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!