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Why The “Vibing” Culture In Jazz Has to Go
17 juli 2017 · 20 min
Welcome to episode 71 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about why the "vibing" culture in jazz has to go. Lees meer
Vibing is best defined as a mean-spirited attitude towards another musician and the way they play the music.
It's a toxic environment that sometimes exists at jam sessions, gigs, and in jazz communities. It's time for it to go. Listen in!
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Bossa Nova Basics with Livio Almeida
10 juli 2017 · 32 min
Welcome to episode 70 of the LJS Podcast where today we have a very special guest on the show, Brazilian saxophonist, and composer, Livio Almeida. Lees meer
In today's episode, Livio gives us a great lesson on Bossa Nova, important artists, songs, and rhythms that we need to know.
If you are new or want to know more about Bossa Nova and Brazilian music, this episode is for you!
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4 Awesome Tools For Jazz Musicians
3 juli 2017 · 20 min
Welcome to episode 69 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 4 awesome jazz tools for jazz musicians. Lees meer
These are tools and resources that we personally use that help us in our jazz studies and practice sessions. Listen in!
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How to Compose a Jazz Solo From Scratch
26 juni 2017 · 26 min
Welcome to episode 68 of the LJS Podcast where today we are asking talking about how to compose a jazz solo from scratch. Lees meer
Podcast host Brent Vaartstra composes a jazz solo live on the show and walks you through his process of building a jazz solo he would love to improvise. Listen in!
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How to Use Pentatonic Scales Over Any Chord
19 juni 2017 · 21 min
Welcome to episode 67 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about pentatonic scales and how you can use them to improvise over any kind of chord. Lees meer
Pentatonic scales are familiar to many but are often not utilized to their full potential. Let's learn how to take major and minor pentatonics to the next level. Listen in!
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5 Most Important Jazz Musicians You Need to Listen To
12 juni 2017 · 28 min
Welcome to episode 66 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 5 of the most important jazz musicians that you need to listen to. Lees meer
There are many important jazz musicians to talk about, but these five had an innovative impact on jazz and how it has evolved.
If you want to be an educated jazz musician you need to check these musicians out. Listen in!
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How to Create Killer Jazz Solos By Thinking Like a Composer (Feat. Jeff Schneider)
5 juni 2017 · 35 min
Welcome to episode 65 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to create killer jazz solos by thinking like a composer. Lees meer
Joining us to talk about this today is the Downbeat award winner and three-time recipient of the ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Award, Jeff Schneider.
Learn how to think like a composer and start building jazz solos that really stick out. Listen in!
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5 Tips for Never Losing Your Place In a Jazz Standard
29 mei 2017 · 24 min
Welcome to episode 64 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 5 tips for never losing your place in a jazz standard. Lees meer
Getting lost while playing jazz standards is a frustration many listeners and readers have expressed to us and we are here to help. Listen in!
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How to Become an Expert Sight Reader (feat. Brett Pontecorvo)
22 mei 2017 · 34 min
Welcome to episode 63 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to become an expert sight-reader. Lees meer
Sight reading is a skill that is important for all musicians to work on, and special guest Brett Pontecorvo unloads his expertise on this topic. Listen in!
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4 Steps for Playing What You Hear In Your Jazz Improv
15 mei 2017 · 25 min
Welcome to episode 62 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 4 steps for playing what you hear in your jazz improvisation. Lees meer
This is a question that we get a lot. "How do I play what I am hearing in my head?" There is no easy answer, but these 4 steps will get you headed in the right direction. Listen in!
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How to Use Scales In Your Jazz Solos the Right Way
8 mei 2017 · 27 min
Welcome to episode 61 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to use scales in your jazz solos the right way. Lees meer
You'll learn what scales are good and bad for, how to think about scales as pitch collections, and examples of how to convert them into actual melodies. Listen in!
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How to Develop Relative Pitch (Feat. Aimee Nolte)
2 mei 2017 · 28 min
Welcome to episode 60 of the LJS Podcast where today we have special guest jazz pianist and vocalist Aimee Nolte on the show to talk about developing the relative pitch. Lees meer
Wouldn't it be awesome to hear a note being played and know exactly what it is, even if you don't have a perfect pitch? Aimee teaches us how. Listen in!
