Randy Johnston

In this class, master guitarist Randy Johnston teaches you how to superimpose the Coltrane Giant Steps changes over the standard “Once I Had a Secret Love” and also gives you specific patterns and licks to play over these changes. Randy explains how these patterns and phrases were created so that you can create your own lines and also how to superimpose these substitute changes over any standard progression . By taking the class and practicing the ideas presented, you will be able to improvise on Secret Love using the Giant Steps (Coltrane) substitution and apply this same substitution to any ii-V-I progression. Looking to get secret tips for the standard Secret Love, then look no further than Randy’s course. Sub-topic 1: Substituting the Coltrane Giant Steps changes over any standard proression Sub-topic 2: Analysis of patterns used to create lines over these substitutions Sub-topic 3: Two complete 4 bar phrases (licks) using these patterns with explanations of how these phrases were created Categories: Comping Modern Jazz Guitar Soloing Standards Theory Includes a PDF of the Transcribed Solo & Techniques Used Running time: 36 minutes

In this course with Randy Johnston, learn to play a convincing solo on the changes to Miles Davis' "Solar". Create your own solo on Solar, and apply the techniques used to create this solo to many other Jazz progressions. By taking this course, you will learn a specific two chorus solo on Solar, complete with fingerings. You will furthermore learn the techniques used to create the solo so that you can create your own similar solos. These techniques include chromatic approach tones, upper and lower neighbor tones, substitution of ii OR V chords for the ii-V progression, close voice leading, altered dominant chords, and how to simplify the -7b5 chord. Chromatic approach and Neighbor tone techniques Substitutions to simplify the ii-V progression and the -7b5 chord Comping and soloing on "Solar" Categories: Comping Harmony Modern Jazz Guitar Soloing Theory Includes a PDF of the Transcribed Solo & Techniques Used Running time: 30 minutes

In this latest class, Randy Johnston will teach you a one chorus solo on a C minor blues note for note, and take you through a measure-by-measure analysis of the techniques used to create the solo. Randy will also teach you the exact chord voicings used to accompany the solo, with an analysis of how those voicings were derived. Looking for a fresh Blues Lick to add to your repertoire? Play and Comp to a Randy Johnston Minor Blues solo note for note and also understand the melodic and harmonic techniques used to create the solo, as well as how to play the exact chord voicings used. This will in turn allow you to create your own solos and comping on Minor Blues. In this course you will study: Voice leading, guide tones, and approach techniques as they apply to minor blues Melodic and Harmonic techniques and patterns used to create lines on minor blues, including a measure by measure analysis of these ideas Chord voicings and Comping applied to minor blues, including an explanation of the creation of the voicings used Intermediate, Advanced Running time: 31 minutes 2 Pages PDF Included

In this latest class, Randy Johnston instructs how to play the jazz-blues in F while simultaneously outlining the changes closely using approach techniques and chromaticism. If you are looking to sound both bluesy and jazzy at the same time, than this is the course for you. New Release Sale! You can expect to master a full written chorus of the blues with every line and lick explained and demonstrated note for note. In this course you will study: Voice Leading 3rds and 7ths (guide tones) and how to visualize them on the guitar Approach and Enclosure techniques and how to visualize them on the guitar WHEN to play the guide tones rhythmically to perfectly realize the chord changes Intermediate, Advanced Running time: 33 minutes 1 Page PDF Included

By taking the class and practicing the ideas presented, the student will be able to learn how to construct jazz solo lines which are harmonic and melodic at the same time and which realize the chord changes exactly without necessarily using scales and arpeggios. Very simple and direct ideas for voice leading on the guitar are provided along with a 16 bar etude with examples of all the techniques discussed. In this class Randy Johnston presents a 16 bar etude on the first two "A" sections of Charlie Parker's tune "Confirmation" which encompasses techniques that can easily be applied on the guitar and which include voice leading, jazz harmony, chromatic approach and enclosure variations, and exactly WHEN to apply these techniques to fundamentally play fast moving chord changes in a bebop style without necessarily relying on arpeggios or scales. In addition, there is a section at the end which shows how to vary and simplify the harmony by allowing the dominant chord to "dominate". All of these ideas are encompassed in the 16 bar etude and demonstrated in a clear and practical manner on the guitar in addition to being written out. Sub-topic 1: Voice Leading 3rds and 7ths (guide tones) and how to visualize them on the guitar Sub-topic 2 Approach and Enclosure techniques and how to visualize them on the guitar Sub-topic 3 WHEN to play the guide tones rhythmically to perfectly realize the chord changes Categories: Harmony Practicing Rhythm Soloing Theory Intermediate Running time: 36 minutes 1 Page PDF Included

