Conversation with John Stowell and Genil Castro, Part 2: Further Discussion of Bossa Nova, Samba and Harmonic Strategies Using Reharmonization and Melodic Minor Modes

Genil explains his reharmonization of the intro to “Dindi”; John and Genil both demonstrate the use of melodic minor chords as dominant chords and the broader applications of this harmony in other contexts. Also covered are some strategies for improvising over non-diatonic progressions and the use of rhythmic motifs in solos.