In order to play your music, jazz performer needs to have a series of theoretical and harmonic knowledge that is often the result of a long period of self-whether training in schools is a jazz or practical experience in jam sessions. The basic theory in jazz theory begins with the formation of intervals and triads that derives from it, and their inputs. The major scale and its seven modes-the Ionic, Doric, Phrygian, Lydian , Mixolydian, wind and locrio- are also part of the basic theory must completely dominate a jazz musician, like the circle of fifths. Among the most common chord progressions in jazz include:
II-VI Progression, among the most common chord progressions features jazz.
The VV progression, that is, a …show more content…
The modal jazz
Separate chapter on the theory of modal jazz, jazz deserves a sub-style characterized by the use of a few chords and much harmonic space, which was popularized by Miles Davis in his 1959 album Kind of Blue. The disc is "So What", a subject of only two chords that perfectly sums up the essence of modal jazz: leave much room for improvisation in each chord than usual in most subjects and standards, so that it is natural for the musician to explore in detail the musical scale or mode derived from each line, rather than simply focusing on notes accords.
The Melodic Section and a Rhythm Section.
Rhythm and swing
All features jazz group, regardless of size, a "melodic section" and a "rhythm section". The first is composed of melodic instruments like the saxophone, trumpet or trombone, while the second is composed instruments such as drums, guitar, bass and piano, provided they do not come to the fore running, for example, one. Overall, the rhythm section is responsible for providing the harmonic and rhythmic mattress on which execution happen melodies and solos, although exceptions to this rule and investments, particularly in modern jazz can occur. Some critics say that the rhythm section is intimately connected with the African origins of jazz, while the melody and harmony come from European classical music, a music where, …show more content…
In early jazz was just something we could call melody, in any case, not very different from the melodies of circus music, military marches, or piano music and games nineteenth century. As the phrasing of the soloists evolved, was exerting a significant influence on the melody, shaping slowly one feature type melody, "jazz tune" characterized by its fluidity, its improvised nature, express renunciation of the use of black and quavers and his taste for nuance and individuality