Jazz Guitar Soloing: A Simple Approach to the ii-V

In this video you’ll learn how to handle ii-V progressions.. But instead of complex modes and arpeggios, we'll focus on just two notes that are key to the resolution.Then we’ll look at ways to make it work. We'll also look at two simple patterns that make playing the resolution easy.
Finally we’ll look at how to navigate all of the ii-Vs Duke Ellington used in his classic tune "Satin Doll."
==============================================
FREE TRIAL LESSON: Book a call today and get a personal practice plan as a bonus
lessons.jumpst...
FREE PDFs supporting the lessons in the videos: Join my FREE Patreon
/ georgehessmusic
MY WEBSITE: jumpstartjazzg...
The Best Online Jazz Guitar Coaching Program for Guitarists Over 50
===============================================
WHAT"S NEXT
New Videos and Shorts every week
Remember, hitting the like and subscribe button helps support the channel. Plus, you won't miss out on any of our upcoming lessons!
If you’re just getting started on jazz guitar, I recommend watching these free videos
• Forget Chords and Scal...
• The Art of Comping: Gu...
ABOUT ME
I'm Dr. George Hess, I was a professor of music for 30 years at leading universities in the US and Asia and I've been performing with top professionals worldwide for over 40 years. I help busy adult guitarists start playing and having fun playing jazz guitar as quickly as possible.

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

FREE TRIAL LESSON lessons.jumpstartjazzguitar.com/freejazzguitarclass The Jumpstart Jazz Guitar Coaching program is specifically geared towards guitarist over 50 who are making the transition from rock or blues to jazz. My unique program provides a private lesson experience with custom lesson plans and unlimited video feedback, but made to fit your busy schedule. Click the link to schedule a free trial lesson and learn more about the program.

[@Alfreds.Romero]

THANK you for being honest 🙏 you are GODSEND to me in my journey in something so complex but with you on my side in my life path I will achieve and accomplish.

[@Felipe2023Lopez]

what a hell are you talking about??😂😂

[@grinpick]

Good stuff. One critical observation: Your voice is a little boomy. My hearing has declined a little, and I don't hear highs as well as I once did. If you were in closer on a good mic the sibilants would make it through to my old ears and your wise words would register better. That aside, your video gets a like from me. Stay after it, man.

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Getting closer to a cardioid mic would have even more bottom due the proximity effect. I use a de-esser to reduce sibilance, but I’ll look into using a bit of high shelf. I don’t hear much in that range anymore so it’s hard for me to know what effect it has

[@docdoscojazz]

Good lesson. Nice axe!

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thanks!

[@HVL1977]

Greaaat ! Thank you very much

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

You are welcome!

[@chrisnedbalek2866]

This is really good & interesting, but i don't know that I'd call it simple.

[@profissaoglobal2]

I love it

[@Zura_Lanch]

thank you sir. but I don't know notes. where is fretboard?

[@underground_man]

Amazing lesson, professor. I'll need to watch this video again and check out those other videos as well.

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

I'm glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@kotarohasegawajazzguitar712]

Great lesson 👍

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thank you Kotaro-san

[@willarddickerson921]

Your guitar has a beautiful tone. I know that part of it is you, but what guitar are you playing. It looks like a D'Angelica?

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

It's a Peerless Gigmaster Jazz, 175 style. I add a little plate reverb to it

[@rockychieng88]

Hi Professor, can you do Pat martino Concept?

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

I'm working on some of Pat's concepts now.

[@iloverumi]

great lines and explaination

[@Jonobueno]

This is great, straight into it. Liked and subbed. Cheers !

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thanks so much and welcome

[@bobrich1950]

Great approach. Love your tone on this video.

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thanks for listening

[@richprincipe749]

Amazing video! Thanks!

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thanks!

[@Billy-ho5ms]

They used to say drinking from a fire hose in the south...so many concepts to understand in this video. We dont need the fifths? Octave displacement? I will save to watch later Professor. Nice playing!

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Good questions. Octave displacement is jargon for moving a note or notes in line by an octave. In the video, it's a descending scale and the last three note are played an octave higher. As to leaving out the 5ths in chords, check out this video. ruclips.net/video/5qdhzbdZq40/видео.html

[@asansone57]

excellent lesson, do you have any song recommendations when learning chord Melody? I'm only working on Autumn leaves now and would like more.. Thanks

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Yes, that will be something I cover a little later as it's more advanced. First steps are to learn the tune inside out.

[@djmileski]

Thank u for sharing this great lesson. Very helpful

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching

[@paulkreeft2091]

I use lixamidian mode for everything 😎

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Personally, I prefer the demented scale

[@37BopCity]

Another great video, thanks.

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Thanks so much.

[@quetzel1]

subtitles please !!!!!.

[@ReinholdBinder-d9n]

You call that simple?

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

Do you have a question?

[@thepoetrymarket7785]

Is there anything simpler for people who didn't go to Berkeley?​@@GeorgeHessMusic

[@sega62s]

Not for beginners, 😅

[@GeorgeHessMusic]

This would be in my 3rd level of improv. If you’re just starting out try this video. Forget Chords and Scales: Learn the Real Secrets to Jazz Soloing
ruclips.net/video/BoxvblZDNIc/видео.html

[@ivo4137]

Thank you George! I writing from Colombia and Venezuela.