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

If you've ever looked at a jazz chord chart and wondered what to play over a minor ii-V-I (251) progression, this course is for you.

Minor ii-V-I progressions appear in countless jazz standards, and once you learn to recognise them, you'll hear them everywhere. In this course I'll show you exactly how to identify these progressions quickly and, more importantly, how to improvise over them with confidence.

As always, everything is explained in the simple, practical way that Sax Made Simple is known for. We'll start with straightforward approaches before moving on to more advanced ideas, so whether you're new to jazz improvisation or looking to expand your vocabulary, you'll have a clear path to follow.

Inside the course you'll learn:

• How to instantly recognise minor ii-V-I progressions in any key.
• The easiest way to navigate them using the harmonic minor scale.
• How and when to use the beautiful Locrian mode.
• How to understand and play the altered scale without the confusion.
• Practical improvisation ideas that sound musical from day one.
• How to build authentic jazz vocabulary using transposable licks.

What's included?

• 12 step-by-step video lessons – one in every key.
• 12 professionally recorded backing tracks.
• 12 minor ii-V-I jazz licks to learn and transpose.
• Downloadable PDFs with all scales, licks and examples written in both manuscript and letter names.
• A complete reference sheet showing every minor ii-V-I progression in all 12 keys.

Throughout the course you'll be encouraged to learn phrases by ear before transposing them into other keys – one of the fastest ways to develop real improvisation skills and build a vocabulary you can use in any jazz setting.

By the end of the course, harmonic minor, Locrian and altered scales will no longer feel mysterious. You'll recognise minor ii-V-I progressions instantly, understand the theory behind them, and, most importantly, know exactly what to play when they appear.

Make those beautiful minor ii-V-I progressions your playground and start improvising with confidence.