Modern Jazz Vocabulary Vol.1 Harmonic Major
This is a book of melodic phrases derived from the harmonic major scale. Harmonic major is comprised of a major scale (Ionian) with a b13 (or a b6 degree). In C major this is spelled as follows: C, D, E, F, G, Ab, B, C Each melody is displayed beneath a chord symbol which represents one suitable harmonic context for the example. Each chapter covers a different use of harmonic major. Throughout the book there are many suggestions for both variations an practice approaches. Chapters line up back to back to save space and paper. I encourage you to use this as a workbook. Most pages have some blank staff paper where you can add melodic material, voicings or any ideas that come to mind during practice. By writing down these ideas and working on them, you can begin to develop your own melodic vocabulary which can help you find a unique musical voice.
This is a book of melodic phrases derived from the harmonic major scale. Harmonic major is comprised of a major scale (Ionian) with a b13 (or a b6 degree). In C major this is spelled as follows:C, D, E, F, G, Ab, B, CEach melody is displayed beneath a chord symbol which represents one suitable harmonic context for the example.Each chapter covers a different use of harmonic major. Throughout the book there are many suggestions for both variations an practice approaches. Chapters line up back to back to save space and paper.I encourage you to use this as a workbook. Most pages have some blank staff paper where you can add melodic material, voicings or any ideas that come to mind during practice. By writing down these ideas and working on them, you can begin to develop your own melodic vocabulary which can help you find a unique musical voice.