Example7 Blues statements

We finish with a complete chorus around a blues in C that consolidates much of what we’ve seen so far and also introduces the concept of ‘micro-variation’ into our improvisation vocabulary. Note how Kenny sometimes plays what on 5 first inspection appears to be a direct repeat in his solo, but when you look closely there is always some tiny detail that has been changed in some way,

5 such as the pick-up phrase in bars 1, 5 and 9. Often, these minute changes are all that is required to keep things interesting and lend your playing a sense of connection and development. Note also, the extensive use of space here to punctuate each phrase, giving each small melodic fragment a sense of independent intent and purpose within a cohesive whole.