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How do we go from a beginner to intermediate to

advanced jazz player in as little time as possible? Whether you are a beginner and you're just

getting started to jazz or you're somewhere in the middle of the road, how do we get to that next

level? Well, I'm going to go through in this episode exactly what I would do. If I was starting from

square one, right from the very beginning, what would I do to most efficiently, most quickly

become a better jazz musician? No matter what instrument you play, it really doesn't matter.

This could be a huge key for you and your long-term success as a jazz player. So let's dive right into this. I would

encourage you to get out your notes and to really pay attention to this one because this one is

going to be absolutely value-packed. Let's do this thing. Welcome to the LJS podcast, where you

get weekly jazz tips, interviews, stories, and advice for becoming a better jazz musician.

And now your host. He's a jazz musician, author, and entrepreneur, Brent Bartstra.

What's up everybody? Brent here from Learn Jazz Standards. We help musicians just like you learn how to play jazz all about

shortening the learning curve, no matter what instrument you play. Welcome to another episode

of the podcast. So stoked to be here. This is a big one today, one that could have a huge

impact on your jazz playing for years and years to come if you implement what I'm about to tell

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