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wccook2
04-24-2009, 09:03 PM
Willie,

I really enjoy the "Summertime" Improv section.

I wonder if you think "chord tones" as targets for the downbeat?

wmyette
04-24-2009, 09:11 PM
Hey Bill,

Yes, definitely. I think often of hitting a chord tone on the downbeat because it defines the tonality. This helps to keep the line "together" more.