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5 Tips for Playing Jazz Ballads Like an Expert
24 april 2017 · 22 min
Welcome to episode 59 of the LJS Podcast where today we are dishing out 5 tips for playing jazz ballads like an expert. Lees meer
Jazz ballads can be tricky, largely because slow tempos can open up a number of challenges. Treat these tips like a checklist the next time you play a ballad. Listen in!
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How to Use Triads to Improve Your Jazz Improvisation
17 april 2017 · 24 min
Welcome to episode 58 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how you can use triads to improve your jazz improvisation. Lees meer
Today's lesson comes straight out of our brand new eBook "Zero to Improv". Exercises are given out for this lesson. Listen in!
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Why I Stopped Hating My Playing
10 april 2017 · 25 min
Welcome to episode 57 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to turn around our mentalities about our music. Lees meer
Podcast host, Brent Vaartstra, tells us his story about how he stopped hating his jazz playing and started having fun again.
If you find yourself constantly upset with your playing, this is for you. Listen in!
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8 Reasons Why Jazz Musicians Should Shed Classical
3 april 2017 · 30 min
Welcome to episode 56 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 8 reasons why jazz musicians should shed classical. Lees meer
That's right, classical music. How can classical music help you become a better jazz musician? Special guest Josiah Boornazian gives us the pitch. Listen in!
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4 Important Jazz Chord Progressions You Need to Master
29 maart 2017 · 24 min
Welcome to episode 55 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 4 important jazz chord progressions you need to master. Lees meer
You will come across these progressions often in jazz standards. Lick examples are demonstrated for each. Listen in!
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How to Organize Balanced Jazz Practice Sessions
20 maart 2017 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 54 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to organize balanced jazz practice sessions. Lees meer
At the same time, we are answering the question of what jazz musicians should be practicing in the first place. Balanced practice routines are one of the keys to musical success. Listen in!
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How to Improve Your Jazz Solos By Using Guide Tones
13 maart 2017 · 27 min
Welcome to episode 53 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how you can improve your jazz solos by using guide tones. Lees meer
One of the big questions students have is how do I navigate chord changes in my improvisation? Guide tones are a great springboard for identifying the important chord tones to focus on. Listen in!
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Birthday Episode feat. 8 Special Guests with Musical Failures
6 maart 2017 · 46 min
Happy 1 year's Birthday LJS Podcast! In today's episode, we celebrate one year of successful podcast episodes. Lees meer
On the show, we have a record-setting 8 guests joining us to talk about their musical failures, how they overcame them, and what they learned from them.
This is a value-packed episode, so listen in!
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Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Jam Sessions
27 februari 2017 · 32 min
Welcome to episode 51 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about everything you need to know about jazz jam sessions. Lees meer
Learn why they are important, how to be prepared, and how to network. Listen in!
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How to Become an Expert Jazz Comper
20 februari 2017 · 32 min
Welcome to episode 50 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about being a jazz accompanist and how to comp like a pro. Lees meer
No matter what instrument you play, this is an important topic. Special guest, jazz pianist Keelan Dimick, gives us some of his best tips and advice. Listen in!
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3 Ways Practicing in all 12 Keys Will Make You a Better Musician
13 februari 2017 · 24 min
Welcome to episode 49 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 3 ways practicing in all 12 keys will make you a better jazz musician. Lees meer
This is a practice that can have profound effects on your playing. Be sure to take the challenge at the end of the episode! Listen in!
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Why You Should Stop Practicing
6 februari 2017 · 21 min
Welcome to episode 48 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about why you should stop practicing. Lees meer
Stop practicing!? Indeed, there are certain scenarios where taking a little bit of time off can be incredibly helpful for your jazz playing. Listen in!
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3 Ways to Develop an Original Sound On Your Instrument
30 januari 2017 · 25 min
Welcome to episode 47 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 3 ways to develop an original sound on your instrument. Lees meer
As jazz musicians, we spend a lot of time studying the great jazz musicians that came before us. This is important! But we also want to be developing a sound that is original to us. Find out how. Listen in!
