Thinking Ahead Vol.1 – mDecks Music
A focused, exercise-driven interactive PDF course that teaches improvisation by targeting chord tones and applying those techniques to five standard jazz tunes. Includes written solos, play-along and call & response tracks, plus video lessons via QR codes.
Designed for beginning and early-intermediate improvisers, this volume teaches intentional target-note improvisation and practical devices like chromatic approaches, enclosures, and essential tensions. The interactive PDF contains lessons and 50 written solos across five standards, with play-along backing tracks and call & response tracks to develop ear and time feel. Video lesson access via QR codes demonstrates application over real progressions so you can practice methodically and musically. Perfect as a focused, practiceable entry in the Thinking Ahead series.