Chapter 7: How to Use the Jazz Melodic Minor Scale

The jazz melodic minor scale is derived from the traditional/classical melodic minor scale. The traditional Melodic Minor scale has the b3rd, b6th, and b7th scale degree. The jazz Melodic Minor scale has the b3rd, and the raised 6th, and 7th scale degree going up AND down. It is the most used over a dominant seventh chord.

In this video Dr. Klee will discuss and demonstrate how to use the Jazz Melodic minor scale into your improvisation!

 

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Here are the practice songs I suggest you first work on for this chapter.

Practice Song No. 17-The Saddest Moment

Practice Song No. 21-Unforgettable Moments

Practice Song No. 4-I Long for Your Kiss

Practice Song No. 5-Magic Moments

Practice Song No. 7-Mysterious Woman

Practice Song No. 12-Saturday Night Alone

The pdf sheet music for these practice songs is located in chapter 18 of my book.