Month: July 2015
Stop trying to swing in jazz
What do we mean by the word swing in jazz? Referring to swing in jazz Dave Brubeck tells the story that Miles Davis approached him at the end of a gig and murmured in his ear “You’re the only person in this group that swings.” Had Brubeck replied: “What, exactly, do you mean by swing?”… Read more »
Playing without the dots
Why you should memorise tunes Sheet music is just information, it’s not the music itself. The more you read what’s in front of you the less head room you’ll have for creativity. Playing without the dots opens up your ears! Which tunes should I learn? This, of course, is very much up to you.… Read more »