The best way to learn the details of this music isn’t from etudes, theory devices, or patterns –it is directly from the tunes and solos of the masters that played it– in a musical, rh… See more

We’ll begin with 10 tunesthat are a great introduction to the bebop tradition… Your goal here … See more

A great place to start learning bebop is with a familiar setting like the Blues and Rhythm Changes– two perennial forms that you’ll encounter as an improviser. The nice thing is, many of … See more

Charlie Parker’s tune Billie’s Bounce is a well known jazz standard, showcasing some key bebop elements while retaining the essence of the blues. An effective way to learn thi… See more