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Melodic Minor in Motion opens the door to one of the most fascinating sound worlds in jazz. Four unique and highly efficient practice cycles, combined with études, compositions, and practical exercises, demonstrate step by step how the modes of the melodic minor scale can be used creatively in improvisation. Dry theory turns into a vivid playground for musical exploration and creative expression.
Who is this micro study for?
This book is for anyone looking to move beyond improvising with the traditional church modes — for musicians curious about new colors and eager to take their improvisation to the next level. Whether you’re a jazz student, educator, or experienced player seeking inspiration, this study provides a clear and structured pathway into the rich world of the melodic minor scale, while encouraging a personal and creative approach to the material.
What’s included?
90-page PDF file :: Clear explanations of the theoretical concepts :: Scale exercises and a starting-note-grids concept for all modes :: Four effective practice cycles with detailed analysis :: Compositions and fully notated études for practical application :: Lead sheets for C-, Bb-, Eb- &amp; Bass-Instruments :: iReal Pro play-alongs…and more

Micro-Studies #004 - Melodic Minor In Motion

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Unlock your full potential as a saxophonist with Micro-Studies #003, designed to enhance your control, tone, and musical creativity. This micro-study offers a systematic approach to mastering wide intervals, triads, seventh chords, and pentatonic scales, all centered around a fixed pedal tone. Through carefully crafted exercises, you’ll develop a balanced, resonant sound, improve intonation, and refine your technique, all while embracing personal expression and creative exploration.
Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, this study will help you push the boundaries of your musicality and gain new technical flexibility. With practical guidelines, detailed variations, and space for your own ideas, Micro-Studies #003 is an essential resource for saxophonists seeking a deeper connection to their instrument and a more distinctive sound.

Micro-Studies #003 - Modern Sound Studies for Saxophone

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In this micro-study various chord progressions for effective practice of secondary dominants will be presented. Secondary dominants are an integral part of harmony theory in general and jazz improvisation in particular. They add color and excitement to diatonic contexts and expand cadential harmony. The introduced cycles all have in common that each progression contains all secondary dominants and thus represents a condensed possibility to approach this important topic for jazz improvisation in an effective way. This micro study will give you a brief look at the theoretical background and examine multiple ideas for practicing. There are playbacks available for download for all four practice cycles.

This method book is intended for the ambitious jazz player and student. It is an effective, intensive and compact way to practice secondary dominants and use them effortlessly in improvisation, e.g. over jazz standards. Furthermore, the cycles can also be used theoretically and practically in individual or group lessons and thus represent a great concept for teachers who want to explore this topic in more depth with their students.

Micro-Studies #001 - Practice Cycles for Secondary Dominants

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