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A New Model In Viewing the Art of Improvisation - 2-1/2 Hours

A New Model In Viewing the Art of Improvisation - 2-1/2 Hours

Tony DeCaprio·
4.0 (1 review)·ADVANCED·Harmony·1 lesson
$7.95
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Break free from conventional jazz improvisation patterns and discover Tony DeCaprio's revolutionary tetrachord-based approach to creating authentic, personal musical statements. This comprehensive 2.5-hour masterclass reveals DeCaprio's unique "units with an attitude" system—sophisticated tetrachord combinations that unlock parallel scale relationships and inside/outside playing concepts rarely taught elsewhere. Through detailed demonstrations on standards like "All the Things You Are," you'll learn to navigate chord changes using mediant and submediant relationships, apply modal interchange borrowing from Phrygian and Lydian harmonies, and construct meaningful melodic motifs that transcend mere chord-scale running. DeCaprio shows you exactly how to identify resolution points within tunes, strategically place fills and phrases, and develop cohesive solos that maintain melodic integrity while exploring advanced harmonic territory. The course emphasizes practical application through DeCaprio's Arpeggiated Cyclic Progression Activities, teaching you to hear and execute smooth voice-leading between seemingly unrelated chords like D major 7 and Bb minor 7. You'll master the art of using fourth intervals musically rather than mechanically, understand flat-two substitutions in context, and learn to seamlessly blend inside and outside playing without losing the listener. Perfect for intermediate to advanced players tired of sounding derivative, this course equips you with a systematic approach to developing your own voice. DeCaprio's method moves beyond mimicry, providing the theoretical understanding and practical tools to express your unique musical personality in any jazz setting.

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Matthew Bottiglieri
4/9/2013

Interesting class. Tony is obviously an amazing jazz musician with a unique approach to jazz improvisation, and it was wonderful to obtain an inkling of some of the ideas that he's developed over his long, decorated career.<br /> <br /> I gave this less than 5 stars because I felt like the technical issues that Tony experienced made it a bit difficult to follow along with this class. Not Tony's fault, ultimately.<br /> <br /> Thankfully, this is a class that I will probably return to several times. There is a tremendous amount of information here, and it isn't necessarily presented in a linear fashion. Regardless, I recommend the class, despite the technical issues. Tony is a guru, in my opinion.

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Tony DeCaprio →
Tony DeCaprio, besides being a guitarist in demand in America and Europe (he has played alongside James Moody, Tommy Tedesco, Steve Kuhn, Peter Erskine and Elvis Presley to name a few), is a world-renowned Master instructor who regularly teaches students around the world via the internet . Jimmy Bruno said "Tony DeCaprio is one of the finest guitarists on the planet!". Tony has authored "Gateway to Guitar Improvisation" and "Strategic Picking and the Improvised Line" and he writes a regular instructional column in Just Jazz Guitar