Category Archives: II-V-I

Advanced, Alterations, Chords, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Scales, Technique

Chris Potter & Michael Brecker’s Secret to Playing Inside/Outside

Want to sound like Brecker or Potter? This lesson reveals the secret: two scale systems, one powerful sound. Learn how to shift functions, connect patterns, and master inside/outside phrasing. Full examples and PDF on Patreon to follow along.

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  • Know Where to Put It – Practice with function, not just notes
  • Pair the Scales – Inside and tritone dominant unlock the modern jazz sound
  • Link the Keys – Use shared patterns to connect inside and outside

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Their Chromatic Sound
00:44 Simple Pattern + Scale Pairs
02:00 Understand The Function
03:12 Tension and Release
04:14 Move With Flexibility
05:05 Extended Patterns
06:24 Working Out Phrases
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Advanced, Alterations, Chords, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Standards, Technique

Why Arpeggios Are the Most Powerful Jazz Phrase (Here’s How)

Discover five powerful arpeggio techniques inspired by jazz greats Mark Turner, Sonny Rollins, and Joe Henderson. This lesson shows you how to train, flip, and apply arpeggios musically—through standards, modal motion, and modern wide-interval shapes.

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  • Master the Basics – Build strong technical arpeggio control and flexibility.
  • Apply to Tunes – Drop arpeggios into standards and real progressions.
  • Stretch the Sound – Use modal motion and wide shapes like the pros.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:

+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Why Arpeggios Are the Most Powerful Jazz Phrase (Here’s How)
01:26 Sonny Rollins On Arpeggios
03:33 Dropping Arpeggios Into Real Music
05:01 Joe Henderson’s Modal Approach
06:51 Super Structure Arpeggios With Mark Turner
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Advanced, Alterations, Coltrane, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Pentatonic scales, Scales, Technique

The Genius of Coltrane’s 4-Note Pattern (1-2-3-5)

Learn how Coltrane’s genius 1–2–3–5 four-note cell can transform your jazz solos. This lesson breaks down how to reshape, flip, and apply the pattern across keys and chords — inside, outside, and everything in between.

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  • What Is the Coltrane Cell? – Understand the power of 1–2–3–5.
  • Flip It. Twist It. Own It – Learn to reshape the pattern creatively.
  • Sound Like Coltrane, Sound Like You – Apply the pattern in your own voice.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:

+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 The Genius Of Coltrane 1235 Pattern
00:58 Defining the 1235 pattern
02:22 The Coltrane Cell In II-V-I Licks
03:58 Add More Possibilities
05:56 How To Play It Melodically
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Beginner, II-V-I, Intermediate, Learning methods/inspiration, Patreon Tier 5, Scales, Technique

3 Jazz Exercises That Would’ve Saved Me Years

These three jazz exercises completely transformed my playing. Learn how to connect scales to harmony, use 3rds musically, and build fluency across keys. This will boost your phrasing, flexibility, and confidence—no matter your level. Start saving years today.

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  • Scales That Actually Sound Like Solos – Stop running scales, start building music.
  • Why 3rds Build Flexibility & Real Phrases – Not robotic—these reshape your lines.
  • Practice In Keys That Match Real Tunes – Learn the smart way, not the hard way.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial

00:00 3 Jazz Exercises That Would’ve Saved Me Years
00:42 Scales – But Not Just Up And Down
02:32 Practice Scales Like You Play A Solo
03:30 2nd Exercise – Flexibility and Maneuverability
05:19 No 3 – Fluency
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Use Scales Like Coltrane (It is GENIUS!) https://youtu.be/8qc1oVJPwXA
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https://sorenballegaard.dk/product/set-smart-goals-in-2025-and-learn-jazz-faster/

Lesson Manuals – Check This Link
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Beginner, Diatonic approach, II-V-I, Intermediate, Learning methods/inspiration, Patreon Tier 5, Standards, Timing

Why Pro Jazz Solos Sound So Smooth (And Why You Don’t – Yet!)

Discover how to transform your jazz solos with long, connected lines that flow effortlessly over chord progressions. Learn techniques from Stan Getz, master guide tones, target notes, and forward motion, and develop a seamless, melodic improvisation style.

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  •  Why Do Jazz Lines Sound So Complicated? – Breaking down what makes long jazz lines challenging.
  • The Secret to Playing Over the Barline – Connecting chords smoothly using rhythm and melodic phrasing.
  •  Guide Tones & Forward Motion – Mastering target notes to keep your lines flowing naturally.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:

+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Why Your Jazz Lines Sound Choppy (And How to Fix It)
00:42 Smooth Stan Getz
02:26 Best Scale Hack Ever
03:30 Connecting The Bars
05:52 Make Longer Phrases – Make It Flow
07:03 Smooth Connecting Longer Phrases
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https://sorenballegaard.dk/product/set-smart-goals-in-2025-and-learn-jazz-faster/

Lesson Manuals – Check This Link
https://sorenballegaard.dk/saxophonetopics/
Solo Manuals Check them here
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Rigotti reeds webshop
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Advanced, Beginner, Chords, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Scales, Technique

Chris Potter Explains Jazz Practice in 2 Minutes

Discover how to transform exercises into real jazz vocabulary using Chris Potter’s approach. Learn to apply patterns, arpeggios, and rhythms over Autumn Leaves, turning theory into music. Get structured practice insights and expand your improvisational toolbox.

