Pentatonics and ramon rickers pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation. Scales are not the secret shortcut to jazz improvisation. Pdf ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation. As youll see in the video below, you just need a few adjustments to translate your knowledge to the sometimes intimidating genre that is jazz. One thing i did have going for me, though, is that the pentatonic scale could have workedand will workover virtually any jazz progression. There is really nothing wrong with using pentatonic scales in jazz improvisation. For this chapter we will be considering minor pentatonic only. The 4 basic scales in jazz improvisation the 8 basic pentatonic scales the 4 basic scales in jazz improvisation their modes and scale voicings pentatonic and scale relationships basic exercises on pentatonics advanced exercises on pentatonics exercises on scales exercises on hexatonics application of pentatonic scales to chord progressions application.
Click here for a iiv7ivi7 play along to practice these ideas. Playing a jazz standard with pentatonic scales jens larsen. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation print replica kindle edition by ramon ricker author format.
Jamming to backing tracks is a perfect way to start play blues improvisation on piano solo over chords. The below table summarises all 5 modes of the major pentatonic scale, each using c as the root. Extract from pentatonic and hexatonic scales in jazz. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation kindle edition by ricker, ramon. A very common concept in the area of improvising is to play a solo over chords. The more halfsteps and tritones are contained in a scale, the greater the scales potential for dissonance. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation by ramon ricker, 9780769230726, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. For example, the blues scale is predominantly derived from the minor pentatonic scale, a very popular scale for improvisation in the realms of blues and rock.
Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation woob pdf. One of the other inherent dangers of the abuse of the pentatonic is making improvisation scalelike or what jazz musicians refer to as just blowing scales. Buy pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation by ramon ricker isbn. There are over 60 patterns and 12 backing tracks like the one used in this video representing the 12 keys.
Pentatonic ideas for improvising pentatonic scales can be used in a huge variety of improvisation situations. Well introduce mixing the motion up and start these scales on a different note, the 3rd note of the key. How to practice pentatonic patterns for improvisation. For our purpose in jazz improvisation, a further restric. How to improvise jazz melodies bob keller harvey mudd. Atm networks, the internet, and the telephone network, keshav, sep 1, 1997 loved by instructors for its visual and flexible way to build computer skills, the illustrated series is ideal for teaching. And today were going look at 3 creative ways mccoy tyner uses the pentatonic scale on the blues. Feb 11, 2016 the ii v i is one of the most common and important progressions in jazz. Minor pentatonic scales to introduce a novice guitar player to the world of rock music requires that he learn a series of scales, which we can call the tools of the trade. How to use the pentatonic scale in jazz progressions guitar. Moving up one direction too long is hardly interesting, and it can wear on the ears. Ramon ricker guitar pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation there is document ramon ricker guitar pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation available here for reading and downloading. Pt over dm7 remember this is the same thing as a minorised version of d major pentatonic.
In the key of g the notes will be g, a, b, d, and e. Still a favorite after 14 years, this book has become a standard in the field. The file extension pdf and ranks to the documents category. They can be used in blues, rock, metal, jazz, country, funk etc. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation ramon ricker.
More than a pattern book, this 80page spiralbound book lays out the theory behind the use of pentatonic scales in jazz, and follows with 12 pages of transcribed solos and 40 pages of exercises. The first section identifies 4 modal pentatonic scales which include the characteristic scale step of a mode. Use the download button below or simple online reader. The blues is a form that every improviser must learn and master if they want to become a proficient player. Livre sur lutilisation des pentatoniques in et out dans limprovisation. As a member, youll receive access to exclusive members only content, comprehensive video lessons, transcriptions, notation, tab, playalongs, downloads, forums, discounts and email updates whenever new material is added. The scale is often used in situations where you want kind of an upbeat bright sound like the solo for a pop country or a country blues song. Aug 22, 20 minor seventh for example pentatonic bb on c min 7 or on cmin7. For many students, when starting out with blues improvisation, its very easy to get locked inside the notes of the blues scale and never deviate away from 6 tones. And, just like any other preexisting scale, you can create modes out of the major pentatonic scale by selecting a different root note. Jun 22, 2011 scales are not the hidden key to improvisation if only it were that easy. Other pentatonic scales this lesson is available to jazzguitarlessons. Studied don hearles scales for jazz improvisation or similar textbooks. The ramon ricker pentatonic scales, as used in jazz, are five note scales made up of major for our purpose in jazz improvisation, a further restric.
Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation ramon ricker on. A set of pentatonic scale exercises to supercharge your technique, ear. Improvising with various pentatonic scales jazz improvisation. Jun 10, 2016 the minor pentatonic scale is a fairly wellknown scale, and i imagine many of you have used it before. Aug 16, 2014 other pentatonic scales this lesson is available to jazzguitarlessons.
This tonal focus is something you can hear in the standard pentatonic scales and not in sevennote scales. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker. How to use pentatonic scales in music improvisation. Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation harmony. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation by ramon ricker. How to use the pentatonic scale like mccoy tyner in your. Rickers jazz studies on the pentatonic scale for saxophone begins by explaining in the preface. Click the links below to download the exercises in much more readable pdf format. Jazz guitar lessons pentatonic scales jazz guitar lessons. Pdf pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation ricker.
Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation, ricker, ramon. Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation free download as pdf file. The problem really, is what we have been taught to do with them, and how we just limit our possibilities. Contrary to what many method books or jazz educators will tell you, learning all your scales will not guarantee that youll be able to improvise in all 12 keys or that youll be able to solo successfully over any standard. The most obvious way to do this is in form of improvising is to combine a scale with chords in the same key, for example, playing the c major scale over chords belonging to the same scale. In this video, george offers up another great tool for your jazz improvisation toolboxthe pentatonic scale, a great sounding fivenote scale that can be an interesting alternative to the bop scales.
Pentatonic scales are the oldest musical scales in the word. The ii v i is one of the most common and important progressions in jazz. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz. However, i find that many musicians think about using this scale with a limited perspective.
Pentatonic scale improvisation pentatonic scale soloing. At this point in our study of the blues, now its time to introduce the blues scale. From the long vocal runs you hear your favorite pop stars sing, to the best jazz and blues solos of all time, they all heavily rely on the use of them. Cool and unusual applications of the minor pentatonic scale. Despite the age and history of the pentatonic scale, it is used extensively in modern jazz improvisation. Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation pdf from 21 mb our goal is to provide highquality video, tv streams, music, software, documents or any other shared files for free. Mar 06, 2012 below is a pdf of the scales for each chord in all 12 keys. The title of this book is pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation the ramon ricker jazz improvisation and it was written by ramon ricker. The minor pentatonic scale for guitar jazz guitar online. I m being pumped full of cum, in my cunt, my tits, my mouth, my ass. How to improvise jazz melodies bob keller harvey mudd college january 2007 revised 4 september 2012 there are different forms of jazz improvisation.
Sometimes these scales can be used also in an independent way compared to the chord that is they can be used freely without thinking to melodic rules above all in the improvisation. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation ramon ricker pdf. G major pentatonic scale and jazzy cool improvisation. Often times its thought of in a blues context, which of course the minor pentatonic scale lends itself to quite nicely. The full version of the pentatonic patterns for improvisation ebook includes an in depth explanation of the music theory you need to construct major and minor pentatonic scales in all 12 keys. In this lesson we are going to look at the construction of the pentatonic scale and discuss what gives it such a unique sound.
Pentatonic scales trumpet pdf the following article is an excerpt from my book, recycling in jazz improvisation which can be downloaded as a pdf in my books section of. A note on mccoys left hand the signature mccoy tyner sound hinges on one thing his left hand. Chapters 2 through 4 introduce a jazz improvisation. Soloing over a ii v i with pentatonic scales modern jazz. I like to mix up the major pentatonic scale with the minor pentatonic scale when im soloing.
