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articles by: Shelby Shinabargar

4 Methods for Developing Melodic Ideas for Improvisers

February 12, 2018 Shelby Shinabargar
Developing Melodic Ideas

One of the biggest skills any improviser should develop is the ability to create melodic ideas. The creation of these licks is integral to the jazz musician, and as teachers and performers, we want to grow this skill as quickly as possible.

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