By taking this course with Randy Johnston, you can expect both to improvise and comp more freely and interestingly…with more flow! Sounding much more Jazzy on progressions that are common to almost every Standard and Bebop tune. Randy teaches step-by-step many ways to solo and comp through the Back Cycle progression . Covered in the class are the theory of how the progression(s) were derived, why they are important, examples of tunes they can be applied to, and specific examples of both lines and chord changes to play over these progressions in two very often used keys. Sub-topic 1 Derivation of the Back Cycle and why it is important Sub-topic 2 Specific written lines to play over the numerous Back Cycle examples provided Sub-topic 3 Applications of the Back Cycle to several different standard tunes and to the Blues, in two very common keys Categories: Comping Harmony Soloing Standards Theory Intermediate Running time: 41 minutes 2 Pages PDF Included

By taking this class the student will be able to apply the tritone ii-v substitution in two different ways to many situations in both major and minor keys . The student will learn specific examples of lines to play and also learn how to create his own lines on these progressions. In this class Randy teaches two types of tritone substitutions using ii-v progressions and how to apply them as many jazz musicians of the classic period, notably for guitarists Wes Montgomery, have done. Specific lines are provided to learn and also a method for the student to create their own lines over these progressions is discussed. Sub-topic 1: Tritone substitutions using ii-V progressions in two different wayss Sub-topic 2: Specific written lines to play over the abovementioned changes Sub-topic 3: A method of creating one's own lines over these progressions Categories Chord Voicings Harmony Modern Jazz Guitar Soloing Theory Intermediate Running time: 33 minutes PDF Included

In this class, Randy dives deeper into the Coltrane Cycle. Randy demonstrates methods to become more fluent in applying the Coltrane Cycle to different applications within the Blues Progression. Randy walks step by step through specific lines and patterns, which will bring the student closer to spontaneous improvisation on both the Blues progression in general and the Coltrane Cycle in particular. This class is a further exploration of the concepts presented in Coltrane Changes Strategies part 1 and can be used either together or separately with the Volume 1 class. In just 33 minutes, Randy teaches how to apply the Coltrane ( Giant Steps ) chord progression both to the first 4 bars and to the last 4 bars of the 12 bar Jazz-Blues progression and discusses strategies for constructing jazz lines over this progression. Specific examples are provided and then the student is encouraged to use his own creativity to create his own solos using the strategies discussed. Categories: Blues Harmony Jazz Blues Modern Jazz Guitar Soloing Sub-topic 1: Superimposing the Coltrane (Giant Steps) changes over the first 4 measures and the last 4 measures of the Blues progression. Sub-topic 2: Specific lines and patterns to play over the Coltrane changes Sub-topic 3: Patterns and strategies for constructing original lines over these changes Running time: 33 minutes PDF Included

In this class Randy teaches how to apply the "Coltrane" (Giant Steps) cycle to traditional I-vi-ii-V and ii-V-I progressions and also the derivation of the Coltrane cycle. Specific lines and ideas for soloing on these changes are provided, and also specific ways to make both comping and soloing more easy and flowing on the guitar when dealing with this progression. Randy Johnston tackles specific lines and examples in Coltrane's iconic tune "Giant Steps". In part 1, you can expect an outcome of being much better able to navigate the "Coltrane" style harmonic cycle...both from a comping and soloing standpoint. You will also study various lines and examples with which to more easily navigate this difficult progression both conceptually and on the guitar. If you are looking for a fresh approach to the harmonic cycle in Coltrane's Giant Steps, look no further than Randy Johnston's Coltrane Changes Strategies Part 1! In this course, you will learn: Specific Licks and Substitutions for navigating the Coltrane cycle Ways to make the comping and soloing less awkward on the guitar for this progression Derivation of this progression and application to standard progressions This comprehensive course is designed to help you master the intricate chord progressions of John Coltrane's iconic compositions. With expert instruction from renowned guitarist Randy Johnston, you'll learn the essential techniques and strategies for navigating these challenging changes. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this course will take your playing to the next level. So why wait? Sign up today and start your journey to becoming a jazz master! Level: Intermediate Advanced Duration: 29 Minutes PDF Included

