| The bebop scale is frequently used in jazz improvisation and is derived from the modes of the major scale. There are three types of frequently used bebop scales: the bebop dominant scale, the bebop Dorian scale, and the bebop major scale. Each of these scales has an extra chromatic passing tone. Bebop dominant scale The bebop dominant scale is derived from the Mixolydian mode and has a chromatic passing tone between the 7th and the root. This scale is often used over dominant 7th chords. Bebop Dorian scale The bebop dorian scale is derived from the Dorian mode and has a chromatic passing tone between the 3rd and 4th notes. This scale is often used over minor 7th chords. Bebop major scale The bebop major scale is derived from the Ionian mode and has a chromatic passing tone between the 5th and 6th notes. This scale is often used over major 7th chords. The Bebop Dorian scale is a mode of the Bebop Dominant scale. These Scales are listed in David N. Baker's books on Bebop. Bebop melodic minor scale The bebop melodic minor scale is derived from the ascending form of the melodic minor scale and has a chromatic passing tone between the 5th and 6th notes. This scale is often used over minor 6 chords. |
| World renowned jazz bebop sax master, Greg Abate gives a solo performance of 'Round Midnight' on the alto sax. "Bebop High" is a loving tribute to all of the great jazz musicians who pioneered bebop. Marilyn Harris sings with the L. A. Jazz All-Stars Big Band. Words and Music by Marilyn Harris and Mark Winkler. Tenor Sax solo by Pete Christlieb, Alto Sax solo by Dan Higgins. |
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