E-Jazz : Chords for Jazz Guitar 5.1

The Mini-Method for Jazz Guitar offers a structured approach to understanding fundamental jazz harmony, from basic chords to more advanced concepts like substitutions and progressions. Designed to gradually build proficiency, it encompasses eight progressive sequences that cater to learners at various levels.

• Comprehensive coverage of jazz chords ranging from classic to Brazilian and Gypsy Jazz styles
• Each lesson provides detailed theory, practical information, tablatures, and video demonstrations
• In-depth exploration of chord embellishment techniques, diatonic systems, and tritone substitutions
• Guidance on developing personalized jazz progressions tailored to individual musical expression

1. Lesson 1: Jazz Chords
   • Application of jazz chords within the major scale context
   • Fingering techniques and chord changes for II-V-I progressions in G and C
   • Introduction to walking bass lines
2. Lesson 2: II-V-I Progression
   • Utilization of the major scale over ii-V-I progressions
   • Chord embellishments to enhance harmonic interest
   • Integration of diminished chords within progressions
3. Lesson 3: Tonality Changes
   • Strategies for identifying II-V-I progressions across different keys
   • Root positioning on the E and A strings for clarity and ease of play
4. Lesson 4: Expanded Chord Changes
   • Diatonic substitution techniques to add harmonic variety
   • Secondary dominants and their application within progressions
   • Cycle of fifths as a movement framework
   • Differences between tetrads and triads in jazz harmony
5. Lesson 5: Tritone Substitution and Extensions
   • Implementation of tritone substitutions to enrich harmonic colors
   • Use of 11th and 13th chords with practical fingering tips
6. Lesson 6: Blues for Clara
   • An analysis of traditional 12-bar blues structure with increased complexity challenges
   • Incorporation of 9th and 13th chords to deepen the blues expression
7. Lesson 7: Gypsy Swing
   • The distinctive rhythm patterns characteristic of Gypsy Jazz
   • Chords featuring major and minor sixths for authentic sound modeling
8. Lesson 8: Sunny Bossa
   • Bossa Nova rhythmic patterns for authentic groove creation
   • The use of substitutions to add harmonic richness in Bossa style playing

The chord sequences are derived from notable jazz standards; however, melody is not included to respect copyright laws.

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