Feb 5, 20192 minCONCEPTUAL JAZZ: Change of Direction is Change of ComplexionBy Frank Caruso In past articles I have discussed the use of several devices, such as perfect 4th triads applied to scale patterns and chord changes, the use...
Jan 2, 20192 minCONCEPTUAL JAZZ: 7 Variations of II-V-I progressionsBy Frank Caruso 7 variations of II-V-I progressions and their use in “tweaking” changes. In this article I would like to examine a device I like to refer to ...
Nov 5, 20181 minCONCEPTUAL JAZZ: Masterclass - Blues PianoBy Frank Caruso Conceptual Jazz: Masterclass: Blues Piano Soloing and Comping for Beginners Frank Caruso presents Conceptual Jazz: Masterclass - Blues Piano ...
Sep 5, 20183 minCONCEPTUAL JAZZ: Preparing for the Upcoming School YearBy Frank Caruso While discussing a topic for this issue Mike Jeffers suggested I share some ideas that will aid in making this a productive year of progress ...
Aug 3, 20187 minIMPROVISATIONAL DEVICES USED BY EDDIE GOMEZBY CLAY CORSO Eddie Gomez is one of the most established and creative bass players to grace the instrument. He has performed with Bill Evans, Chick Corea, Mi...
Jul 9, 20186 minCONCEPTUAL JAZZWITHOUT A SONG By Clay Corso Frank Caruso’s Improvisational Devices on Without a Song Frank Caruso, a veteran Chicago pianist, is known for his strong time f...