Episode 1
Jazz Fundamentals
A brief overview of some common elements found in Jazz music
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Series 2 Workshops
Series 2:
Jazz Fundamentals
Episode 2
Jazz Toolkit & Chords
Learn about common Jazz forms, how to navigate charts and chord structures.
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Episode 3
Understanding Blues Forms
Find out how to identify Blues forms and what the important aspects are.
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Episode 4
Understanding Blues Chords
This episode will deconstruct all of the chords typically found in a Blues.
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Episode 5
Blues Improv Pt. 1 - Playing the 'Changes'
Exercises and methods for learning how to play through the chord changes in a Blues.
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Episode 6
Blues Improv Pt. 2 - Sonnymoon for Two
Learning the melody of ‘Sonnymoon for Two’ in a new key.
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Episode 7
Blues Improv Pt. 3 - Chord Scale Relationships
Building skills to create more interesting lines by using scales in your improvisation, and identifying which chords and which scales will work well together.
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Episode 8
Improvising with Extensions
The spicy notes! Extensions are the next big step in making your playing and improvisation really interesting. These will help you get that real ‘Jazz’ sound in your playing.
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Episode 9
Improvising Practice Tips
Practical advice on how to practice improvisation on your own (yes, even spontaneous creation needs practicing!)
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Episode 10
Wrap Up
Some additional resources, music to check out and ways to access the Jazz community in Melbourne.
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Other References
Video of Holly's MIJF Performance
Have a watch of Holly performing her own original composition at MIJF's These Digital Times in July 2020.
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