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Jazz Scales: The Chromatic Scale

I remember back in middle school and high school preparing for regional band auditions. Placement was based on a scoring […]

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How to Improvise on Guitar

A staggering amount of amazing music has been created by talented guitarists with the ability to pull riffs, rhythms and […]

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Beginner Guitar Solos: Getting Started with Improvisation

There’s no greater feeling than going to a music store to pick out your first guitar, going home, and holding […]

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Soloing Over Rhythm Changes

Though his career was relatively short, George Gershwin is remembered as one of the most prolific composers of the 20th […]

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The Importance of Creativity in Piano Lessons

Creativity in piano lessons allows teaching to be flexible. I dedicate about half of the lesson to the individual needs […]

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