If you are looking for more variations and ideas for improvisation on the bridge to "Rhythm Changes" which will also apply to any cycle of dominant 7th and II-V progressions, then look no further than this class. Randy Johnston provides specific examples, both in terms of progressions and lines. Randy takes you through 8 different variations of how to play the bridge of "Rhythm Changes", both comping and soloing, with specific examples of each. **These progressions and lines can also be used in many other jazz tunes.** Sub-topic 1: 8 versions of the " Rhythm Changes " bridge Sub-topic 2: Specific lines to play over the abovementioned progressions Sub-topic 3: Ways to alternate and interchange II-V and Dominant 7th progressions Skill Level: Intermediate Categories: Comping Harmony Modern Jazz Guitar Rhythm Changes Soloing Theory Level: Intermediate Advanced Duration: 36 Minutes

If you are looking to have more material to use in becoming improvisationally more varied and freer on "I Got Rhythm" changes and all II-V-I and cycle based jazz progressions, look no further than this second session with Randy Johnston. This class teaches a multitude of variations of the I-VI-II-V progressions and back cycle variations using tritone substitutions and secondary dominants to create more harmonically colorful lines on "Rhythm Changes" which can also be applied to other II-V-I based jazz tunes. Specific examples are demonstrated visually and also notated in written form. Sub-topic 1: I-VI-II-V variations with specific examples Sub-topic 2: Tritone substitutions applied to these progressions in various ways with specific examples Sub-topic 3: Extended back cycle ideas for more harmonic variation Categories: Modern Jazz Guitar Practicing Rhythm Changes Soloing Theory Level: Intermediate Advanced Duration: 33 Minutes

If you are looking to improvise on “ Rhythm Changes ” much more easily and confidently, with greater harmonic and melodic freedom, this is the class for you! Randy teaches 2 basic versions of the Rhythm Changes A section, with explanations of the harmonies contained in them and then I give specific written examples of phrases to match those harmonies. He is able to simplify those harmonies to make it possible for the student to more easily construct his/her own more melodic solos for Rhythm Changes. Sub-topic 1: Rhythm Changes A section chord changes (2 Versions) Sub-topic 2: Specific written lines to play over the above-mentioned changes Sub-topic 3: Harmonic Reduction to simplify the changes, with examples Categories: Harmony Practicing Rhythm Changes Soloing Theory Level: Intermediate Advanced Duration: 40 Minutes

If you are looking for a class to help you increase speed, sound, and flow of arpeggios leading to new and better soloing ideas, this is the class for you! In this class, you will study with Randy Johnston methods and applications of playing simplified and streamlined fingerings for arpeggios from the 7th degree of the chord, including Major 7th, Minor 7th, Dominant 7th, Half- Diminished 7th, Minor-Major 7th, and fully Diminished 7th chords, and applications to 9th, augmented 11th chords and other chord substitutions. You will also learn methods of picking and hammering on and pulling off for these arpeggios. ** You will sweep and flow up and down the neck like you never thought possible. ** Sub-topic 1: A new way of playing 7th chord arpeggios up to three octaves Sub-topic 2: Applications of these fingerings to other chords including 9th, #11, and Blues chords Sub-topic 3: Techniques (both right and left hand) to play these lines with great flow and speed Skill Level: Intermediate Advanced Categories: Harmony Jazz Blues Modern Jazz Guitar Practicing Soloing Technique Theory Running time: 30 minutes

Don’t complicate your life in these weird times. Instead, express the blues with Randy Johnston’s Blues for the New Millennium ! In this masterclass, you’ll discover how to play Randy’s lyrical blues from his 1997 album, Somewhere in the Night . Written for the turn of the Y2K era, this tune sounds as fresh now as ever. Randy shows you the chords, how to play the melody of the song and his signature 6-step strategy to improvise confidently over this basic blues with a modern flavor. Randy makes it as simple as possible as he shares: The 3 scales he uses to navigate through the changes The one thing he adds for that Pat Martino sound in his lines (and where & when to do it) The Chuck Berry thing that adds that blues sound when you need it A ‘False Fingering’ approach that makes your lines sound even better How thinking from the minor chord make the dominant sounds work easier The twist in the harmony of the song that is both easy yet adds so much to his song Throughout this info-packed 31-minute masterclass, Randy doesn’t waste your time but tells you exactly what he does so you can spend more time playing rather than trying to find time to watch a long video. No filler, all golden nuggets from Randy in his bunker in Central Virginia straight to your home. This is Blues for the New Millenium. Full video is 31 minutes. 3 Pages PDF Included See Randy's Full Recorded Performance Free on MMC's All Access TrueFire Channel Channel Members: See Pt. 2 - Form (What's this?)

