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Chord Play - February 19, 2026

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Chord Play - February 19, 2026 (Four-Way Closed Voicings)

Building four-way close position rootless voicings involves utilizing specific techniques and concepts in jazz harmony. One key element is the use of Bill Evans voicings, which are recognized for their unique sound and application in jazz music. These voicings are considered essential for any jazz musician, as they provide a foundation for creating rich chord progressions. Additionally, understanding and applying ii-V-I chords is crucial, as they form the basis of many jazz standards and compositions.

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Chord Play will show you how to get the most music out of even the simplest chord progressions. You’ll learn how to take a basic two-chord loop and turn it into something rich, colorful, and full of movement. Step by step, we’ll explore different ways to “arrive” at a chord, how to break apart and re-build progressions, and how to combine the chords you already know with new ones borrowed from other keys for fresh, exciting sounds. You’ll also discover how different chords create different moods—and how you can use those moods to spark your improvisation. By the end of the course, you’ll have a set of practical tools to make your playing more interesting, your arrangements more engaging, and your improvisations more expressive, all while deepening your understanding of harmony in a fun, hands-on way.

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Chord Play - February 19, 2026

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Chord Play - February 19, 2026 (Four-Way Closed Voicings)

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