Melodic Minor Modes

Welcome to JazzPianoSkills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every JazzPianoSkills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today you will discover, learn, play the Melodic Minor Modes. In this Jazz Piano Lesson you will:DiscoverThe Melodic Minor Modes used by Professional Jazz PianistsLearnThe harmonic alterations produced by the Melodic Minor ModesPlayThe Melodic Minor Modes from the Root to the 7th in all 12 keysFor maximum musical growth, be sure to use the Jazz Piano Podcast Packets for this Jazz Piano Lesson. All three Podcast Packets are designed to help you gain insight and command of a specific Jazz Piano Skill. The Podcast Packets are invaluable educational tools to have at your fingertips while studying and practicing the Melodic Minor Modes.Download Podcast PacketsIllustrations(detailed graphics of the jazz piano skill)Lead Sheets(beautifully notated music lead sheets)Play Alongs(ensemble assistance and practice tips)EPISODE OUTLINE:IntroductionDiscover, Learn, PlayInvite to Join JazzPianoSkillsDemo 1Dominant #11 Sound4th Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nova GrooveDemo 2Dominant b13 Sound5th Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nova GrooveDemo 3Dominant Fully Altered Sound (b9#9b5#5)7th Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nova GrooveDemos 4Minor/Major 7 Sound1st Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nova GrooveDemos 5Minor b9 (b2) Sound2nd Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nove GrooveDemos 6Major 7 #5 Sound3rd Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nove GrooveDemo 7Half Diminished Sound6th Melodic Minor ModeBPM = 110Bossa Nova GrooveConclusionClosing CommentsVisit JazzPianoSkills for more educational resources that include a sequential curriculum with interactive Jazz Piano Courses, private and group online Jazz Piano Classes, and a private jazz piano community Jazz Piano Forums.If you wish to support JazzPianoSkills with a donation you can do so easily through the JazzPianoSkills Paypal Account.Thank you for being a JazzPianoSkills listener. It is my pleasure to help you discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Support the show