Master the Major 251 progression in all 12 keys for alto saxophone through guided jazz exercises and practice lessons.

Lynden Blades - Major 251 (II-V-I) course for alto saxophone
Lynden Blades - Major 251 (II-V-I) course for alto saxophone

If the ii-V-I (251) progression has ever felt elusive, this course will make it crystal clear.

Across 12 focused videos, we break down the ii-V-I step by step, teaching you not only how to recognise it in real music but how to confidently improvise with it. Each lesson includes backing tracks, PDFs, and practical exercises.

I’ll show you superb exercises that not only elevate your understanding but can be easily adapted into beautiful solos, as demonstrated.

We also delve into guide tones - your shortcut to elegant improvisation. You get a series of beautiful 251 licks that can be transposed into any key that give you language.

Each video stands alone, so you can focus on any key or follow the full journey. By the end, you’ll not only understand the ii-V-I - you’ll be playing it with confidence and style.

Course Content

Major 251 Course Overview – Alto Sax
Major 251 in C – Alto Sax
Major 251 in F – Alto Sax
Major 251 in Bb – Alto Sax
Major 251 in Eb – Alto Sax
Major 251 in Ab – Alto Sax
Major 251 in Db – Alto Sax
Major 251 in F# – Alto Sax
Major 251 in B – Alto Sax
Major 251 in E – Alto Sax
Major 251 in A – Alto Sax
Major 251 in D – Alto Sax
Major 251 in G – Alto Sax