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Welcome to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast! Our goal on the show is to give you a quality, concise jazz improvisation lesson each and every week. These podcasts will come complete with audio examples and downloadable PDF files to make sure you get the most out of every lesson. We want all of our listeners to become better improvisers and musicians and we can promise you by listening to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast you will do just that. Make sure you find our Facebook page as well by searching for '10 Minute Jazz Lesson.' We hope you will find our supportive community of like minded students helpful and inspiring! Need help on a concept? Post a video and ask for feedback! Want to ask a general question on a concept you're having trouble with? Post it on our wall and start a discussion with other students that might be having the same problems as you! We want to be your one stop jazz education destination. Are you ready to improve one concept per week? Then join 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Nation and start improving your playing today!

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    The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast is an exceptional resource for musicians looking to improve their jazz improvisation skills. Nick Mainella, the host, delivers insightful and educational content that has truly helped me refine my playing. Even if I don't have time to play along with an episode, just listening to Nick's explanations and techniques has expanded my understanding of jazz theory. One particularly helpful episode was about his technique for practicing starting at MM50, which I am excited to implement into my own practice routine. Nick's delivery style is captivating and keeps me engaged throughout each lesson.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its well-crafted and useful lessons. Each episode is packed with valuable information that can immediately be applied to playing jazz. The PDF files available on the Patrician platform are also a steal at $3 a month, providing even more ideas for what to practice. Nick's content is specifically tailored towards those learning to improvise, and his genuine desire to help musicians succeed in reaching their musical goals shines through in every episode.

    While there are many great aspects of The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast, one drawback is that only the most recent 10 episodes are available on iTunes. It would be beneficial if all episodes were accessible for newcomers who want to explore earlier topics discussed in previous episodes. Nonetheless, this minor inconvenience does not diminish the overall quality and usefulness of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast is an impressive resource for musicians at any level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player transitioning from classical music to jazz, Nick Mainella's informative and sales-hype-free approach provides valuable insights that fill in gaps in music theory knowledge and offer new ways to teach improvisation. This podcast has greatly enhanced my understanding of jazz theory and given me practical exercises to work on that have improved my playing abilities. I highly recommend it to any musician looking to elevate their jazz improvisation skills.



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    Episode 457 – Ornamentation Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 11:14


    The fourth and final installment of our series on incorporating jazz ornamentation into you language. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 456 – Ornamentation Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 10:50


    This week is a fun one with a contrasting blues etude to demonstrate these devices. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 455 – Ornamentation Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 11:52


    This week we talk more about ornamentation and add some really fun stuff to a plain ol' ii V I line. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 454 – Ornamentation Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 14:06


    This month we start an exciting new series on how to make your solos more interesting with ornamentation. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 453 – Tune of the Month Triste

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 9:47


    We are back with a second episode on Triste. This time featuring an etude! Enjoy :) WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 452 – Triste

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 10:38


    This week we take a look at a tune by the master composer and musician, Antonio Carlos Jobim. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 451 – Tangerine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 11:08


    This week we continue looking at our interesting modulation through the lens of another jazz standard, Tangerine! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 450 – I Love You

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 11:24


    This month we will look at three different jazz standards that all have a through line: a very interesting and sometimes challenging modulation! We begin with the standard, I Love You by the legendary Cole Porter. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 449 – On Density Part 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 11:03


    This week we finish up our series on density by thinking bigger picture and experimenting. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 448 – On Density Part 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 11:38


    Welcome back! This week we talk about a really flexible and cool subdivision, 8th note triplets, and their effect on density. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 447 – On Density Part 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 13:11


    This week we jump into another subdivision and experiment with how it affects density. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 446 – On Density Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 16:01


    New month, more work on density! This month, instead of concerning ourselves with notes per bar, we are going to concern ourselves with particular subdivisions. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 445 – On Density Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 12:00


    This week, we are combining everything we've worked on this month so far into some pretty interesting ways of practicing. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 444 – On Density Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 10:18


    This week we explore playing with even more density and then combine the different methods. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 443 – On Density Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 14:09


    More work on density and it's effect on the sound of your solos this week. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 442 – On Density Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 16:36


    New month, new series! The concept of varying levels of density in our solos has so many implications. This month we explore them together with some awesome (and deceivingly hard) exercises. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 441 – Learning Jazz Vocabulary The SMART Way Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 11:10


    This week we finish up our series on learning vocabulary from some fantastic bebop tunes. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 440 – Learning Jazz Vocabulary The SMART Way Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 10:00


    This week we learn another amazing melody and poach some vocab from it. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 439 – Learning Jazz Vocabulary The SMART Way Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 10:28


