Smooth Sailing with THIS St Thomas Jazz Trumpet Solo

Master the smooth, flowing jazz language that makes St Thomas such a timeless standard! This solo breakdown reveals exactly how to navigate those classic chord changes with confidence and style.

In this lesson, you'll discover:
✓ The secret to that "smooth sailing" feel in your jazz phrasing
✓ Essential jazz vocabulary that works across multiple standards
✓ How to build melodic lines that sound natural and musical
✓ Practice techniques to internalise these concepts quickly

Key concepts covered:
• Approach note techniques for smoother lines
• Rhythmic displacement for jazz feel
• Scale choices that create that authentic sound
• Connection between different chord progressions

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Whether you're just starting your jazz journey or looking to refine your solo playing, this St Thomas analysis will give you practical tools you can use immediately. The backing track is perfect for practicing these concepts at your own pace.

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