros like me.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great! Use it well. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@garettpatria]

Your videos are A+. You've cracked a code I've been struggling with for over 35 years. Thank you, Sir!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great to hear! Thanks

[@GuildF40]

This is just guitar gold. Thank you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're kindly welcome! Use it well!

[@Kennelmouth]

This video was made 2 years ago and I'm only seeing it now? I wasted the last 2 years of my life...lol. What a great and simple, yet rich lesson. Can't wait to dig in deeper. *subscribed*

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks! There's no time like the present! So glad you and the lesson found each other!

[@patrickblay7684]

Just Fantastic. You are giving us what nobody else teaches. Thank you so much for your Generosity. Take care.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

So nice of you! My pleasure!

[@pianotunernick]

A brilliant lesson. Many thanks. I've never heard triad playing laid out so clearly

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you enjoyed it! Use it well.

[@tonybaloney6656]

Thanks man , such a valuable lesson . No one has explained these concepts this simply. Forever grateful 🙏🏽

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aleduchamp83]

The best video about improvising I have seen... very simple and practical 👌

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks!

[@adrievankempen2054]

Nice lesson about what you hear and you're sound is so direct!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you kindly!

[@mirkomisic5884]

I have been following this channel for quite a long time, I have learned many important things that are really useful. It couldn't be simpler. It takes dedication and imagination to achieve something this beautiful. Explained in a few small but very important things.. It is only necessary to say- Thank you great teacher!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great to hear!

[@doctormysterioso1]

You are an excellent teacher.

[@petetanner153]

Thank you man. All it needs is a lot of practice.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Right, Pete! That's always true, but this helps you make every bit of your practice time count.

[@mariaantona6216]

Das ist eine ausgezeichnete Lektion, vielen dank dafür.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks! You're very welcome!

[@rolandlorenzen8561]

Now, this really helps a lot! Being an Mandolin/Tenorguitar player i always struggle a bit with guitar tutorials but this one is great! Thank you very much!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

So glad to be of help!

[@artyactor]

it took me 30 years to find someone explain Django Style so perfectly and enjoyable to learn ! thank You forever :-)

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thank you. May it bring you joy!

[@collinbergkamp7077]

Me too!

[@ysocky]

This is the single best and most practical lesson on improvisation I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks! Have you seen my new Jazz and Gypsy Jazz Mastery Course? You can get it now for free! Click here: www.gypsyandjazz.com/gj-guitar-mastery-sign-up?

[@JSDJerry]

That was a really great and clear lesson. I don’t play gypsy jazz, mostly great American songbook jazz, but I’m going to apply the principles you demonstrated. Of course, I’ll start with minor swing

[@GypsyAndJazz]

These ideas are perfect for you. Gypsy Jazz sprang up out of Django Reinhardt's playing, but he himself was playing American swing!

[@gergely_hando]

Dear Yaakov! God gave you a fantastic talent. Thank you so much for sharing this with us! It shows on your face how much you are with the music you play. I wish you all the best! Gergely from Hungary

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thank you! Wishing you the best too!

[@Jazz68Guitar]

Your lessons are magical. Thank you very much from Italy.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you!

[@josephbeau-reder813]

Yo dude, I've watched maybe 200+ guitar videos on youtube, and yours is for real the more useful and best explained one, I love you, thank you very very much !

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad I could help!

[@bobfrausto1597]

You are a great teacher thank you for making it easy

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Yes, keep finding ways to make it easy and you'll make your music more beautiful!

[@aybabtu2834]

Great vid, great moment with you and Django. thanx a lot Yaakov

[@blackrainbowfiresword177]

Just found this on my feed. Holy smokes, mind blowing. This is going to be GREAT! Thank you,thank you, thank you!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you like it! You can make magic!

[@johnhawkinshawkins1284]

you make me want to play guitar! best video about guitar on the tube.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Super! Have you seen my new Jazz and Gypsy Jazz Mastery Course? You can get it now for free! Click here: www.gypsyandjazz.com/gj-guitar-mastery-sign-up?