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  • The Key to Meaningful Practice – Exercises are useless without knowing where they belong.
  • Transforming Arpeggios into Music – Apply jazz exercises musically over Autumn Leaves.
  • Beyond Drills: Creating Jazz Language – Alter patterns with rhythm, structure, and phrasing

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Why Practice Is Meaningless Without This
00:50 Why We Practice
01:40 How To Add Purpose
03:06 Chris Potters Practice Approach
04:16 Play Solos
05:49 Add More Ideas
06:50 Do you like my videos – support me on Patreon
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Chords, Coltrane, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Scales, Technique, Timing

Best Method for Real Jazz Vocabulary – Unlocks Unlimited Phrases

This lesson explores how Hank Mobley and Charlie Parker transform the same phrases into fresh, exciting lines. Learn arpeggios, target notes, and time shifts to unlock infinite variations. Full lesson manual available on Patreon!

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  • Same Lines, Different Feel – Hank Mobley repeats phrases but sounds fresh.
  • Transforming Phrases Like Parker – Change key, rhythm, and placement.
  • Creative Tools for Improvisation – Use arpeggios, target notes, and time shifts.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Everybody Plays Autumn Leaves – You Should Too
01:20 Learn The Melody
02:15 Find The Key Of The Tune
03:38 The Chords by Heart
04:24 Improvise using Chord Tones
05:55 Guide Tone Lines
07:27 Do you like my videos – support me on Patreon
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How To Solo Over Autumn Leaves in 3 Steps (Jazz Beginner)
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Rigotti reeds webshop
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Advanced, Alterations, Coltrane, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Pentatonic scales, Standards, Technique

Pentatonic Shifting – The Most Powerful Pentatonic Skill

Master pentatonics like Brecker and Berg! Explore their iconic phrasing, pentatonic shifts, and modern sounds over standards like Autumn Leaves. Learn scale applications, harmonic fits, and melodic tools. Download the lesson manual on Patreon today!

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  • Master the Melody: Learn by ear from simple versions.
  • Understand the Harmony: Grasp chords, key, and exceptions effortlessly.
  • Start Improvising: Use chord tones, lines, and rhythm creatively.

50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:

+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Pentatonic Scale Sound Explained
01:24 What Pentatonic Scale Fit What Chord?
03:00 Pentatonic Shifting
05:06 The Dominant Issue
05:30 The Power Of Pentatonic Scales
07:39 The Right Pentatonic Choice
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Coltrane Pentatonic Scales – How To Practice And Apply
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https://www.patreon.com/posts/97223424
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Solo Manuals Check them here
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Rigotti reeds webshop
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

Advanced, Alterations, Chords, Diatonic approach, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Technique, Timing

How To Resolve Any Jazz Dominant Line Like a Pro – Instantly!

Struggling with dominants? In this video, I’ll show you how to fix your dominants forever with pro-level techniques. Unlock flexibility, resolve to any tone, and transform your playing. Master dominants like never before—quick, simple, and effective. Let’s dive in today!

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50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
– Working from short to long resolving dominant lines, moving from diatonic to altered playing.
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Resolve Any Jazz Dominant
00:38 Flexible Resolve
02:50 Chromatic Approach Notes
04:12 Substitute Chords
05:10 Resolving Outside Sounds
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Chris Potter – Pat Metheny: How to Play What You Hear in Your Head
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https://www.patreon.com/posts/110629494
https://sorenballegaard.dk/product/chris-potter-pat-metheny-how-to-play-what-you-hear-in-your-head/

Lesson Manuals – Check This Link
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Solo Manuals Check them here
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Rigotti reeds webshop
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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona

16th notes, Advanced, Beginner, II-V-I, Intermediate, Patreon Tier 5, Scales, Technique, Timing

Why Every Michael Brecker Solo Sounds Epic

Discover The Power Of Real Timing! Michael Brecker’s practice techniques reveal that true rhythm lies in your fingers. By focusing on finger coordination, you can strengthen timing, refine phrasing, and gain total control over every phrase you play. Try it: explore Brecker’s method for rhythmic precision, and elevate your playing to a whole new level.

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50+ PAGES LESSON TRANSCRIPTION CONTENT:
– Technical exercises added into licks in lines – all to be played with and without articulation and only using your fingers
+ all lesson examples are transposed to the Tenor, Alto and Concert keys and bass clef 
+ all released lesson manual material are available in all 12 keys

In this tutorial
00:00 Discover The Power Of Real Timing
00:53 Your Fingers Are The Problem
02:11 Listen To The Timing Of Your Fingers
03:03 Strong Fingers
04:46 Big Jumps
06:47 Multiple Key Changes
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The Jazz Lick Method That Is 100x Better Than Yours
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https://www.patreon.com/posts/113341734
https://sorenballegaard.dk/product/the-jazz-lick-method-that-is-100x-better-than-yours/

Free Scale Practice PDF – sign up for my newsletter: https://bit.ly/subscribetomynewslettersorenballegaardsaxophonelessons

Video links:
Chris Potter – Pat Metheny: How to Play What You Hear in Your Head
https://youtu.be/Ob7jwg4-fqc
https://www.patreon.com/posts/110629494
https://sorenballegaard.dk/product/chris-potter-pat-metheny-how-to-play-what-you-hear-in-your-head/

Lesson Manuals – Check This Link
https://sorenballegaard.dk/saxophonetopics/
Solo Manuals Check them here
https://sorenballegaard.dk/saxophonetopics/patreon-tier-20-access/

Rigotti reeds webshop
http://www.reedsonline.fr/boutique_reedsonline/en/accueil-gb/

Subscribe for more free saxophone videos and lessons: https://www.youtube.com/c/SørenBallegaard

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My setup:
Tenor saxophone: Selmer MKVI 82xxx
mouthpiece is an old Otto Link Babbit – refaced from opening 6 to opening 8/8,5
Alto – The Martin Alto
Soprano – Yanagisawa Elimona