内容紹介： ライオネル・ハンプトン、ヒューストン・パーソン、エタ・ジェームス、ロニー・スミスと共演、そして17年もの間、ルー・ドナルドソンのレギュラーメンバーとして活躍してきたランディー・ジョンストンによる、コード進行に基づいたソロがテーマの約30分間のマスタークラス。コード感のあるフレーズの習得の鍵となるガイドトーンの解説と実際の応用例を紹介。そしてギタリストにありがちなアルペジオに頼った繋がりの悪いフレーズに陥ってしまわないための1オクターブ限定の練習方法を、ジャズスタンダードの定番曲、Stella by Starlightのデモ演奏を交えて詳しく解説する。ジャズレジェンドと共演してきた彼ならではの貴重なアドバイスも必聴。 2 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation. Full video is 27 minutes

Pat Martino. Mike Stern. Pat Metheny. Joe Pass. George Benson. Some of the best jazz guitarists that leave an impression not only can play slow artistic melodies but also intense double time lines. Playing blistering fast & powerful double time lines has always been a rite of passage for jazz guitarists. You might be able to play beautiful motivic melodies, but can you hang you have to create intensity via your double time melodies? Some people rely on a few pet licks. Others play lines that do not clearly outline the changes. The best players though - are able to play melodies that not only make your jaw drop but also weave through the harmony, balancing dissonant edge & consonant peacefulness. In this latest masterclass by Randy Johnston, you'll discover Randy's unique approach to developing strong double timing skills. Randy show you his approach of ‘Skating’, Swing, straightening double time, switching back and forth between regular & double time feel and more concepts that increases your command of this essential jazz guitar skill. Don't be left behind. Instead double time today with Randy Johnston! Full video is 29 minutes.

A follow-up to his popular “Tetrachord Scales - Part 1” masterclass, Randy Johnston is back with more insights for you to use in your jazz soloing. In the first masterclass, you discovered how to use specific 4 note patterns to play all the modes of the major scale. Now, in this new Melodic Minor Tetrachord Method masterclass, you’ll find out how Randy simplifies your entire melodic minor soloing concept using tetrachords . In addition to the easy to understand take on melodic minor, you’ll also be able to use this concept to play the diminished scale using two logical fingerings & even the whole tone scale using this tetrachord strategy. Your fingerings will become even more logical and easier once you’ve discovered Randy’s take on this concept. For fans of the first masterclass, you simply must get this insight-filled masterclass. For newcomers to this topic, getting both the masterclasses gives you essential tools that levels up your melodic improvisation skills. Randy will also show you what tetrachords and Melodic Minor scales to use over a minor blues so you can apply what you find out in the masterclass. As with all of Randy’s classes, there is no filler material here , just all pure instruction straight from Randy to you. 6 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation (Chord block diagrams, melodic minor scale fingerings, tetrachords in standard notation and essential chord voicings) Full video is 33 minutes

Solo guitar gigs can overwhelming and scary. There’s no one there except you and your guitar, on stage or in a corner of a restaurant. You’ve called upon your inner Joe Pass and Tuck Andress but it’s still not enough... Enter the world of guitar looping! By playing a tasteful comp, recorded live (none of that pre-recorded backing track stuff), you can add an edge of energy to your solo sets. Randy Johnston is here to help you. In this latest masterclass, you’ll discover how to get a solid time feel so that your comping is swinging and solid. Swing and groove is everything so if you want to lock into the pocket, this class is for you. Randy will share some very practical real world tips on using a looper for your solo sets (and show you the exact guitar looper of his choice and why he uses that model.) In addition to the practical looper tips, Randy shows you exactly how to practice and develop musical comping chops. People talk about using the metronome but not many will show you how to really practice with it. We all have heard about practicing with the metronome on 2 & 4 but why does Randy also practice with the metronome on all 4 beats? Find out in the class. This is an info-packed, actionable and usable class (just like any of Randy’s videos). No filler material, just a solid 33 minutes of info that you can use immediately in your next practice session. Even if you’re not going to use a looper, this class will help you tune up your rhythmic comping chops. 2 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation (Rhythmic Notation, Chord Chart and Chord Block Diagrams). Full video is 33 minutes

