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episode 151: Applying Patterns to Scales for Jazz Improv Flexibility
Welcome to episode 151 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about how you can apply different pattern exercises over scales.
Patterns are great technical exercises that can help us become more flexible on our instruments. I give several different examples that you can put to use. Listen in!
This lesson comes out of my jazz theory and improv eBook and companion course "Zero to Improv"
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