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The Secrets Lie In The Triad

May 6, 2024
Adam and Peter discuss using triads melodically for hip soloing. They explore jazz improvisation with triads, highlighting techniques like adding notes and the triad plus one approach. The importance of utilizing different triads in creating specific sounds in jazz music is emphasized, along with the significance of triad pairs and creative freedom in choosing chord tones. The chapter also delves into the use of major triads within C diminished chords for specific harmonic effects.
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Quick takeaways

  • Incorporating melodic triads can enhance jazz improvisation and add depth to musical expressions.
  • Using triad pairs, like major and minor combinations, offers unique opportunities for enriching phrasing and creating evocative sounds in jazz music.

Deep dives

The Comfort of Musical Handshakes

Musicians often have a go-to musical phrase or pattern that they play when sitting down at an instrument, akin to a comforting ritual or handshake with the instrument. This familiar routine allows for a sense of ease and connection with the music being created, serving as a musical comfort zone.

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