Description
Discover the hidden chord substitutions in Autumn Leaves that separate professional jazz musicians from beginners. Most fake books don't show you these "short II-V" changes that the jazz masters actually use when they play this standard.
In this lesson, I'll show you exactly how to insert mini II-V progressions into bars 3 and 4 of Autumn Leaves, transforming the static I and IV chords into flowing, professional-sounding jazz lines. You'll learn the substitutions, hear them in context, and get a complete breakdown of how to apply them to your bass playing.
📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Functional Harmonic Concepts: https://www.joehubbardbass.com/functional-harmonic-concepts/
72 Essential II V I Lines: https://www.joehubbardbass.com/72-essential-ii-v-i-lines/
The II V I Encyclopedia Course: https://www.joehubbardbass.com/joe-hubbard-bass-advanced-course/
Whether you're just learning jazz standards or looking to take your playing to the next level, understanding these substitution changes will make you sound more authentic and professional at any jam session or gig.
Practice smart, work hard, and play creatively!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
01:20 The Importance of Autumn Leaves
01:38 Short II V Substitution
02:08 The Basic Chords
02:40 Where the Magic Happens
03:19 How the Substitution Works Harmonically
07:32 Autumn Leaves Improvisation with Substitution Changes
08:39 Solo Breakdown on Substitution Changes
12:09 Learning Jazz Standards
13:00 A Gift in Parting
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