Improv with ii-V’s Moving By Whole-Step
Introduction
This chord progression is a series of ii-V’s that descend by whole-step.
The Chord Progression
Materials to Use
For the duration of each line (4 measures), use the major scale corresponding to the last chord on the line. For instance, play D major for the first line. The move the scale down a whole-step and repeat for a C major on the next line. Once you reach G♭ major, it's time to go back up to the starting scale of D major.
D Major (Line 1)
C Major (Line 2)
B♭ Major (Line 3)
A♭ Major (Line 4)
G♭ Major (Line 5)
Backing Track
When you’re ready, play along with the backing track.
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