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How to Make Extra Money From a Jazz Side Hustle
23 januari 2017 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 46 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to make extra money from a jazz side hustle. Lees meer
A side hustle is any small business you do on the side from the full-time job that helps you make additional income.
If you love jazz and have a passion for it, why not convert some of that to some pocket cash! Find out how. Listen in!
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Should I Go to College For Jazz?
17 januari 2017 · 36 min
Welcome to episode 45 of the LJS Podcast where today we are asking the question: Should I go to college for jazz? Lees meer
You may be a student in college or considering going to school for jazz. Or you may be a hobbyist interested in becoming a part-time student and furthering your jazz education.
Regardless, this is an important topic to cover. Listen in!
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How to 2X The Results of Your Practice Sessions
9 januari 2017 · 28 min
Welcome to episode 44 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to 2X the results of your practice sessions. Lees meer
Quality practice is important for jazz improvement. We all know this, but we need to identify how to get the most out of the precious practice time we have. Listen in!
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Why We Play Jazz
3 januari 2017 · 26 min
Welcome to episode 43 of the LJS Podcast where today we are asking the question: why do we play jazz? Lees meer
It's the start of the year 2017, and it's always good to center ourselves and remind ourselves why we play the music we do.
Podcast host Brent Vaartstra tells the story of his jazz journey. Listen in!
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How to Keep Your Jazz New Years Resolutions
26 december 2016 · 24 min
Welcome to episode 42 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to keep your jazz new years resolutions. Lees meer
2017 is upon us, and like many others, we realize that we can treat it as a new chapter for our jazz playing. It's easy to make a resolution, but much harder to keep it. Find out how. Listen in!
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How to Become a Better Jazz Musician Just By Listening
19 december 2016 · 26 min
Welcome to episode 41 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to become a better jazz musician just by listening to jazz. Lees meer
Listening is one of the most important things you can do, but not just any kind of listening. Find out what you should be focusing on when listening to jazz. Listen in!
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An Important Jazz Improv Technique and How to Use It
12 december 2016 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 40 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about an important jazz improvisation technique called enclosure, and how to use it. Lees meer
This is a great technique to help you conceptualize jazz language. Listen in!
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A Jazz Master You’ve Probably Never Heard of Before
5 december 2016 · 28 min
Welcome to episode 39 of the LJS Podcast where today we sit down to talk to a jazz master you've probably never heard of before. Lees meer
Meet Don Hahn, a trumpeter, and flugelhornist who has played with the likes of Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich, and many others.
Don talks about his life and the way he thinks about music. Listen in!
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5 Questions I Ask Myself During My Jazz Gigs
30 november 2016 · 18 min
Welcome to episode 38 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 5 questions to ask yourself during your jazz gigs. Lees meer
These are questions to ask before and during your gigs that will help set you up for success. Listen in!
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How to Tell Stories With Your Jazz Solos
21 november 2016 · 21 min
Welcome to episode 37 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to tell stories with your jazz solos. Lees meer
If you think about it, some of the best solos out there tell captivating stories. Each phrase has a trajectory, and we want to learn how to do this. Listen in!
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14 Jazz Practicing Ideas
15 november 2016 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 36 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 14 practicing ideas for jazz musicians. Lees meer
If you need some help with what you should be practicing as a jazz musician, or just need something new, this is a good episode for you. Listen in!
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How Mastering Tempo and Rhythm Can Transform Your Jazz Playing
10 november 2016 · 30 min
Welcome to episode 35 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how mastering tempo and rhythm can transform your jazz playing. Lees meer
Oftentimes, non-percussion instrumentalists don't pay enough attention to these things, and it shows.
Today's special guest, professional drummer Diego Maldonado, walks us through how to do this. Listen in!
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How Playing Gigs For Free is Destroying the Music Economy
1 november 2016 · 18 min
Welcome to episode 34 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how playing gigs for free is destroying the music economy. Lees meer
It may seem harmless. It may be that musicians who play for free just want to get some playing time. But consider the consequences. Listen in!
