Modes confuse a lot of jazz pianists — not because they’re complicated, but because they’re usually taught without any real musical context.
If you want a clear, structured path for what to practice and how concepts like modes actually fit into real playing, you can learn more here:
https://jazzpianoschool.com/pjp
I still get asked all the time, “How do I use modes to improvise, and why are they important?”
In this episode, I break down how modes actually function in jazz improvisation and why understanding when and why to use them matters more than memorizing scales.
My goal with this one is clarity — so modes finally make musical sense. Enjoy!
This episode includes practice materials to go along with the discussion.
Download the materials for Episode 94 here:
https://jazzpianoschool.com/podcast 94
