Rhythm Changes Masterclass

Rhythm Changes Strategies Part I

Randy Johnston·
5.0 (1 review)
·ADVANCED·1 lesson·40m of video

About this masterclass

Randy Johnston teaches a practical approach to improvising on Rhythm Changes with greater ease, confidence, and harmonic and melodic freedom. He presents two basic versions of the Rhythm Changes A section, explains the harmonies in each, and provides specific written phrases to match those harmonies — then shows how to simplify the changes so you can construct your own, more melodic solos.

What's covered

  • Rhythm Changes A-section chord changes, in two versions
  • Specific written lines to play over those changes
  • Harmonic reduction to simplify the changes, with examples

For intermediate and advanced players who want a clearer path through one of jazz's most-called progressions. The full class video includes a download.

Duration: 40 minutes

Lessons in this masterclass

Lessons

  • 1Rhythm Changes Strategies Part I - Full Class + Download40m

Reviews & Ratings

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Tom Clayton
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1/1/2022

"Excellent "

Thank you Randy! Can’t wait for the follow ups.

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About the instructor

Randy Johnston
Randy Johnston makes learning jazz guitar fun. He takes an approach to teaching jazz in it's simplest form. Each class will improve your abilities and get you ready to perform. Randy Johnston is one of the most widely recorded and prolific guitarists of his generation. He has released 12 albums as a leader for the Muse, Highnote, J Curve, Mel Bay, and Random Act labels and has appeared on dozens of recordings with other top recording artists. In addition to his recording career, Randy has toured and played with some of the most acclaimed names in jazz, including Lionel Hampton, Houston Person and Etta Jones, Lonnie Smith, and has played for 17 years as a regular member of the Lou Donaldson Quartet. He has traveled the world concertizing, both as a bandleader and side musician, performing at the top clubs and festivals all over the United States, Europe, Japan, Thailand, and South America.