How do we bridge the gap between theory and the music we love? This book aims to establish as close a relationship as possible between theory, the ear and our instrument. 'Jazz Theory - Think Listen Play' is a comprehensive approach to improvisation, translating knowledge into sound, developing out musical imagination and finding our 'inner voice', which then guides us on our instrument. It will be a rewarding journey for any aspiring musician, music teacher and Jazz player. Always remember - there is no truth in theory, only in music. Enjoy! TABLE OF CONTENTS Why yet another Harmony Book? Think: First Steps Tonality Chord Symbol Notation Modality The Lead Sheet Diatonic Harmony in Major Keys The Major/Minor System The II-V-I Progression Scales, Chord Tones and Tensions Secondary Dominants Scales for Secondary Dominants Tritone Substitution Extended Dominants The Chromatic Dominant System Secondary and Substitute II-Vs Dimished Seventh Chords Modal Harmony Modal Interchange The Blues The Turnaround Guide Tone Lines Chromaticism Form The Motive Harmonic and Melodic Rhythm Melodic Contour and Climax "Saving All My Love for You" Form and Improvisation Analysis "All Of Me" "Round Midnight" "Nardis" Rhythm Changes Modulation "All The Things You Are" "Stella By Starlight" "Mornin" "Maiden Voyage" Listen: Ear Training-a Musician's Nightmare The Inner Voice If you Wanna Hear It, You Gotta Feel It! Transcription Play: Improvisation Play-Alongs Guide Tone Lines Again Licks and Tricks Playing the Form Postlude Appendix