    Another week, a different melody and piece of vocab. If you really keep up with the series this month, you should know and be able to play 4 fantastic bebop classics! Enjoy :) WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 438 – Learning Jazz Vocabulary The SMART Way Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 13:51


    Happy New Year to all of you! In 2025, my goal is to get you to TAKE ACTION every week. Here is where we start.....Enjoy! Along with the Patreon ⬇️, I want to invite you to work with me this year. Simply send me an email or a DM at www.nickmainellamusic.com and let's chat about the possibilities of working together! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 437 – Hear. Sing. Play. Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 8:52


    The conclusion to our 32 bar etude. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to everyone out there! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 436 – Hear. Sing. Play. Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 9:49


    Let's continue learning our etude together. Don't forget to hear first, then sing, then and only then play! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 435 – Hear. Sing. Play. Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 9:41


    This week we carry on and learn the next 8 bars of what will eventually be 32 bars of melodic goodness. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 434 – Hear. Sing. Play. Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 13:37


    This month we are going to do something very beneficial. Listen in and find out. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 433 – Prompting Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 11:32


    This week we finish up our prompting work on the blues by adding the maximum amount of harmonic motion possible. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 432 – Prompting Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 10:24


    We are back with more prompting over the blues, this time in a VERY important part of the progression. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 431 – Prompting Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 10:24


    Back to the blues this week but we move our prompt to a different part of the form. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 430 – Prompting Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 13:31


    This week we start a series on a cool way to use short pieces of vocabulary to inspire some new directions in your playing. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 429 – Tune of the Month – Are You Lonesome Tonight

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 10:49


    This week we wrap up our series on this fantastic tune with an etude for all of you. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 428 – Learning Are You Lonesome Tonight Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 9:46


    The blues and jazz, a match made in heaven. Today we talk about going heavy on the blues stuff in an effort to give our playing a little something extra. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 427 – Learning Are You Lonesome Tonight Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 13:41


    This week we go over the chords and I give you two tasks to work on this week. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 426 – Learning Are You Lonesome Tonight Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 10:53


    New month, new tune! This is a KILLER song with lots to learn made famous by....Elvis Presley?? Listen in to find out more. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 425 – Tune of the Month Rhythm Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 10:29


    Let's finish up our series on the RC bridge in style by implementing a bunch of these ideas in an etude. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

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    Episode 424 – Rhythm Changes Bridge Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 16:05


    This week we have some fun with it and explore some really interesting and more complicated sounds. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 423 – Rhythm Changes Bridge Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 14:13


    Another couple of ways to handle the RC bridge for you this week. Have fun! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 422 – Rhythm Changes Bridge Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 15:02


    This month we are doing a series on creating options for yourself over the bridge of rhythm changes. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 421 – The V to I Progression Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 11:47


    This week we wrap up the series with one of my favorite exercises! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 419 – The V to I Progression Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 11:22


    This week I want to introduce you to one of my favorite exercises when it comes to practicing my V ---> I cadences! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 419 – The V to I Progression Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 15:03


    Let's keep looking at the authentic cadence but add another wrinkle... WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 418 – The V to I Progression Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 15:53


    It's time we really take a look at the most important progression in Western Music! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support!

    Episode 417 – Learning Just Squeeze Me Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 13:28


    This week we wrap up our series on this fantastic tune with an extremely important idea of how to be flexible as an improviser. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 416 – Learning Just Squeeze Me Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 11:36


    This week we take a look at an important part of the A sections and I give a nice diminished device to use over it. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 415 – Learning Just Squeeze Me Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 14:06


    This week we add some chords to the bridge and talk about some important harmonic motion that will carry over to many other tunes! Enjoy :) WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 414 – Learning Just Squeeze Me Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 11:14


    New month, new tune to study! This month it's Duke Ellington's Just Squeeze Me. Enjoy! Here are some of my favorite recordings: Clark Terry Duke Ellington Ella Fitzgerald WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 413 – Tune of the Month – Giant Steps

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 12:48


    This week we finish up our series on Giant Steps with an etude. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

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    Episode 412 – Learning Giant Steps Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 12:17


    This week we deal with ALL the chords but with an important caveat... WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 411 – Learning Giant Steps Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 13:30


    This week we add a couple of chords to consider but, largely, keep it simple!

    Episode 410 – Learning Giant Steps Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 17:04


    This week we get down to business on a tune that everyone wants to be able to play but is, frankly, a bit scary

    Episode 409 – Little Vocabulary Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 12:38


    Let's add a little artistic choice into our little vocabulary work on Donna Lee.... WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 408 – Little Vocabulary Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 11:16


    Another piece of short vocabulary sourced from the melody of Donna Lee this week. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

    Episode 407 – Little Vocabulary Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 9:26


    Another piece of useful short vocabulary over Donna Lee this week. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support

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