Beginner Guitar Practice: Jazz Standard Scales & Chords

As a beginner guitarist exploring jazz, practicing scales and chords is crucial for mastering the genre’s rich sound. In this session, I focus on a popular jazz standard to work on essential guitar techniques. Learning to play smooth transitions between scales and chords not only improves dexterity but also enhances your understanding of jazz harmony.

Jazz standards often rely on more complex chord progressions, but starting with the basics helps you gain confidence. In this post, I share my practice routine, tips for improving chord and scale transitions, and insights into how these exercises can benefit beginners interested in jazz guitar.