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Friedman Pedaling and Dampening Etude #24

🚨 Playing in 3/4 – Pt. 5: Tune Study – “Up Jumped Spring”

In Part 5, we apply the rhythmic and melodic ideas from earlier lessons to Freddie Hubbard’s “Up Jumped Spring.” This study focuses on melodic lines that outline the harmony of the A section while maintaining a smooth and lyrical 3/4 feel. The goal is to connect phrases naturally through the changes, letting the rhythm flow without sounding overly metrical.

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🚨 Playing in 3/4 – Pt. 6: Tune Study – “Up Jumped Spring” (Bridge)

Part 6 continues our work with “Up Jumped Spring” by focusing on the bridge section, where the harmony and melodic flow shift to create contrast with the A sections. This lesson presents two different versions of the bridge—each offering a unique melodic approach to the same chord progression.

Tune Study - The Jody Grind Pt. 4 by Behn Gillece

Attached are a few videos for my lessons with Tony this week.

Ok, there's a lot here. Check it out. Some choruses are easier than others. So grab what works for you. 

I put in the chords for the first chorus. You do the same for the rest. Here are things you should do. 

In the tracks below are: 

Just talking about the tune and ways to play it. Come up with your version! 

Friedman Etude 25

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