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Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Lesson 1
Lesson one of Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 is titled Introducing the Melodic Minor. James opens the lesson by briefly recapping some of the key learnings from Series 1, before moving into showcasing the differences between the Melodic Minor and Harmonic Minor scales. You'll play and practice both so you learn the difference and have the Melodic Minor comfortably under your fingers as you move into the rest of the series. Later in the lesson you'll focus purely on the Melodic Minor and enjoy ear training with the backing track playing in the background.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Lesson 2
Lesson two is called Guide Tones, and as with many of the saxophone lessons here at Pro Music Tutor, the clue to what you'll cover is definitely in the title for this one! The lesson begins with James explaining just what Guide Tones are, before moving onto playing them while talking you through how to use each one. Once James has explained everything in full you're straight into playing these Guide Tones with the backing track playing in the background, a brilliant exercise for mastering Minor 2,5,1's.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Lesson 3
Lesson three is called Targeting the 3rd. This is a great lesson for building your repertoire for improvising, and we're sure you'll come out of this lesson and move onto the remainder of Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 with some brilliant new ideas and inspirations for your own saxophone playing. James begins by explaining the notes you'll be playing during the second half of this lesson, as well as advising you to return to some of the lessons from Minor 2,5,1's Series 1 if you need to revisit any of these techniques. Explanation complete, the backing track goes on and you're playing along Targeting the 3rd with James.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2- Lesson 4
In lesson four you move onto Targeting the 7th. Following a brief introduction from James you'll be straight into playing your saxophone, with James talking you through the notes while demonstrating how they should sound. The backing track comes on early in this lesson so you'll be playing your saxophone most of the way through, playing rhythmically to get these 7ths under your fingers and leave yourself armed to play some incredible improvisations once you've completed Minor 2,5,1's Series 2.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Lesson 5
In lesson five you will move onto Targeting 5ths. As in lessons two and three, you begin with James providing an explanation and demonstration of the 5ths you'll be learning throughout this lesson. James moves quickly onto demonstrating how you can Target 5ths to start and end your own licks. It isn't too long before the backing track is playing to enable you to learn and play along with James. After playing through some sequences himself, James talks you through the note progressions while the backing track continues to play, a great way to learn with pro guidance.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Lesson 6
Lesson six is titled Playtime, and this is where you're going to bring together everything you have learned throughout Minor 2,5,1's Series 2. James does begin the lesson with some final tips, tricks, and techniques that you will benefit from putting into practice during this lesson and when you go away to play Minor 2,5,1's yourself. James also talks about the thought processes he uses when putting together his own improvisations, which will undoubtedly help you as you progress on your own journey to become a better saxophonist. We hope you've enjoyed Minor 2,5,1's Series 2, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Example Solo
This Example Solo video is your opportunity to see James Morton strutting his stuff to one of our exclusive backing tracks. Use this Example Solo to enhance your learning, either by playing along with James or simply watching what he does to get an appreciation of how he gets the best sound possible from his instrument. This is a great video for picking up some ideas and inspirations for your own saxophone playing, and after watching you'll be well set to go away, put the Pro Music Tutor backing track on, and create your own example solo.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Tone and Gear
In this Tone and Gear video, James talks about his instrument set-up as well as the additional accessories and pieces of kit he uses to make himself feel comfortable with his instrument but also to create the sound he is looking for every time he picks up his saxophone to play. While James gives some invaluable advice and tips in this Tone and Gear video, remember that each musician's set-up is individual to them, and you are encouraged to discover the kit and set-up that makes you feel most comfortable when playing and allows you to create the very best sound from your sax
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Backing Track Mp3
This incredible backing track (mp3) has been designed to enable you to get more from your learning with Pro Music Tutor. The track is used throughout Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 and should be considered an essential learning aid for this series, but is also great for jamming yourself or using as a backing track when playing with your friends.
Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 - Backing Track Wav
This incredible backing track (wav) has been designed to enable you to get more from your learning with Pro Music Tutor. The track is used throughout Minor 2,5,1's Series 2 and should be considered an essential learning aid for this series, but is also great for jamming yourself or using as a backing track when playing with your friends.
