Improv with Andalusian Cadence
Introduction
This chord progression draws from the Flamenco style, using a chord progression known as the “Andalusian cadence”. The chords are “Imin, ♭VII, ♭VI, V”.
The Chord Progression
Materials to Use
This track is suited to the A minor scale, but the A harmonic minor scale also tends to play a role during the E7 chord.
A Minor
A Harmonic Minor
Backing Track
Play the A minor scale for the majority of the progression, switching to A harmonic minor for the last chord.
Exercises
- Play the chords Amin, G7, F, and E7 along with the track.
- Play the A minor scale along with the track, in time.
- Play the A harmonic minor scale along with the track, in time.
- Practice switching between A minor and A harmonic minor.
- Develop 2-3 short melodies using the scales. Each melody should consist of 5-10 notes. Play the melodies with the track.
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