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How Charlie Parker and John Coltrane Became Great
25 oktober 2016 · 27 min
Welcome to episode 33 of the LJS Podcast where today we are taking a look at two jazz icons, Charlie Parker and John Coltrane, and asking the question: What made them great. Was it talent? Was it a lot of practice? Or is there something more to it? Listen in. Lees meer
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Music Advice I Wish Someone Had Told Me
17 oktober 2016 · 21 min
Welcome to episode 32 of the LJS Podcast where today podcast host Brent Vaartstra talks about music advice he wishes someone had told him from the beginning. Lees meer
This advice is ultimately about being the best musician you have the potential to be. Listen in!
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Ear Training For Jazz Musicians
11 oktober 2016 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 31 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about ear training for jazz musicians. Lees meer
Having a solid, well-rounded ear is one of the most important things a jazz musician can have.
Great ears are essential for improvisation, and so ear training needs to be at the forefront of jazz musicians' studies. Listen in!
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5 Jazz Solos You Should Learn and Why
4 oktober 2016 · 23 min
Welcome to episode 30 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 5 jazz solos you should learn and why. Lees meer
Learning jazz solos by ear is a practice that all jazz musicians should be doing and is incredibly important for becoming better jazz musicians.
If you are having trouble finding good solos to learn, these are definitely some to consider. Listen in!
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Jazz Challenge #4 Learn a New Jazz Lick
26 september 2016 · 14 min
Welcome to episode 29 of the LJS Podcast where today we are introducing Jazz Challenge #4 of our 4 part series of jazz challenges. Lees meer
These challenges will be leading up to the release of our first eCourse 30 Days to Better Jazz Playing in October 2016. Today’s challenge is to learn a new jazz lick. Listen in!
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Jazz Challenge #3 Write Your Own Jazz Solo
19 september 2016 · 18 min
Welcome to episode 28 of the LJS Podcast where today we are introducing Jazz Challenge #3 of a 4 part series of jazz challenges. Lees meer
These challenges will be leading up to the release of our first eCourse 30 Days to Better Jazz Playing in October 2016.
Today’s challenge is to write your own jazz solo. Listen in!
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Jazz Challenge #2 Practice the Blues in all 12 Keys
12 september 2016 · 20 min
Welcome to episode 27 of the LJS Podcast where today we are introducing Jazz Challenge #2 of a 4 part series of jazz challenges. Lees meer
These challenges will be leading up to the release of our first eCourse 30 Days to Better Jazz Playing in October 2016.
Today's challenge is to practice the blues in all 12 keys. Listen in!
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Jazz Challenge #1 Write Your Own Contrafact
6 september 2016 · 18 min
Welcome to episode 26 of the LJS Podcast where today we are introducing Jazz Challenge #1 of a 4 part series of jazz challenges. Lees meer
These challenges will be leading up to the release of our first eCourse 30 Days to Better Jazz Playing in October 2016.
Today's challenge is to write your own contrafact. Listen in!
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4 Fears That Jazz Musicians Face (And How to Overcome Them)
30 augustus 2016 · 26 min
Welcome to episode 25 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about 4 fears that jazz musicians face and how to overcome them. Lees meer
Jazz musicians (and musicians in general) tend to be especially hard on themselves. They are constantly upset with their playing and worried about what others think about them. It's time to overcome these fears. Listen in!
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Why Jazz is Unpopular and What We Can Do About It
23 augustus 2016 · 28 min
Welcome to episode 24 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about why jazz is unpopular and what we can do about it. Lees meer
According to Nielsen's 2014 Year-End Report, jazz is one of the most unpopular genres of music in the United States.
In this episode, we take a closer look at these details, try to figure out why, ask some questions, and reflect on what we can do about it. Listen in!
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Gig Etiquette 101 for Musicians
15 augustus 2016 · 21 min
Welcome to episode 23 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about some gig etiquette 101. Lees meer
These are some really helpful tips for acting professionally, keeping your gig, and setting it up for success. We point out some classic mistakes musicians make during the gig and more. Listen in!
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How to Play at Fast Tempos and Not Get Burned
8 augustus 2016 · 27 min
Welcome to episode 22 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how to play at fast tempos and not get burned. Lees meer
Up tempos tunes are something that all jazz musicians must confront, and we've all been burned by them before!
In this episode, we go over some tips for playing fast tempos and how we can start getting better control over them. Listen in!
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