Like volume 1, this book shows how these scales can be applied in both vertical and horizontal improvisational applications. Playing a jazz standard with pentatonic scales if you have any questions or comments then feel free to leave them here or on the video. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation ramon ricker, 1976 adl. Copy of this pdf document, suggest them to download the most recent version. The similarity of the notes leads to a coherence of the sound. The minor pentatonic scale is probably the most commonly learned, practiced and used scale by guitarists of all genres. More than a pattern book, this 80page spiralbound book lays out the theory behind the use of pentatonic scales in jazz, and follows. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Standard pentatonic scales have as little dissonance as possible. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisations cnpmusic. Ramon ricker guitar pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation. Here, george shows how to play the f minor pentatonic scale.
Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation an engineering approach to computer networking. Nov 16, 2018 one thing i did have going for me, though, is that the pentatonic scale could have workedand will workover virtually any jazz progression. I like to mix up the major pentatonic scale with the. Oct 11, 2016 the full version of the pentatonic patterns for improvisation ebook includes an in depth explanation of the music theory you need to construct major and minor pentatonic scales in all 12 keys. Pentatonic scales, as used in jazz, are five note scales made up of major. Get file drag and drop loaded wmv videos to the storyboard below to proceed with wmv to dvd conversion. A conceptual method of learning jazz improvisation through studying. How pentatonic scales can help with piano improvisation. Over the ii chord, use a minor pentatonic a perfect 4th down from the root of the ii chord dm7a minor pentatonic.
It is as if pentatonic scales were the cheaters way to improvise, or just a way to fake it. Volume 2 explores less commonly used pentatonic scales and their versatility in improvisation. For example, in free improvisation, the player is under absolutely no constraints. Practice visualizing the minor pentatonic scale from the root and 5th of v7 chords. Pentatonic scales are useful for improvisers in modern jazz, pop, and rock contexts because they work well over several chords diatonic to the same key, often better than the parent scale. More than a pattern book, this lays out the theory behind the use of pentatonic scales in jazz, and follows with transcribed solos and exercises. This scale is a mustknow melodic device for guitarists exploring the world of improvised music, be it in the jazz genre or otherwise. Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation pdf. Bill dobbins a creative approach to jazz piano harmony. Turn on a playalong and practice applying these scales over the dominant chords in your solo. Born in 1943, ricker has a wealth of experience which has significantly advised all of his study books, including jazz studies on the pentatonic scales for saxophone. A starting guide to piano improvisation piano scales.
The improvisation uses therefore the same scales from which the original melody and underlying chord progression were created. Scales are not the hidden key to improvisation if only it were that easy. For an improvisation is the instant composition of a new melody over the chord progression of an existing song. Often when this scale is used in improvisation, you can use your 3rd finger instead of your 4th on 1st, 2nd, and 6th strings. So playing over a ii v i is a necessary part of being able to play jazz.
How to use the pentatonic scale in jazz progressions. How to use blues and pentatonic scales in jazz improvisation. Pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation ramon ricker pdf, ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation free download as pdf file. Apr 22, 2017 in this video, i answered subscribers questions on. This is one my favorite jazz education videos on youtube the perspective of is. Jazz studies on the pentatonic scale for saxophone by. Download ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation free in pdf format. The pentatonic scale is one of the first things we learn on the guitar, and it makes a lot of sense to use this when working on how to play an.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Of course, this article is just an introduction to playing pentatonic scales, but it gives you some of the secrets of great musical improvisation and soloing. Ramon ricker pentatonic scales for jazz improvisation. Unfortunately, i could never unravel its mysteries and had, quite honestly, given up trying to understand its use. The most important of these are both major and minor pentatonic. Cool and unusual applications of the minor pentatonic. Pdf scales for jazz improvisation download full pdf. For years, all i heard was that the pentatonic scale was the scale to use for jazz soloing and improvisation.