I always give this disclaimer every time I give a lesson on scales: If you approach jazz improvisation with only scales on your mind, you will sound like you are playing scales, not music. Because you shouldn’t! Rather they should be used as tools to A. I don’t want someone to misunderstand that you should use scales as a primary approach for jazz improvisation.
This is why I have hesitated to write this post for years! It’s not that it’s a bad question, it’s that I fear if I answer it, the student will misuse the information. I cringe a little when I get these sorts of questions. Furthermore, it can be helpful to have different ways to conceptualize how to approach different harmonic aspects presented in jazz.Ī common question I get is “what scale should I play over a….(dominant 7 chord )”. However, it’s also important to be aware of how jazz language works. These are of the utmost importance and should be a regular part of every jazz musicians practice. We do that by learning jazz solos, licks, and just listening to jazz.
When it comes to jazz improvisation, it’s all about learning the jazz language.
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