Modern Harmony & Harmonic Concepts

Jay Umble·
4.8 (9 reviews)
·BEGINNER·Harmony·1 lesson
Guitarist Jay Umble holds his first Mike's Master Class where he conveys his ideas on modern harmony and harmonic concepts.  Read more for a detailed outline. 1. Modern Harmonic Systems a. C Dorian Harmonized Scale b. Major and Minor Parallel Chordal Systems 2. Blurring the Harmonic Nature of Chords 3. Bossa Nova Rhythm Concept with application on a Standard Tune 4. Parallel Voicing Concepts for ii - V7 - I Progressions 5. Modern Comping with the Blues a. Using a common tone on top for entire chorus b. Pianistic voicings c. Other voicings - 12 bar example d. Applying the Altered Dominant Matrix System 6. Modern ii - V7 - I Progressions 7. Harmonic Set-Ups View a second clip from this class

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Dennis Klotz
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4/27/2024

This is a solid class. Definitely lots of ideas to keep you working through for a long time. I've been trying to find that particular sound, and with this class, I feel like I'm finally able to play what I've been hearing in my head. Good mix of practical stuff with theory behind it. 5 Stars for sure.

Michael Guerrisi
2/1/2015

Jay Umble is truly one of the modern masters of jazz guitar.The opportunity to take real time live classes with world class educators from across the nation is amazing.Instructional DVD's are great ,but the ability of having one on one interaction with educators of Jay Umbles caliber on Mike's Master Classes is the real value.Jay Umbles class on Modern Harmony &amp; Harmonic Concepts was jam packed with great information.Something's immediately popped some light bulbs and I was able to implement them right away.....and some things will require much study.Jay is abel to teach very modern outside concepts and make them sound in the pocket.Check out his &quot;Blurring the Harmonic Nature of Chords&quot; or his &quot;Applying the Altered Dominent Matrix System&quot; <br /> <br /> thanks for a GREAT lesson<br /> MrGuitar

Nino Ruggieri
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11/11/2014

"Masterclass Harmony"

Harmonic Master!!Well explained and great feel!!Only a few have this kind of knowledge of harmony.Yeah How to put a "avoid "note in the chord!Thank you

marco coccioli
8/7/2011

Simple and powerful. Jay has a gift in presenting ideas that work right away. Perhaps this comes from his personal re-elaboration of Pat Martino's teaching.<br /> I found expecially useful his hints on modern blues harmonies, and a lot of fun to play. <br /> I will surely buy Jay's lessons on the Altered Dominant and on Composition.

Robert Minchin
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2/2/2009

The class was very well organized and the material was innovative and extremely well presented in a logical, well organized manner. Easy to understand and apply. Jay is a gifted teacher and player and this one of the best lessons I have had. Highly recommended.

Torkill Bruland
7/14/2008

I just want to say thanks a lot to Jay Umble for his Master Classes. I'm learning a lot, especially about what fascinates me the most with the jazz guitar, modern sounding jazz harmonies and pianistic like voicing. His Altered Dominant Matrix System Must is very extremely helpful for fretboard integration. Highly recommended! Thank you to MrGuitar for the tip on Umbles books.<br /> <br /> Cheers from Norway

james seaberry
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10/3/2007

Tremendous material, very clear, concise delivery. Well explained. I would gladly buy another class with Mr. Umble and highly recommend him to others.

Chris Van
4/27/2007

This lesson was the sign post to many of the things I would hear on CDs but could never quite figure out. Mr. Umble is clear in his explanations. Strangely enough, I found some of the ideas extremely easy to implement right away (esp. major and minor parallel chordal systems)! The end result gave me the feeling of &quot;controlling the dissonance&quot; like the masters do. There are also many aspects of the class that will require greater effort.

Matthew Warnock
7/7/2008

Great material, really easy to understand and presently in a clear and concise manner. Though, just like Mr Umble's other class, it would have really helped to have heard him demonstrate the material in a tune right off the top of the class. Otherwise, definately worth checking out!<br /> <br />

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About the instructor

Jay Umble
Jay Umble has studied with world-renowned guitarists Pat Martino and Joe Diorio and has released two recordings which incorporate straight ahead and modern jazz styles. He is currently finishing a recording project with international percussionist, Jamey Haddad from the Paul Simon Group. Jay is on the faculty of Bucknell University and Susquehanna University where he teaches guitar mechanics, harmony, theory and fretboard integration in addition to general guitar playing. He has several instructional books published through Mel Bay Publications with endorsements from such jazz greats as Steve Kahn, Pat Martino, Paul Bollenback, Joe Diorio, Barry Greene, Sid Jacobs and Rene Stefano. Jay's latest book, "Payin' Your Dues With The Blues", is due out in the Fall of 2007. He serves as a jazz guitar clinician for the Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz organization and also writes a monthly guitar column for their newsletter. Jay performs throughout Central Pennsylvania with his Jazz Standards Trio, Duo and his modern trio, STRING THEORY. Latest Class Psychology, Philosophy & Methodology for the Jazz Guitarist - I