Accuracy in jazz harmony is more important than speed. Ensure every note in the tension speaks clearly.

Major 7, Minor 7, Dominant 7, Half-Diminished, and Diminished 7. Common Extensions: Charts for 9ths, 11ths, and 13ths.

📍 Don't just read the PDF—transpose one chord shape into a new key every single day. ### Tips for Effective Practice

How to use b9, #9, b5, and #5 over dominant chords.

Study the chordal approaches of McCoy Tyner (fourths) vs. Wynton Kelly (bluesy swing).

Simple rhythmic shapes for your left hand.

Before diving into complex voicings, you must master the foundation of jazz: the . This sequence accounts for about 80% of the movement in the Great American Songbook. The ii chord: Usually a Minor 7th. The V chord: A Dominant 7th (often with tensions). The I chord: A Major 7th or 6/9 chord.

Take the second note from the top of a closed position chord and drop it an octave. This creates a balanced, professional sound.