| Just to add my 2 cents, improvise as often as you can! Nothing hurts anytime of playing less than infrequent practice. Be it with Jamey or your school jazz band, do it regularly! If you can find a small combo setting, that's even better. One more thing, don't get boggled down in technical jargon! The scales, modes, and chords are all essential, but don't forget why you like to improvise. Be sure to keep some creativity in there, and fun. |