Jazz Improvisation
This course is part of Music Education for Teachers Specialization.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Music Education for Teachers Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Use storytelling techniques in musical improvisation
Apply various scales in improvisation context
Identify and use harmonic motion effectively
Master guide tones and guide tone lines
Develop thematic variations in solos
Create cohesive improvisational narratives
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.9 Hours PreRecorded video
9 assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course teaches the fundamental concepts of jazz improvisation, led by legendary performer Gary Burton. Students learn to develop their improvisational skills through understanding scales, harmony, and melodic development. The curriculum covers essential topics including chord-scale relationships, guide tones, harmonic motion, and thematic development, emphasizing both technical proficiency and creative expression.
Welcome to Jazz Improvisation
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Improvisation as a Language
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
The Improviser's Vocabulary
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Making Scale Choices in Real Time
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Harmony for Improvisers
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
Theme and Variation
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Music Education for Teachers Specialization
Instructor
Master Vibraphonist and Influential Educator
Gary Burton is a Grammy award-winning vibraphonist, recognized as one of the greatest improvisers in the world of jazz. With more than 60 recordings to his name, including six Grammy-winning albums, he has significantly shaped the landscape of jazz music through his innovative four-mallet technique, which has expanded the vibraphone's expressive capabilities. Throughout his illustrious career, Gary has collaborated with legendary musicians such as Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, and Stan Getz, contributing to the evolution of jazz fusion. He began teaching at Berklee College of Music in 1971, where he later served as dean and executive vice president, influencing countless students through his dedication to music education. Gary authored the course "Jazz Improvisation" for Berklee Online, sharing his expertise with aspiring musicians worldwide. His commitment to both performance and education has made him a pivotal figure in jazz history, inspiring generations of artists to explore the depths of musical expression.
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