Jazz History

What Is Modal Jazz? The Simplest Explanation You Will Find

Modal jazz changed everything by replacing complex chord changes with scales. Here is what that actually means, why it matters, and the albums that defined the movement.

Education

10 Jazz Scales Every Improviser Must Know (and When to Use Them)

Dorian, Mixolydian, Altered, Whole Tone, Diminished — knowing the right scale for every chord is the foundation of jazz improvisation. Here are the 10 scales that cover 95% of the repertoire.