Here are a couple of new lessons on Brazilian Grooves & Vamps.
In these lessons we explore the 251 and 2516 progressions for both major and minor keys.
They are both short lessons starting with very simple voicings containing just roots, 3rds, and 7ths of the chords. Jovino gradually layers in more interesting note choices using chord extensions and alterations.
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Here are the PDF downloads containing the lesson graphics and notation:
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Major Grooves Lesson Notation.pdf (38.4 KB)
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Minor Grooves Lesson Notation.pdf (37.4 KB)
And here are some related lessons and courses:
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Altered Harmony Course - it’s useful to have an understanding of chord alterations to digest the information that Jovino covers.
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Simple Bossa Nova Samba Groove - this is a similar lesson which focuses more on the rhythmic aspect of the Bossa Nova Samba groove.
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Brazilian Comping Patterns Major Harmony - A longer lesson focusing on major harmony with a Bossa Nova Samba rhythmic feel.
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Brazilian Comping Patterns Minor Harmony - A longer lesson focusing on minor harmony with a Bossa Nova Samba rhythmic feel.
Enjoy these Brazilian piano lessons!
