Learn Jazz Standards Podcast

So what are some great jazz standards to learn for playing jazz gigs? Well, today I'm gonna go over 8 jazz standards you need to know. In this episode: 1. A tune with a little bit more energy, swingi...

4 Feb 202211min

Welcome to episode 321 where I compose a jazz tune on the podcast. I put myself on the spot and rely on those creative juices to flow. You'll get a real-time look at how I compose, think about chord ...

31 Jan 202226min

So what are some practice hacks that can help you improve exponentially faster and not waste your precious practice time? Well, today I'm gonna share with you 5 you've probably never heard of before. ...

28 Jan 202211min

Show DescriptionWelcome to episode 319 where today I go over a common frustration many have which is feeling like their jazz improvisation is not improving, even if they are doing all of the right thi...

24 Jan 202227min

So how can you start playing amazing jazz solos using jazz chords to your full advantage? Well, today I'm gonna show you 3 levels to do exactly that. In this episode: 1. Level 1 - Start playing this ...

21 Jan 202212min

So what jazz standards can you get super bluesy in your jazz solos? Well, today I'm gonna teach you 4 of those tunes that you need to know. In this episode: 1. Intro 2. Jazz Standard #1 3. Jazz St...

14 Jan 20227min

Welcome to episode 315 where today I walk us through a harmonic analysis of a bebop jazz standard. Analyzing the function of harmony within jazz standards is a great practice that can help you under...

11 Jan 202232min

So how do you learn jazz solos by ear without sheet music so you can start improving your jazz improv exponentially? Well, today I'm sharing with you my full-step process for doing exactly that. In t...

10 Jan 202213min