Chord Melody Masterclass
Tools for Improvising - "Autumn Leaves": 3-part Lecture Series
About this masterclass
Jazz guitarist Lorne Lofsky teaches a three-part lecture series on Autumn Leaves, using one of the most-played jazz standards as a vehicle for tools you can apply to your improvising everywhere. The series is free for members of Mike's Master Classes.
The three parts
- Part 1: the chords, melody, and harmony of Autumn Leaves
- Part 2: soloing over the chord changes, with a deeper look at scale and arpeggio options
- Part 3: Lorne demonstrates his own approach to playing the tune and shares performance tips
Along the way you get an inside look at how a veteran jazz guitarist thinks through an iconic standard, from arranging the harmony to building solos. Song sheets are provided. Read more about Lorne Lofsky.
Lessons in this masterclass
Lessons
- 1Autumn Leaves Part 1 [April 1 @9am]35s
- 2Autumn Leaves Part 2 [April 29 @9am]42s
- 3Autumn Leaves Part 3 [May 20 @9am]47s
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Canadian guitarist Lorne Lofsky is a mainstay of the jazz scene in the Toronto area where he has been performing and teaching since the 70's. He has performed and recorded with Oscar Peterson, Ed Bickert, Ray Brown, Benny Carter, Chet Baker, Johnny Hartman, Bob Brookmeyer and Pat LaBarbara among many others. From 1983 to 1991 Lorne played in a quartet with Ed Bickert which yielded two fine recordings. From '94-'96 Lorne was a member of the Oscar Peterson Quartet. The group performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the Montreal Jazz Festival, Sao Paolo, Brazil and numerous concerts throughout Europe. In addition, Lorne was featured on three CDs with Oscar Peterson. Over the years, Lorne has taught many clinics on jazz guitar and improvisation. He has been an Instructor at York University in Toronto since the late 70's, and has taught for several years at the University of Toronto. Lorne also has an extensive private teaching practice.