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Pianist's Guide to Scales Over Chords
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SKU: HL.299481
The Foundation of Melodic Improvisation. Piano Instruction. Chords, Instruction. Softcover Audio Online. 88 pages. Hal Leonard #299481. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.299481).ISBN 9781540060440. UPC: 888680956516. 9.0x12.0x0.212 inches.
Quick -- how many scales do you know? If you answered several, you're not alone. Lots of piano players know several scales, but how many really know what to do with them? With Pianist's Guide to Scales Over Chords, you'll learn how to apply the most used scales in a musical manner. We'll examine how scales and chords are closely linked and how this relationship is key to crafting memorable, intelligent solos. If you're stuck in a pentatonic rut or find yourself always coming back to the same old patterns, this book is for you. The online audio contains 178 tracks, including 15 extended backing tracks for practice! You'll learn: Diatonic Harmony Theory (intervals, scales, chord construction, etc.); Major and Minor Scale Applications; Inversions and Slash Chords; Seventh Chords and Extended Harmony; Modes (construction and applications); Playing over a Standard (Dominant) and Minor 12-Bar Blues; Non-diatonic Harmony and Modal Progressions. 14 scales are covered: Major Scale (Ionian) • Major Pentatonic • Minor Scale (Aeolian) • Minor Pentatonic • Dorian • Phrygian • Lydian • Mixolydian • Locrian • Blues Scale • Harmonic Minor • Melodic Minor • Lydian Dominant • Super Locrian.
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 6 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Deepens Harmonic Understanding for Accompaniment
While primarily focused on solo improvisation, this guide is fantastic for collaborative pianists. A strong grasp of scales over chords directly translates to more insightful and creative accompaniment choices. Understanding how different modes and harmonies function provides a richer palette when supporting a soloist, be it instrumental or vocal. The detailed theory and application examples help elevate my interpretive skills significantly.
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Excellent Resource for Developing Improvisation
This guide is invaluable for students transitioning from rote learning to true improvisation. It effectively links scales and chords, offering a clear path out of 'pentatonic ruts.' The comprehensive theory and diverse scale applications are presented logically, making it an ideal teaching tool. The online audio tracks are a huge bonus for practice and real-world application, helping students develop rhythm and harmonic understanding.
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Marcus J.
December 14, 2025
Solid Method for Practical Application
As a working musician, I appreciate resources that cut straight to practical application. This book delivers, covering essential scales and their relationship to chords for intelligent soloing. It's a no-nonsense guide to expanding improvisational vocabulary beyond basic patterns. The accompanying backing tracks are great for quickly applying concepts, making practice efficient and relevant for gigs. A practical manual for immediate skill enhancement.
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Geraldine H.
August 08, 2024
Have been introduced to this
Have been introduced to this before but wanted a book on it to practice the concept w/more depth.
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Kenneth H.
July 25, 2024
Johnson & Parks - Scales Over Chords
Give it ten stars. Puts theory in plain english and provides self learning in an organized manner. There is a lot of information. I have not got to the audio portion just yet. I had learned major and minor scales in all twelve keys but there are more key patterns to learn. It is providing me just what I needed. thanks klh
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MICHAEL R.
June 25, 2024
This book presents what can
This book presents what can be a highly pedantic topic in an easier to understand and interesting manner. I am enjoying the publication greatly.
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