250808-Catch Up Coaching- Aug 08, 2025-11-am-HHA-2025

Today for Catch-Up Coaching.
The group explored various music theory concepts and chord substitutions, with a focus on alternate dominant chords – sus chords, 9 chords, and blues tuning techniques. Sally demonstrated different chord modifications and blues progressions while explaining how musicians can use substitution and false cadences to create tension and resolution in their music. The session concluded with discussions about finding sheet music for blues pieces, reviewing harp exercises and techniques, and providing guidance on blues and Bossa nova practice for different students.

250807-Office Hour- Aug 07, 2025-7-pm-HHA-2025

250807-Office Hour- Aug 07, 2025-7-pm-HHA-2025

Today’s Office Hour
=>Snippet New Blues
The group discussed music theory and blues harmonic playing, where DHC demonstrated various techniques and shared personal experiences about expanding musical comfort zones. The conversation ended with discussions about musical games and improvisation techniques, including the use of chord variations and the importance of proper documentation for learning materials.
Questions from Helen => Midyne => Hyldi