New Lesson Series Alert: Soloing Through the Changes 

Starting today, we’re launching an 8-part lesson series focused on helping you build clear, confident solos that outline harmony and stay rooted in the form. 

Pt. 1 – Guide Tones Over the Blues

In this first lesson, we zero in on guide tones—the essential 3rds and 7ths that define each chord’s identity. Using a 12-bar blues in F, we’ll build strong, simple melodic lines that move smoothly through the changes. No flashy licks—just solid, musical fundamentals.

Hi everyone,

I'm selling my Musser M75 Century vibraphone and wanted to share the details here in case anyone in the community is interested—or knows someone who might be.

The instrument is in good working condition, with recently tuned bars, a fully functional motor, and a great sound. It has some cosmetic wear, as expected from a used instrument, but overall it plays really well. I'm including road cases for the frame and resonators (no bar case).

This is a very cool piece that Chick Corea wrote for Gary Burton and pianist Karill Gerstein a pianist. 

Here's the email from Gary talking about his recording: 

? Working on Time Pt. 8 – Full Form Flow and Bridge Contrast

In Pt. 8, you’ll play through the entire form of Antônio Carlos Jobim’s Wave, applying developed comping ideas across all sections. The lesson focuses on maintaining time, dynamic control, and feel throughout the tune—especially as the bridge opens up and invites a more legato approach.