Roadmap

Jazz

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  1. Open Chords & Strumming

    Learn basic open position chords and even strumming patterns.

    beginner
  2. Barre Chords

    Master E- and A-shape barre chords up the neck.

    beginnertechnique
  3. ii–V–I Progressions

    The backbone of jazz harmony — Dm7–G7–Cmaj7 in all keys.

    intermediatetheory
  4. Shell Voicings

    Root–3rd–7th three-note chords for clean comping.

    intermediatetheory
  5. Modes: Dorian & Mixolydian

    Apply Dorian over minor chords, Mixolydian over dominant chords.

    intermediatetheory
  6. Chord Melody Basics

    Arrange a simple standard so melody and chords ring simultaneously.

    advancedtechnique
  7. Bebop Vocabulary

    Learn bebop scale runs and classic Charlie Parker licks.

    advanced