Jazz Harmony and Theory
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Jazz Harmony
Overview of jazz harmony, its evolution, and importance in jazz music

Module #2
Chord Fundamentals
Review of chord basics, including triads, seventh chords, and chord notation

Module #3
II-V-I Progressions
Understanding the most common progression in jazz, its variations, and applications

Module #4
Altered Dominants and Extended Chords
Exploring altered dominants, extended chords, and their role in jazz harmony

Module #5
Modal Interchange
Using modes and scales to create harmonic interest and tension

Module #6
Tritone Substitution
Applying tritone substitution to add variety to II-V-I progressions

Module #7
Reharmonization Techniques
Strategies for reharmonizing standards and creating new harmonies

Module #8
Jazz Scales and Modes
Understanding the jazz scales and modes, including the dorian, mixolydian, and melodic minor

Module #9
Chord Melody and Shell Voicings
Exploring chord melody and shell voicings for comping and arranging

Module #10
Rootless Voicings
Using rootless voicings to create more flexible and modern harmonies

Module #11
Advanced Voicings and Comping
Exploring advanced voicings, drop 2, drop 3, and comping techniques

Module #12
Analyzing Jazz Standards
Harmonic analysis of jazz standards, including Summertime and Giant Steps

Module #13
Harmonic Function and Tonicization
Understanding harmonic function, tonicization, and chord progressions

Module #14
Upper Structures and Polytonality
Exploring upper structures, polytonality, and atonality in jazz harmony

Module #15
Bebop and Post-Bebop Harmony
Analyzing the harmonic innovations of bebop and post-bebop jazz

Module #16
Latin and Afro-Cuban Harmonies
Exploring the harmonic characteristics of Latin and Afro-Cuban jazz

Module #17
Free Jazz and Avant-Garde Harmony
Analyzing the harmonic experiments of free jazz and avant-garde musicians

Module #18
Applying Jazz Harmony to Composition
Using jazz harmony principles to compose and arrange original music

Module #19
Arranging for Small Ensembles
Harmonic considerations for arranging jazz standards for small ensembles

Module #20
Harmonic Ear Training and Transcription
Developing harmonic ear training skills through transcription and analysis

Module #21
Advanced Harmonic Concepts
Exploring advanced harmonic concepts, including quartal harmony and microtones

Module #22
The Harmonic Language of Jazz Masters
Analyzing the harmonic styles of influential jazz musicians, such as Miles Davis and John Coltrane

Module #23
Jazz Harmony and Form
Understanding the relationship between harmony and form in jazz music

Module #24
Harmonic Function and Modulation
Advanced harmonic function and modulation techniques in jazz harmony

Module #25
Jazz Harmony and Improvisation
Applying harmonic concepts to improvisation, including scales, modes, and chord tones

Module #26
Harmonic Analysis and Critique
Analyzing and critiquing jazz harmonies, arrangements, and compositions

Module #27
Technology and Jazz Harmony
Using software and plugins to aid in jazz harmony analysis, composition, and production

Module #28
Jazz Harmony and Pedagogy
Teaching jazz harmony and theory, including strategies for effective pedagogy

Module #29
Case Studies in Jazz Harmony
In-depth analysis of specific jazz standards, albums, or composers

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Jazz Harmony and Theory career

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Jazz Harmony and Theory ( 30 Modules )

Jazz Harmony and Theory
( 30 Modules )