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What I Learned From Wes Montgomery (Ep. 73)

What I Learned From Wes Montgomery (Ep. 73)

Update: 2025-05-23

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In this episode, I share three key lessons I learned from transcribing Wes Montgomery: using riffs to build intensity, phrasing with clear rests, and blending blues with bebop ideas. These insights helped me see solos from a bigger-picture perspective. I encourage you to transcribe just a few bars to discover the same depth.

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What I Learned From Wes Montgomery (Ep. 73)

What I Learned From Wes Montgomery (Ep. 73)

Marc-Andre Seguin