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Foundational Soul Scale Jazz Improvisational Video Course

FOUNDATIONAL SOUL SCALE JAZZ IMPROVISATIONAL COURSE 

Start now to be a better Jazz player!

There are 2 big problems musicians face that are eager to learn to improvise, which are:

1)What notes do I play  when I improvise?
2) How do I practice and incorporate these ´secret` jazzy notes?

 The Soul Scale course is the roadmap that will provide you with the absolute  foundation you need to learn improvisation.

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Technical:

  • 8 Online modules, building upon each other
  •  176 Course Videos  = 1$ Per Class Pricing
  • Each lesson comes with its own PDF exercises (Bb, C , Eb parts included)
  • Abundance of specially recorded Mp3 tracks inmultiple keys and styles
  • Downloadable (but not necessary)
  • Lifetime access to the course material
  • Works on all devices : phones, tablets and computers etc
  • Includes pre-course study module (10 video tutorials)

Table of Contents here

 

Course Features:

  • Beautifully designed and organised for optimal learning.
  • For All Instruments: Whether you play saxophone, trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Clarinet, piano, this course is designed to suit your instrument.
  • For Beginners: Ideal for newcomers to jazz but who already have playing and music-reading skills.
  • Flexible schedule - learn at your own pace
  • A solid, broad theory foundation on top of which you can successfully build

 

MODULE 1 - THE BLUES ARPEGGIO 

🎥 Watch Module 1 preview here

There is no arpeggio that is taught academically that contains both the Major + Minor 3rd. That is until now!

The BLUES ARPEGGIO offers a solution to this massive hole in music education.You will learn arguably the most fundamental, essential to know sound of Jazz and Blues - the Major/Minor 3rd in a unique usable way.

  • 26 video classes featuring The Blues Arpeggio
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • Multiple MP3 drone practice downloads
  • Question and Answer musical repetition class
  • Includes course introduction module

MODULE 2 - THE SOUL PENTATONIC

🎥 Watch Module 2 preview here

In this module we add in the Soulful 6th. Why these notes are not taught in the traditional academy beggars belief! There are cycle of 5ths workouts, rhythmic exercises, drone practice and flexibility drills as well as tutorials on how to apply this amazing sound on to a Blues.As well as in every module there are multiple specially written demonstration solos to study and aid deep, lasting musical assimilation.

  • 25  video classes featuring the Soul Pentatonic
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • Multiple MP3 practice downloads  


MODULE 3 - THE MAJOR BLUES SCALE

🎥 Watch Module 3 preview here

The 6 Note Soul Scale is also known as the Major Blues scale. In this module we take a deep dive in to the importance of the 2nd or the 9th a so overlooked soulful note, as well we will see how we can add more colour and mood by adding in the 4th and the b6/#5 as a passing tone

  • 22 video classes featuring the Major Blues scale
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • MP3 drone practice downloads
  • Importance of the Inner ear class


MODULE 4 - THE SEVEN NOTE SOUL SCALE

🎥 Watch Module 4 preview here

You will learn how to inject more Soul and Blues and feeling by adding in the flat 7th to theproceedings.Learning how to use this muscular note is of paramount importance to the improvisor.There are cycle of 5ths workouts, rhythmic exercises, drone practice, flexibility drills and multiple specially written solos that demonstrate the sound as well as tutorials on how to apply this amazing sound on to a Blues and grooves

  • 27 Individual video classes featuring the 7 note Soul Scale
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • MP3 drone practice downloads in major & minor
  • Rhythmical and Repetition classes


MODULE 5 - EIGHT NOTE SOUL SCALE
- Adding the #4/b5 as a passing tone


We are going to look at the striking essential to know flavour that is known as the sharp #4 or the flattened b5.Perhaps the most digestable way to understand it, is as a passing tone from the 3rd to the 5th. Many famous tunes are using this technique, and I will present you with a few of them, and show you how to naturally insert it in your own Jazz vocabulary

  • 15  video classes featuring the Eight note Soul Scale
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • MP3 drone practice downloads in major & minor
  • Rhythmical and Repetition classes


MODULE 6 - THE NINE SOUL SCALE
Workout Module


Module 6 is a little different from the others. It is more practical - less theoretical!  We take the nine note soul scale And put it through it paces!

There are blues workouts in 12 keys , I7 to IV 7 , in 12 keys, Cycle 4th/5th workouts galore!

And a huge improvisational concept isIntroduced..

This module will challenge the intermediate student of improvisation

Preparing the way for more advanced concepts In modules 7 and 8.

