EXAMPLE 2
the 2 and 5 chords , respectively in the key of F major . For that reason , we will use notes from the G Dorian scale ( G , A , Bb , C , D E , F ) over the G minor 7 chord and the C Mixolydian scale ( C , D , E , F , G , A , Bb ) over the C 7 chord .
EXAMPLE 2a
Now we will add fills and transitions following this harmonic “ map ” in EXAMPLE 2a-2c .
The final step is to add your own transitions and fills over these example lines . After that I strongly encourage you to start putting together your own simple progressions and compose new basslines to play over them .
EXAMPLE 2b
If you are not yet familiar enough with different scales and chords to create exercises of your own , it ’ s completely ok ! Use these examples and exercises as a source of ideas to explore using the specific scale solutions that have been presented to you in this article . There is a lot of experience that can be gained from just working with minor and major chords . After all , they make up the majority of chords that we experience regularly in the songs that we play . Until next time , have fun !
EXAMPLE 2c
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