Learn the nuances of minor harmony and improvisation using “In A Sentimental Mood”. We explore the 3 minor scales and their roles in improvisation.
Using the well-know tune “In A Sentimental Mood” we’ll explore the options available to harmonise step-wise melody lines.
We’re introduce some bigger voicings and cover some interesting examples of altered harmony and upper structure triads.
In this lesson we explore how you can navigate over the minor line cliché using bass lines, two-handed chords and left hand voicings.
Duke Ellington’s ‘In A Sentimental Mood’ is one of the most recognisable jazz ballads. The tune is very accessible and a great for beginners.
The Kenny Barron voicing is an minor 11th chord voicing built from 5th intervals. The voicing is names after acclaimed jazz pianist Kenny Barron.
A transcription session on the tune “In A Sentimental Mood”. We transcribe melodies, harmonies, fills, and discuss software to help you transcribe efficiently.
In this listening and transcription session we explore the playing style of jazz pianist Eddie Higgins, focusing on Eddie’s solo piano arrangement of the tune “In A Sentimental Mood”.
