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Feb 14, 2022 31 min

Should I Learn Jazz By Reading Music?

from Learn Jazz Standards Podcast Hosted by Brent Vaartstra: Jazz Musician, Author, and Entrepreneur

Welcome to episode 325 where today I dive into the controversial question of whether or not it's a good idea to learn jazz by reading music notation. Many musicians feel comfortable reading music but have heard that jazz is best learned by ear. I dive into my philosophy and why the answer to this question isn't so cut and dry. Main Points: 1. How my philosophy has changed over the years 2. The benefits of learning by ear 3. The benefits of reading notation to learn jazz 4. My philosophy on learning jazz Important Links: Show Notes LJS Inner Circle Membership Free Guide to learn standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart Way Learn Jazz Standards Inner Circle: Get 50% off your first month!

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Welcome to episode 325 where today I dive into the controversial question of whether or not it's a good idea to learn jazz by reading music notation. Many musicians feel comfortable reading music but have heard that jazz is best learned by ear. I dive into my philosophy and why the answer to this question isn't so cut and dry. Main Points: 1. How my philosophy has changed over the years 2. The benefits of learning by ear 3. The benefits of reading notation to learn jazz 4. My philosophy on...

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