  • 13 extensive video classes featuring the 9 note Soul Scale
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • MP3 practice downloads for all classes
  • Focus on applying the Scale on to chord changes
  • Blues workouts in 12 keys , I7 to IV 7 in 12 keys, Cycle 4th/5th workouts galore!




MODULE 7 - Two BIG IDEAS added in to The Mix

🎥 Watch Module 7 preview here

 

  • 16 meticulously prepared deep dive video classes
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys
  • MP3 practice downloads for all classes
  • Focus on how to incorporate the b6/#5 and Major 7th colour in to our improvisations
  • Essential Blues Cliche endings Harmonic tutorial
  • Question and Answer Ear training workout

 

MODULE 8 - Combining the Major and Minor Pentatonics

🎥 Watch Module 8 preview here

There is something that pleases the human Ear by ascending using the major pentatonic - and descending using the minor pentatonic. Would you agree?

So combing the Major and Minor pentatonic like this in a Non Symmetrical way is a great, tremendously useful concept to practice and incorporate.

  • 21 meticulously prepared deep dive video classes 
  • PDFs accompanying the video classes in various keys 
  • MP3 practice downloads for all classes
  • Focus on how to incorporate the major and minor pentatonics
  • Essential Blues Cliche endings Harmonic tutorial
  • Question and Answer Ear training workout

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Learn how to incorporate and practice the ´secret ´jazzy notes that the greats use to imbue their solos with so much Soul, Colour and Emotion.

At a Glance:

  •  🎥   State of the Art  Multimedia Musical Scores
  •  📚   Step by Step crystal clear Curriculum 
  •  🙂   Online at your own pace -  study at a Rhythm that is comfortable
  •  🖥  Watch on all devices - works on Tablet, phone +any computer
  •     Lifetime access -  Pay once and reference forever.
  •  ⬇️   Downloadable files - Download the files you want on your own device

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You should take this course if :

  •  You already play an instrument and want the solid and broad musical foundation needed to improvise Jazz and Blues
  •  You are hungry to know and practice the secret exotic jazz notes the greats use
  •  You are looking for a tried and tested study method that will take you closer to your goals
  •  You are looking for an abundance of material to keep you busy for literally years
  •  You are looking for a deep dive in to the secrets of learning improvisation

 


Don't take this course if:

  • 🚫 You are looking for  quick fix superficial hacks
  • 🚫 You are going to give up as soon as you find the material challenging
  • 🚫You are solely interested in learning to play complex chord progressions, as that is not the focus of the Soul Scale course
  • 🚫Not willing or able to put in sustained practise 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 Q. How does the course work?

A. Once you purchase the 10 Best Jazz solos to learn course you will be given lifetime access to the exclusive video lessons, Pdfs, play alongs and downloads that have been meticulously prepared. You will be guided through the crystal clear step by step curriculum.

Q. How do I know the course is really good and trustworthy?

Nick Homes is 100% dedicated to making Vanguard, Innovative learning resources that stand the test of time.  Read his mission statement here and check Jazzduets ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review page here.

Q. How long is the course?

The course never ends! It is self-paced so you decide when you start and when you finish. Some of the musical concepts will be instantly digestible and applicable and others will take weeks, months and even years to incorporate fully. This is a journey! You have lifetime access to the material so you can go at a pace that feels comfortable and works with your schedule.

 Q. There is so much information, how will I keep organised and avoid feeling over whelmed?

A. Nick has distilled a huge amount of information down in to 8 beautifully  organised Modules with a coherent and clear learning path. Each module contains a list of classes to complete with a specific order that aids comprehension. 

 Q. Who is the course for?

A. The course is aimed at musicians who already play to an intermediate level and read but do not have much experience with Jazz improvisation.

 Q. What level do I need to be able to use the course?

To be able to handle the technical side of the course you need to be able to play major and minor scales up to 3 sharpsand flats, read basic rhythms and be able to read sheet music that is of moderate level.

 Q. What device do I need to use the course?

A.The videos can be viewed on any device as long as you are connected to the internet. They are streamed from a private server in High Definition and can be watched an unlimited number of times. The PDF´s and MP3 tracks can be downloaded and stored on your own devices.

Q. Does my access ever expire?

You will have life time access to the course material, through Thinkific (Course Platform)

 Q. How is the course delivered?

A. Once purchased, an email will be sent to you to set your account password with Thinkific, our course learning platform.

You will have direct access to the modules you purchased and to the community discussions!

 Q. Is the course instrument specific?

A. No, the course is suitable for most instruments. Concert, Bb, , Eb, Bass clef

Q. Can I join the course at any time?

A. Yes, absolutely! 

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