CMP# 291 The Dorian Mode: Chord Vamp

Define the tonality: Dorian, second mode of the major scale. Most Popular, widely used mode. 

               Implied Chord Structure (triad, 6th, 7th , 9th ,11th ,and 13th ), Lowered 6th degree. “So What” Miles Davis.  

               Variations in playing: rest/play, Odd combinations: Rest for 3 measures and start on off/on beats.              

1.      Create a chord Progression: One chord quality, different flavors!
2.     Walking bass line, Play rest, and other oddities
3.    Practice elements: space ( rest/play )
4.    USE THE 13th…LUKE!