{"product_id":"serious-jazz-practice-book-volume-2-the-harmonic-approach","title":"Serious Jazz Practice Book Volume 2: The Harmonic Approach","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Serious Jazz Book II: The Harmonic Approach\u003c\/em\u003e, Barry Finnerty takes the next logical step beyond scale practice and dives directly into the heart of jazz improvisation: \u003cstrong\u003emelodic mastery of harmony itself\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicking up where \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book: For All Instruments (Volume 1)\" href=\"\/products\/serious-jazz-practice-book-for-all-instruments-volume-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Serious Jazz Practice Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e left off, this second volume focuses on understanding individual chords, how they function, how they connect, and how they unfold across real song forms. The goal is simple but profound: to help you move from playing patterns over changes to truly \u003cem\u003ecommanding\u003c\/em\u003e the harmony from the inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recording artist with Miles Davis, the Brecker Brothers, and the Crusaders, Finnerty draws from decades of high-level experience to present a systematic, musical approach to harmonic fluency that applies to all jazz soloists — not just guitarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey sections include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat a “C” Can Be\u003c\/strong\u003e — An exploration of the many harmonic functions a single note can serve, and how to think melodically within shifting harmonic contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMastering the Changes\u003c\/strong\u003e — A deep dive into chord extensions, alterations, and common progression variations, building true melodic control over the full harmonic spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying on Tunes – The Harmonic Approach\u003c\/strong\u003e — Practical application of the book’s concepts within real song forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarmonic Vocabulary\u003c\/strong\u003e — A wealth of melodic examples built from the chords and progressions studied throughout the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than offering shortcuts or isolated licks, this volume develops a durable, flexible harmonic mindset — the kind that allows you to navigate standards, modern progressions, and complex forms with confidence and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiral-bound, 200 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_2_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781837835\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book 2 - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_2_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781837835\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book 2 - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_2_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781837836\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book 2 - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSection 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/sample_pages\/1883217555-5.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_2_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781837835\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book 2 - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColtrane's Changes: Giant Steps and Countdown\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_2_-_Sample_Pages_4.pdf?v=1781837835\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Serious Jazz Practice Book 2 - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDom13#9 chords (circle of 4ths)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“An extremely thorough book. The exercises are concise, challenging and very much worth the effort. Highly recommended.”\u003cbr\u003e— Jamey Aebersold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“A unique approach. Original and provocative.”\u003cbr\u003e— Mark Levine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Barry's unique artistry was evident during the years he spent in my group. This book is a testimony to his prowess.”\u003cbr\u003e— Hubert Laws\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“A profound effort to share and communicate the ideas Barry has been developing through his lifetime in music. Bravo!”\u003cbr\u003e— Joe Lovano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarry Finnerty began studying classical piano at age five before switching to guitar at thirteen. After professional work in Hong Kong and San Francisco, he attended Berklee School of Music and moved to New York City in 1973. He has collaborated with legendary artists including Miles Davis and the Brecker Brothers, released six solo albums, toured internationally, and authored the acclaimed “Serious Jazz” books published by Sher Music\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44168164638911,"sku":"170","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44168164671679,"sku":"e170","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Serious_Jazz_Practice_Book_Volume_2_The_Harmonic_Approach.jpg?v=1745479786","url":"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/products\/serious-jazz-practice-book-volume-2-the-harmonic-approach","provider":"Sher Music Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}