[@vodoo5748]

This concept is great, but the magician is you! 👍

[@oskararnarson]

I have never had this explained so well to me. Thank you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome, Oskar! It's gratifying to hear that my explanations went over well with you.

[@temp289]

Sir. You are truly a great musician and one of the best teachers I’ve ever seen. Your right hand technique is so beautifully followed by the exactness of your knowledgeable left hand. Also the gentle style you use to get the point across is perfect. Thank you and much success in the future. John Paiva (Snugg Fitt)

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks a million, John. Much success to you in using this magic!

[@craiglawless2339]

Never explained so clearly! I've sent it to all my friends!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Awesome, thank you so much!

[@래브라도킴]

this is best lesson ever ive got thank you for making this video

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you!

[@markbarton6845]

Best gypsy jazz lesson I’ve ever watch. Thanks you for practically explaining it in a useable way. I’m gotta enjoy using these techniques in my playing

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome! Keep making good use of this and let me know how it's been going!

[@reneelalala7690]

I am just beginning my gypsie jazz journey and this is SO useful!! THANK YOU!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You bet!

[@colinmatthews8166]

Yes, many many thanks - so simple an idea but such a lot of interesting and fun approach. I have been waiting many years for this! Brilliant.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you! Glad to help!

[@dorkdelacruz6340]

thank you for making this very easy to understand. you helped me a lot. we need more teachers like you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad to hear that!

[@detodounpoco37]

So simple and so complex at the same time. Excellent ideas, thanks ❗️

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You’re welcome 😊 Use them well!

[@alistairtearne9518]

You have such an inspiring manner of teaching. I’ve learnt so much from this video. Its so rare to find such good teachers and has made my weekend. Thanks.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you appreciate it, Alistair!

[@Leetubeish]

Brilliant lesson!! I am new to gypsy jazz and so many make it over complicated but this guy is spot on. Thank you so much. This has helped me no end. Great great video!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful! Stick with it!

[@paularsenault2505]

Great lesson! I just found your channel about a week ago and you are very quickly becoming one of my favourite music educators on youtube. Top notch stuff!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Welcome aboard! Been super-busy with a live retreat and online workshops!

[@paularsenault2505]

@@GypsyAndJazz Awesome - keep up the great work!

[@46vr48]

Thank you so much! This is so great! I am a total beginner, it is very difficult to figure out how to play the Chord-pattern.... watching your courses really helped! Thank you ~~~

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome! Make it simple, keep it simple and enjoy the magic!

[@toohip42]

What an amazing lesson... I may even get the feel of gypsy jazz at last !!!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Yess!!

[@dingoswamphead]

You have shared useful and simple information and shown how to expand these triads into viable solo expressions. Thanks once more, Yaakov.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

My pleasure! Thank you for your comments

[@beaudog59]

Amazing lesson. You make a simple idea sound so fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you kindly! Triads really are fantastic!

[@julieannwilliams9134]

I am new to gypsy jazz and play the baritone ukulele and your video is awesome. It has helped me learn so much thank you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wonderful!

[@siddhartharai3059]

Bundles of thnx to u for giving such an easy way of improvising...one of the best lesson...

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks a ton! The Magic of Triads is real magic!

[@mic7eleven]

Thank you so much Yaakov! This was a wonderful & inspiring lesson.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome!

[@Hondengans]

Been messing with gypsy jazz for the last weeks and no other lesson got me hooked, going and improving my playing as this one. Many thanks!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Yes, this method is so fun. Enjoy

[@Onoins425]

0-11secs....the most beautiful phrase I have ever heard in my life

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great to hear! Thanks

[@collinbergkamp7077]

Wow, Man. And just like that I can finally play Gypsy Jazz. You are a great teacher. Thank you, Brother!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@collinbergkamp7077]

And I mean "just like that" after 33 yrs of playing plus one viewing of your video.

[@vanfigs]

One of the best lessons I've found here. Thanks!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Wow, thanks! Now, practice your magic!

