Practicing the Life-Vest Arpeggio (Days of Wine and Roses)

How to practice the solo strategies described in the two previous lessons through harmonic and melodic mapping of the tune Days of Wine and Roses ( Mancini) Complete harmonic and melodic mapping of the tune in five positions

(PDF and audio materials included)

Tips on practicing, melodic playing, harmonic awareness.

Expected Outcome:
Ability to play melodically over chord changes utilizing the “life-vest” arpeggio and its variations

Sub-topics Include:

• Single note soloing utilizing arpeggios
• Harmonic visualization around melodic sources
• Tips on practicing

Categories:
Harmony
Practicing
Soloing
Standards

Skill Level:
Intermediate
Advanced