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Hi, guys.

My name's Pete Hakenen.

I'm a classically trained trumpet player, beginner improviser,

and brand new to the inner circle.

So I'm still exploring all the wonderful content that you guys have.

My question involves how and what to practice out of the materials

in order to create a better soul. Specifically, I've been working a lot on chord tones,

starting them from different positions, such as the third and the seventh. I know my major

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