What if the key to mastering tonal jazz harmony… was hidden in the music of Johann Sebastian Bach?
In this online masterclass, you’ll discover how Bach’s voice leading principles can completely transform the way you hear, play, and improvise over jazz harmony—especially the essential II-V-I progression.
Before April 20th
Purchase the class (with replay and PDF) in English at 12pm (New York time):
Purchase for the class (with replay and PDF) in French at 16h00 (Paris time):
Most musicians learn chords.
Some learn scales.
But very few truly understand how chords connect.
That’s where voice leading comes in.
It’s the missing link between:
• sounding mechanical
• and sounding musical, fluid, and professional
If your improvisation feels disconnected…
If your lines don’t “flow” through changes…
This class will change that.
How to create smooth, logical movement between chords
The simple rule Bach used that still governs jazz harmony today
How Bach’s preludes secretly outline II-V-I progressions
Why his system is the most practical practice method for jazz musicians
See exactly how:
Dm7 → G7 → Cmaj7 really works
Understand why great players sound effortless over changes
Arpeggios that actually connect across chords
How to practice without wasting time
A clear step-by-step routine you can apply in all 12 keys
Stop getting stuck in root position
Unlock the fretboard/keyboard/horn with true flexibility
We will apply these concepts to real tunes like:
“All The Things You Are”
“Stella by Starlight”
This is not theory for the sake of theory.
This is:
You’ll hear the difference in your playing—fast.
Because instead of memorizing more scales, you’ll understand:
👉 how harmony actually moves
✔ A clear mental model of voice leading
✔ A powerful way to practice II-V-I progressions
✔ Tools you can apply to any jazz standard
✔ A deeper connection between harmony and melody
Since 2013, JVL have helped thousands of musicians around the world to improve with confidence, swing and creativity.
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Spots are limited so don’t procrastinate and save your seat now!
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We will send you the link to join the class on May 9th.
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Whether you couldn’t attend live or you want to watch it again, the replay is available with the workbook for one year.
Stop guessing your way through chord changes.
Start hearing and controlling them.
The even will be recorded and you will have access to the replay and PDFs for one year.
Yes you will receive the workbook with exercises to start practicing right away!
You should understand how chords are constructed, be somewhat familiar with the II V I progression and be able to play your instrument.
Get the clarity and transformation you want.
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