251 Beginner Jazz Guitar Lesson. Why is the 251 so important? 🧐

All of my recent 251 backing track videos have been gearing up to putting this video out. A look at 251 for jazz beginners. I've tried to include what I think is important to know alongside actionable practice points for you to try.


In the video I cover:

what a 251 is and why it is important 0:55
*how the 251 functions harmonically 2:17
*playing the 251 progression in all keys 4:55
*playing chord tones over the 251 8:47
*practice approaches to playing chord tones over 251s 11:47
*what scales to use and how to practice them 15:38

Resources can be found over at my website here:https://www.jazzguitarwithandy.com/bl...

You should also check out my 251 backing tracks in this playlist to help you apply what you have learnt. I've put these in a playlist here:   • 251 lessons and backing tracks  

It's aimed at those newish to jazz or those getting a bit stuck with 251s and not sure where to head with it. My approach is thorough, you need to be able to play over these with ease, in any key, as they are so common in jazz standards. Yes. it's a lot of work, but my approach is to build a solid foundation to help you be more musical in the long run. It's not about playing licks, it's about understanding the harmony and being able to outline the chords anywhere on the fretboard.

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Thanks for tuning in, any questions then please a comment. I hope you enjoy the video and gain some value from it.

Andy October 2019.