Playing the Music Within You

The Music You Really Want to Play Is Already Inside You.

This video is a call for you to connect deeply with the music you hear in your head—through singing, transcription, and imitation—so that your instrument becomes an extension of your imagination. Rather than relying on scales and patterns, the goal here is to play music that's authentically you.

Sing First Then Play What Happens When You Stop Reading and Start Singing? Discover the fastest way to unlock the music already in your head—no scales required.

Record and Transcribe Your Voice The Most Personal Transcription You've Never Tried—Forget the jazz legends for a second. What happens when you transcribe yourself?

Practice over new and different tracks. Think You Know That Tune? These unexpected tracks will stretch your ears and shake up your comfort zone—in a good way.

Don't Fall Into Instrument Routines Are You Playing Your Horn—Or Is It Playing You? Find out how to flip the script and let your musicianship take the lead.

Find the Courage to Be Yourself One of Jazz's Greats Said This About Bravery… It just might inspire you to play more like you.

This can be more than an exercise for you—it could be a breakthrough. By singing what you hear and playing what you sing, you move beyond imitation and begin playing the truest version of yourself.

Jazz Patterns for Ear - PDF Downloads

Download PDF Resources For Any Instrument

Bass Clef Edition

Ear-training patterns specifically written for bass clef instruments like trombone, cello, and bass.

Format: PDF | Size: ~1.2MB

C Edition

Ear-training patterns specifically written in C for instruments like piano, guitar, flute, and violin.

Format: PDF | Size: ~1.2MB

Bb Edition

Ear-training patterns specifically written for Bb instruments like trumpet, clarinet, and tenor saxophone. .

Format: PDF | Size: ~1.2MB

Eb Edition

Ear-training patterns specifically written for Eb instruments like alto saxophone and baritone saxophone.

Format: PDF | Size: ~1.2MB

Playing the Music Within You - Rhythm Tracks

Rhythm Tracks for Training Your Ear

Major Sevenths

This is a smooth jazz track consisting of a series of nice major sevenths. How quickly can you hear and adjust to the changes?

Style: Jazz | Focus: Major 7th Harmony | Level: Beginner-Intermediate

I-VI-II-V Progression

One of the most common chord progression in music. Connect ideas and develop melodic continuity over this classic I-VI-II-V sequence.

Style: Jazz | Focus: Chord Progression | Level: Intermediate

II-V-I Progression

The II-V-I progression is the backbone of jazz harmony. Create smooth, flowing lines over this fundamental chord sequence.

Style: Jazz | Focus: II-V-I Resolution | Level: All Levels

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