Creating Linear Connections Using Guide Tones in Jazz Improvisation

This is the first of a two-part series on linear improvisation using guide tones. The ear naturally gravitates towards strong chord tones, and building around them will give your lines a stronger structure and shape. I'm using a common progression (Autumn Leaves, Theme from M*A*S*H) to demonstrate how guide tones (derived from harmony) can help you create beautiful, flowing lines. At 8:14 I demo and improvise over the four formulas that are discussed in this video. Subscribe to my channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/LeitmotifMusic Lessons in Jazz Improvisation and Classical Music ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Online: http://www.ramonaborthwick.com/online-piano-lessons In-Studio: http://ramonaborthwick.com/piano-lessons ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- W E B S I T E: http://www.ramonaborthwick.com Y O U T U B E: https://www.youtube.com/leitmotifmusic I N S T A G R A M: https://www.instagram.com/LeitmotifMusic F A C E B O O K: https://www.facebook.com/Ramona-Borthwick-55238610114 Recorded and mixed at the Leitmotif Piano Studio.