I Got Rhythm, Improvisation
From Jazz Piano Skills by Dr. Bob Lawrence
April 22, 2026 · 33 min · Season 8 · Episode 334
About this episode
Dr. Bob Lawrence explores the art of jazz improvisation using 'I Got Rhythm' as a case study.
Podcast Packets Illustrations Lead Sheets Play Alongs Forums Jazz Piano Skills Community Summary Dr. Bob Lawrence explores the art of jazz improvisation using 'I Got Rhythm' as a case study. He emphasizes the importance of organization, clarity, and strategic practice in developing improvisational skills, breaking down musical facts and practical exercises. Keywords Jazz improvisation, jazz piano, practice strategies, musical facts, harmonic shapes, rhythmic patterns, 'I Got Rhythm' Key&...
People in this episode
Host: Bob Lawrence
Topics covered
- jazz improvisation
- jazz piano
- practice strategies
- musical facts
- harmonic shapes
- rhythmic patterns
Keywords
- I Got Rhythm
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: I Got Rhythm, Improvisation, I Got Rhythm'
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