Soloing and Reharmonization Strategies for Standards

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Using the standard “Gone With the Wind”, John and Randy trade choruses, reacting to each other’s approach to harmony and soloing. Specific topics of discussion include implied time, displaced rhythms, voice leading and improvised chord melody. Also covered are diads, contrary motion, pianistic and drop 2 voicings and altered dominant chords. John and Randy also alternate choruses of comping to demonstrate accompaniment techniques.

Sub-Topics:

Importance of the use of space in soloing and comping
Moveable shapes used as altered dominant chords
Motific development in solos.

Categories:

Chord Melody
Chord Voicings
Harmony
Modern Jazz Guitar
Soloing

Expected Outcome:

The student will have new ideas regarding variations on standard diatonic progressions and new chord voicings and solo lines.

Level: Advanced

Course Content

Lessons

Soloing and Reharmonization Strategies for Standards Full Class2956

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John Stowell is a unique jazz guitarist influenced as much by pianists and horn players as he is by guitarists. His original take on harmony, chords and improvisation sets him apart. John has taught internationally for 30 years in every educational setting. His clinics are informal, hands-on and informative. In addition to music theory and guidelines for improvisation, John shares his professional experience with the business of music. "In the age of mediocrity and clones, John Stowell's uniqueness and originality is a breath of fresh air. I love playing with him." - Paul Horn