[@NathanBily]

This is really one of the best lessons I have ever had on playing. It was incredibly eye opening and you made the concept so simple to follow. Jazz in general, gypsy or not, has a strange following of bad teachers who are less musical and more sterile in their explanations. Often times you can walk away from a jazz lesson confused. I love how you say ' forget about 6th's and 9th's, just remember the shapes'! I wonder how many amazing early jazz players learned this way. Great job, I feel like I stumbled into a secret guild of old world player's secrets.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Hey, Nate, It's really gratifying to hear that . Go for it and play what sounds good to you. Take a look at the more in-depth explanations in the free lessons at gypsyandjazz.com.

[@musodojomusic]

Excellent playing and great explanation. Thank you! 💫🎸🎶

[@GypsyAndJazz]

My pleasure! Thank you! Glad to hear it! Have you seen my new Jazz and Gypsy Jazz Mastery Course? You can get it now for free! Click here: www.gypsyandjazz.com/gj-guitar-mastery-sign-up?

[@andrewboore3899]

Bro this is a fantastic lesson! Thank you

[@GypsyAndJazz]

My pleasure, Andrew!

[@RexMcDowell]

I'm a beginner and this was great. Thank you. Terrific and practical lesson.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you enjoyed it. Rex!

[@erichowell1050]

So simple but effective thanks for this lesson.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you enjoyed it. It's one of the foundations of good improvisation. Simple is good. Been busy with my amazing retreat in Italy and online lessons and bootcamps!

[@NestaSimbaSauti]

You, kind sir, are a magnificent teacher of extraordinary and specific genre of jazz. And You do it remarkably.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks! and don't forget that you can implement what you learn here and what you learn from Django in any other genre of jazz. That's the treasure of Django!

[@OuterCrawdad]

Yessir! You are a good teacher. Great pace to the explanation.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you so much, Austin. It's good to know I'm pacing it right. I try to be very clear!

[@schoukrounjacques5663]

géniale, magique, un vrai plaisir votre vidéo pour l'improvisation . Bravo et merci;

[@GypsyAndJazz]

You're very welcome. The triads work magic!

[@Arthur_My_Dear]

Wonderful. So evocative

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Have lots of fun with it and remember to use it over other songs!

[@mari8it]

Awesome 👏, this lesson blows my mind, you opened a new world for me, and it was there and do simple, years of studying and never learned this in a so simple and intuitive way, thank you

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad it was helpful! I felt the same way when I discovered this. May it serve you well. You can find a full course on this topic GypsyandJazz.com. I'd love to hear how you're coming along with it.

[@Web4Panama]

Lots of ideas here! Cheers

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you like them!

[@RBMasih]

I don’t play gypsy jazz but have learnt a lot melodically apply to other styles.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

There is so much to learn from Django that you can apply to any other style of music

[@steorna]

Thanks for this lesson from Germany! I liked it very much! And it helped!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad to hear that! I'd be happy to hear how you use it!

[@edesbalazs]

Fantastic, no-nonsense lesson!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thank you!

[@zaherfaraj4936]

thank you very much great lesson

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you liked it! Have you been following my Creative Improvisation Challenge on KZbin? I hope to see you in the live workshop tomorrow. Check the description below the video and be sure to sign up if you haven't yet.

[@lilikura]

Wow! This is the best lesson ever. Thank you! Subscribed.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Welcome aboard! Enjoy playing and learning and let me know what you'd like me to address in my free lessons.

[@aberhan]

This is very helpful, make that very, very helpful. It’s learning the fundamentals that make Gypsy jazz sound Gypsy.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Great! Happy you love it. Thanks

[@buddybeetle]

Fantastic lesson. This has helped me so much. Many thanks to you.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

My pleasure! Thanks for sharing

[@starmark68]

Wow where have you been all my life, what a great teacher you are, I totally understand clearly everything you demonstrated and it's improved my gypsey playing so much, thank you my friend this is dynamic stuff.. 👍

[@GypsyAndJazz]

That's awesome. Thanks for the comment, so happy to help. Please share it with your friends :)

[@juanpablonunez2310]

I really enjoyed this video! so good! thanks!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Curt-Mitchell]

This is excellent man. Excellent. Clear and concise.

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RBZ3]

Amazing lesson...thank you very much. You deserve a lot more subscribers. Cheers!

[@GypsyAndJazz]

Thanks, RB, Pass the word around!