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Best books to learn Jazz improvisation, in order

Improvisation is a language learned in a set order: scales and chord tones first so you know the notes that fit, then phrasing and rhythm to make lines sing, then the vocabulary of licks and the standards themselves. Transcribe as you read — the books point the way, but soloing over changes comes from ear and repetition.

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