Lemoine Boell Eric - Techniques D'improvisation - Tonalite
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Summary of This Method
This method by Eric Boëll is a clear and practical guide to understanding and mastering the fundamentals of improvisation, with a particular emphasis on the codes of variety and jazz. It begins with an in-depth study of the major scale : its structure, analysis, chord notation, and common difficulties, not forgetting the essential relationship between scales and chords. The book also introduces the modal chart, its use, and solid foundations of harmonic analysis to better navigate tonality.
The Improvisation Practice section develops directly applicable techniques: note skipping, chromatic approaches, disjoint intervals, rhythmic variations, and arpeggio work (with inversions and exploitation methods). A chapter dedicated to swing helps build a more natural phrasing through understanding strong/weak beats, metronome work, and the difference between binary and ternary rhythms.
You will then deepen your knowledge of the pentatonic scale (structure, connection with chords, addition of chromaticism), followed by modulation with precise techniques, the use of modulating notes, and a practice plan for effective progress. Finally, the method details the famous II V I : definition, harmonic variations (including tritone substitution), practical applications for improvisation, and sequences (by whole steps, fourths, chromaticism, thirds...) with advice on how to practice them. The last part on mode technique (modal calculation, altered intervals, consonance/dissonance, the "sound" of each mode) completes the set to build coherent, expressive, and stylistically credible solos.
Technical specifications
| Theme | Music theory | ||
| Composer | BOELL Eric | Pages | 95 |
| Instrumentation | variety | Year of publication | 1997 |
| Genre | variety - jazz | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does this method cover the II V I progression and tritone substitution?
The chapter dedicated to the II V I discusses its definition, harmonic variations, and tritone substitution. Sequences using whole tones, fourths, chromaticism, and thirds are also provided for improvisation practice.
How to work on swing with Techniques D'improvisation - Tonalite?
A section dedicated to swing addresses strong and weak beats, metronome practice, and the difference between straight and triplet feel playing.
Is the pentatonic scale explained in this method?
The structure of the pentatonic scale and its relation to chords are developed. The addition of chromatic notes is part of the techniques presented to enrich improvised phrases.
What improvisation exercises are offered?
The techniques covered include note skipping, chromatic approaches, disjunct intervals, and rhythmic variations. Arpeggio practice includes their inversions and methods of exploitation. Modulation is addressed with pivot notes and a study plan.
How many pages does Eric Boëll's method have?
The book contains 95 pages and was published in 1997.