What if you could master all the modes of the major scale with just a few fingerings? Imagine being able to confidently improvise & play jazz melodies ALL OVER the fingerboard! Move over CAGED fingerings, 3 note per string & other scale fingering methods, here comes Randy Johnston’s new Tetrachord Scales masterclass! In this 27-minute masterclass, discover how you can use specific 4 note patterns to create all the modes of the major scale. You will pay close attention as Randy explains step by step how to approach this concept. As with all of Randy’s classes, there is no filler material here, just all pure instruction straight from Randy to you. In fact, this is one of Randy’s SECRET weapons to learn jazz melodies all across the fingerboard. Watch as Randy demonstrates how to play the melody of Solar all across the fingerboard using one fingering concept. If you’ve ever struggled learning melodies, this course will be one to help you get your fretboard knowledge together. 3 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation (Chord Block Diagrams). Full video is 27 minutes Video of Randy Johnston Trio Live at Smalls

"Changes are destination oriented.” - Randy Johnston Where are you going in your solo? What is YOUR destination? As guitarists, it can get overwhelming sometimes with the long list of things we need to practice. Repertoire, arpeggios, scales, modes, tetrachords, guide tones, licks, etudes, technique - there are so many things to work on. Where do we even start? Sometimes it can feel like everything is disconnected and we can feel lost when we try to put things together. In this unique 27-minute masterclass from Randy Johnston, he reveals a practice technique that he learned from one of his teachers years ago. Playing changes in one octave seems like a simple concept but wait till you see how Randy approaches it. You’ll discover how this helped him develop his amazing soloing chops. This concept can help get us out from playing up and down arpeggios over songs. Find out how you can sound more like saxophonists and pianists who navigate over changes smoothly. Randy begins by demonstrating the most important notes needed to create flowing lines. Then, he takes the concept through a II-V-I in C major and through 4 choruses of Stella By Starlight. As a bonus, you can also learn a practical chord melody version of Stella By Starlight that Randy plays before he goes into the soloing examples. So, if you’re looking for a practical way to develop your single note improvisational skills, get this master class now. You’ll get the basics in just 30 minutes and then be able to immediately apply this to your future practice sessions. 2 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation. Full video is 27 minutes

In this master class, discover how Randy Johnston takes this Wes Montgomery classic and puts his own twist on it. You will learn not only learn the chord changes but also Randy's own personal strategies for soloing on it. Navigate through this tune with more confidence at your next gig or jam session. Randy will show you: • Ideas for simplifying II-V single note lines • Minor Vs. Dominant Vs. Blues Ideas • Visualisation techniques for playing Wes style octave solos • Wes Block Chord Style Soloing Basics • Which Chord Fingerings Work Better (and Why) • Two Arrangers' Techniques to Imitate The Big Band Sound If you finally want to master this tune, this masterclass will give you actionable ideas you can use immediately. As with all of Randy's classes, there is no filler material! This is the stuff he uses when he plays and these ideas sound good! 3 Pages of PDF materials in standard notation. Full video is 1 hour.

Enjoy an improvised performance of Randy Johnston playing "Santa Claus is Coming to Town".

Discover Randy Johnston’s signature approach to performing "It Could Happen To You", the beautiful composition by Jimmy Van Heusen and Johnny Burke. An insightful masterclass, Randy gives you the tools and tricks to navigate confidently through the song . In addition to learning the standard chord changes, you will also see how Randy reharmonizes the piece to create more movement and color. Randy will teach you how to play a tastefully reharmonized chord melody version of the song. Then, you’ll learn how to combine harmonic minor, diminished, blues via voice-led lines and sequences through the changes of this song. With multiple demos, tons of examples of Randy’s lyrical flowing lines - you’ll be able to learn this song inside out. Equip yourself with these ideas so that you can play this song at your next gig, jam session or recording ! 4 pages of PDF including: reharmonized changes chord diagrams for the chord melody version 2 notated single note lines

Upon completing this class, a student will be able to play "Have You Met Miss Jones" both as a solo guitar piece and with a group . Students will be able to improvise on it at a professional level and also will learn harmonic and melodic concepts that they can apply to many other similar songs . Sub Topics Included in this Class: Use of harmonic progressions such as back cycles and contrary motion Development of solo lines using sequence and motive Simplifying the guitar fingerboard using tetrachord shapes Randy takes you step by step how to play the song "Have You Met Miss Jones", the single note melody, chord melody, chord progressions, and he gives students ideas and licks to use in improvisation as well as alternate harmonic progressions which can be applied to many standard songs. Chord diagrams are included. Running time: 2 parts totaling 1 hour 10 minutes.

