The blues scale is a six note scale. The scale can be constructed by starting with a major scale and then using the following formula: 1-b3-4-#4-5-b7 The C blues scale would be C-Eb-F-F#-G-Bb. This scale works very nicely over minor 7th chords. A major blues scale also exists and can be constructed from a major […]
Monthly Archives: May 2009
By Don Kelly, Copyright 2009, All Rights Reserved Have you ever wondered if replacement necks really make a difference on your sax? There are a number of really reputable individuals (Ponzol Oleg, Goodson, and others) that make high quality necks, and I’ve always wanted to know if these really make a noticeable improvement. They all […]
This blog post is the first in a series that will create backing tracks for concert, Eb and Bb instruments that coincide with the the patterns in Evan Tate’s 250 Jazz Patterns book. You can purchase this book from Evan at the following link: 250 Jazz Patterns by Evan Tate The following backing tracks can […]
We welcome Saxophonist Don Kelly as a blog author on paulmaine.com. In addition to his talents on saxophone and flute, Don hold a Ph.D. in Physics. We look forward to hearing from Don! Don calls Houston, Texas his home. Don Kelly Music website
Steve Neff has some nice YouTube videos: httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG46j2pul4A You should also check out Steve Neff’s music site Neff Music Website Steve has a wealth of quality sax and jazz related materials. Much of his instructional material can be used with other instruments.