"Good improvisation communicates harmonic progression melodically. Effective melodies manipulate harmonic content through the use of guide tones and preparatory gravity notes, masterfully woven in systematic tension, release, and transparent harmonic definition."
Here's a little Pop/Folk Music fun from the progressive acoustic music of Chris Thile and band. Recorded November, 2012, The Punch Brothers cover The Cars' 1978 hit "Just What I Needed."
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