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The Frame-Of-Mind Required for Jazz Improv

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The Frame-Of-Mind Required for Jazz Improv

FromLearn Jazz Standards Podcast


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The Frame-Of-Mind Required for Jazz Improv

FromLearn Jazz Standards Podcast

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Jun 7, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this engaging Fast Track Friday episode, Brent discusses the crucial mindset required for jazz improvisation. He emphasizes the importance of focus, open-mindedness, and a willingness to make mistakes to excel in jazz improvisation. Brent stresses the significance of being open-minded to learning various approaches and techniques, even if they may seem challenging or unfamiliar.Finally, Brent underscores the necessity of embracing mistakes and taking risks in improvisation. He encourages listeners to adopt a mindset that welcomes mistakes as opportunities for growth and exploration. With practical advice and insights, this episode offers valuable guidance for aspiring jazz improvisers looking to enhance their skills and musicality.Important Links:Free Guide to learning standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart WayLJS Inner Circle MembershipListen to the Learn Jazz Standards PodcastLearn Jazz Standards Inner Circle: Get 50% off your first month! Want to get your jazz question answered on the podcast? Click here.
Released:
Jun 7, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The LJS Podcast is the podcast where you get weekly jazz tips, interviews, stories and advice for becoming a better jazz musician! Hosting the show is the jazz musician behind learnjazzstandards.com, author, and entrepreneur Brent Vaartstra, who’s one goal is to answer any question about playing jazz music you may have. Jazz can be a challenging music to learn and play, but it doesn’t have to be so hard. Each episode features a specific musical challenge that jazz students may come across, where it is discussed and answered. Special jazz guests frequent the show, sharing their expertise on an array of different musical subject matter. Listeners are invited to call in with their jazz questions to the podcast hotline, where it could get answered on a future LJS Podcast episode. Join thousands of other listeners getting free jazz education every week!