Randy Johnston is one of the most widely recorded and prolific guitarists of his generation. He has released 12 albums as a leader for the Muse, Highnote, J Curve, Mel Bay, and Random Act labels and has appeared on dozens of recordings with other top recording artists. FREE FOR MEMBERS In addition to his recording career, Randy has toured and played with some of the most acclaimed names in jazz, including Lionel Hampton, Houston Person and Etta Jones, Lonnie Smith, and has played for 17 years as a regular member of the Lou Donaldson Quartet. He has traveled the world concertizing, both as a bandleader and side musician, performing at the top clubs and festivals all over the United States, Europe, Japan, Thailand, and South America. Already recognized the world over for his guitaristic prowess, Randy's live performances and last two recordings feature him as a vocalist as well, singing his original songs as well as standards and blues standards. His vocals have been favorably compared to those of Ray Charles, and the combination of instrumental and vocal performances make for an extremely varied and entertaining live set. Both his vocal and substantial catalogue of instrumental compositions enjoy frequent airplay, both in the traditional and internet radio formats. Randy has also taught music at New York University, the Hartt School of Music in Hartford Connecticut, the University of Miami in Coral Gables Florida, and several other major American universities of note, in addition to conducting master classes in such diverse locations as Wales UK and Helsinki Finland.

Randy uses “Triste” as the basis for another practical, hands-on class on a standard, with a wealth of information. He starts off with a solo rendition of the song, followed by playing the melody and then improvising over a guitar chord track. Randy then takes you step by step through a chord solo, discussing and showing alternate chord choices and explains the theory behind them. He then moves onto improvisation ideas, including using simple motifs. Chord diagrams are included. Running time: 1 hour

Join Randy for his first Mike's Master Class! In this class Randy will cover various aspects of technique, fingering, scales and tetrachords, chord voicings and improvisation. He shares many useful tools for simplification, including learning scales and fingerings, playing over ii min7b5 - V7 - i and more! Randy also starts off with some incredible solo guitar. Note: There are no written materials for this class. View clips from this class

Randy Johnston takes you through 8 sets of Jazz Blues Changes and more in this class. One set at a time, he clearly demonstrates the changes and voicings, then plays a chorus with the chords at a medium tempo. Then Randy plays a solo adhering to these changes, while you can comp if you like, and then he comps for a chorus so you can solo to these changes. The changes and voicings for each set are written out including block diagrams. In addition, he explains other variations and substitutions, as well as some example lines he is playing over the changes. While this class is mostly on the changes, the topics related to soloing that Randy touches on include voice leading and tetrachords. Most of Randy’s solos are in eighth-notes at a medium tempo with a very good view of the fingerboard and his finger placement. While they are not transcribed, they are easy to see and transcribe if you like, or just to hear examples and/or get ideas when it comes your turn to solo. Running time: 1 hour 6 Pages of PDF material included.

Randy uses “Beautiful Love” as the basis for another practical, hands-on class on a standard, with a wealth of information. He starts off with a solo rendition of the song. Then, he focuses on the melody, including demonstrating techniques for changing positions. That is followed by a chord solo. Randy takes you step by step, discussing and showing alternate chord choices and explains the theory behind them. He helps simplify the half-diminished chord and shows choices for the i chord in a minor key. Randy shows ideas for constructing solo lines. Chords and solos are covered in 3 positions. Chord diagrams are included. Running time: 1 hour

Randy takes you step by step through his thought process to select chord changes and voicings and construct solo lines on Green Dolphin Street. Concepts include tetrachords, triton substitutions and back-cycling. In addition to demonstrating various chord options for comping, Randy also presents the melody with chords. Then he takes a measure or two at a time and shows different approaches to soloing. This is a very hands-on, practical class that you can apply the concepts of right away. Chord Block Diagrams included. Running time 1 hour.