6 Tips On Playing These Jazz Chords
1. In general, these chords are played with only the 3rd and the 7th in the left hand.
2. The right usually plays 1-2 tensions or extensions of the chord. (If you need more info on this check out this jazz extension lesson)
3. The only chord that I don’t follow this “rule of thumb” on is the Amin7(b5) chord. I actually play a root in this chord. I play an A diminished triad in my left hand and the minor 7th and natural 9 in my right hand. Bill Evans use this chord voicing quite often.
4. As I mentioned earlier I’m using the Charleston Rhythm in the recording. You’ll want to learn this rhythm. Additionally, I highly recommend you at your own rhythms to the chords. I kept them simple here for the sake of demonstration :)
5. Even though I’ve demonstrated these chords using Autumn Leaves it would be a good idea to start applying these chords to other jazz tunes. (If you need some fake book recommendations then check out this fake book review.
6. For a much more in depth and advanced study of these rootless chords I recommend you watch this rootless 2 handed jazz chords lesson. I teach alot more interesting rhythms, chord substitutions, and all kinds of other cool stuff.