The Modern Improviser
Chester HarlanSubstack newsletter dedicated to the art of music improvisation
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
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| Issues | 176 | Founded | 5 years ago | Last Issue | 3 months ago |
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The first 20 years is a warm up
Dear friends,
This is the transcription of a masterclass recorded during the Joe Diorio Fundraiser / Jazz Guitar Workshop, hosted by John Pisano at California Vintage Guitar & Amp in Van Nuys on January 15, 2006.
Joe Diorio represents a...
Does anyone listen to this masterpiece these days? What a record!
Inventions and Dimensions is Herbie Hancock’s third studio album, released in 1963 on the Blue Note label. This record stands out because it marks a shift from Hancock’s earlier, more structured hard bop compositions toward freer, rhythmica...
What are Drop 2 chords on the guitar?
Drop 2 chords on guitar are a common voicing technique used to create fuller, more spread-out chord shapes by "dropping" the second highest note of a chord down an octave. Here's a breakdown of what they are:
How Drop 2 Chords Work:...
Improvising by Filling the Spaces
Hello friends,
This method, which I developed some time ago, has consistently proven beneficial for my students.
Before diving in, it’s worth noting that, prior to the availability of backing tracks, musicians practiced by playing...
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Musician working across different forms, creating projects that explore sound, image, and structure over time, engaging with music, history, and contemporary realities.
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