Episode 11 - Composition Tip

In part 2, Brett and Kevin discuss more legal considerations that pertain to recording. 

Charleston, SC based trumpet player and attorney Kevin Hackler joined the B Section to discuss what working musicians should know about how the law works to protect themselves. In part 1, Kevin and Brett discuss important information regarding contracts for gigs. 

Want to make your own bebop style lines? Chromaticism and devices such as enclosures can help you achieve this while also providing you with smooth voice leading.

Being able to play in odd meters is something that is often expected of the professional jazz musician. Plus, its fun! The two meters that come up the most are 5/4 and 7/4. Learning the most common groupings of the beats within each measure will help you get the hang of these odd time signatures. 

Rhythm changes is one of the bread and butter forms that all jazz musicians must be familiar with. In this episode, B Section host Brett Belanger breaks down the A sections into manageable pieces and then gradually adds complexity.

There are a lot of criteria that can be useful to consider when asking this question. Ultimately, situational awareness and keeping your ears open will answer most of them. Don’t overstay your welcome!

Using the example of C7sus, Brett explains a few ways to go about playing over this chord especially as a single-line instrument like bass. 

B section host Brett Belanger and friend of the podcast Jonathan Lovett scratch the surface of Chick Corea’s influence and contributions to the word. Rest In Peace, Chick. 

There are many reasons you might find yourself playing bass guitar on a straight ahead jazz gig. When this is the case, it can be beneficial to utilize these tricks to capture more of the double bass vibe to better suit the music.

Part 2 of my chat with Bob. Enjoy!