Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
#JazzGuitar #IIVI #JazzImprovisation #GuitarLicks #learnjazzguitar
TABS & Backing Track: 👉 patreon.com/AndyDacoulis
In today’s lesson, you’ll learn 3 essential ii–V–I jazz guitar licks that will help you clearly outline chord changes and sound more authentic when improvising.
The ii–V–I progression is one of the most important building blocks in jazz improvisation, and mastering it is key to developing strong jazz guitar soloing skills. If you’re just starting your jazz journey, this is the perfect place to begin.
These licks are designed to be practical and usable, so you can drop them into almost any jazz standard and immediately sound more connected to the harmony. Each line clearly follows the chords, helping you develop that classic “playing the changes” sound.
In this lesson, you’ll also learn how to approach improvisation in a vertical way:
Targeting the ii chord
Resolving through the V chord
Landing strongly on the I chord
By studying and practicing these licks, you’ll:
Improve your jazz phrasing
Better understand chord-tone soloing
Strengthen your ability to outline chord progressions
Build a solid foundation for jazz guitar improvisation
Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player, these ii–V–I licks will help you sound more confident and musical on the guitar.
TABS: 👉 patreon.com/AndyDacoulis
Check out my Smooth Jazz Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrfVWdKYFEluLUVhkjHa8X1lVA-ZFaCtz
0:39 Playing Example
1:40 Lick 1
4:23 Lick 2
6:15 Lick 3
👉 Check out my Smooth Jazz online lesson pack: 20 Smooth Jazz Licks youtu.be/UiNThR8U0ig
👉 Learn the ESSENTIAL Arpeggios: youtu.be/XUH1LD-yN-8
👉 Check out my Modern R&B Chord Study: youtu.be/jgdk3mstEDw
I am always available for Online Lessons: andydacoulis.com
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#JazzGuitar #IIVI #JazzImprovisation #GuitarLicks #learnjazzguitar
TABS & Backing Track: 👉 patreon.com/AndyDacoulis
In today’s lesson, you’ll learn 3 essential ii–V–I jazz guitar licks that will help you clearly outline chord changes and sound more authentic when improvising.
The ii–V–I progression is one of the most important building blocks in jazz improvisation, and mastering it is key to developing strong jazz guitar soloing skills. If you’re just starting your jazz journey, this is the perfect place to begin.
These licks are designed to be practical and usable, so you can drop them into almost any jazz standard and immediately sound more connected to the harmony. Each line clearly follows the chords, helping you develop that classic “playing the changes” sound.
In this lesson, you’ll also learn how to approach improvisation in a vertical way:
Targeting the ii chord
Resolving through the V chord
Landing strongly on the I chord
By studying and practicing these licks, you’ll:
Improve your jazz phrasing
Better understand chord-tone soloing
Strengthen your ability to outline chord progressions
Build a solid foundation for jazz guitar improvisation
Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player, these ii–V–I licks will help you sound more confident and musical on the guitar.
TABS: 👉 patreon.com/AndyDacoulis
Check out my Smooth Jazz Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrfVWdKYFEluLUVhkjHa8X1lVA-ZFaCtz
0:39 Playing Example
1:40 Lick 1
4:23 Lick 2
6:15 Lick 3
👉 Check out my Smooth Jazz online lesson pack: 20 Smooth Jazz Licks youtu.be/UiNThR8U0ig
👉 Learn the ESSENTIAL Arpeggios: youtu.be/XUH1LD-yN-8
👉 Check out my Modern R&B Chord Study: youtu.be/jgdk3mstEDw
I am always available for Online Lessons: andydacoulis.com
WATCH NEXT:
✅ Neo-Soul Guitar: youtu.be/3srVffl2pf4
✅ Smooth Jazz Guitar Licks Part 1: youtu.be/pAMq8W7hYR0
✅ Layering Soulful R&B Guitar: youtu.be/EUkPbcXkS_E
✅ Need Licks? Here They Are: youtu.be/fMSTESFfTDo
✅ Learn These Jazz Lines: youtu.be/j6taV4RvHeA
//You Might Also Like:
🎸 Giant Smooth Jazz Licks: youtu.be/uV4IauezY7w
🎸 Jazz Guitar Basics: youtu.be/zr0HL-vS2y4
🎸 Freshen Up Your Chord Voicings: youtu.be/x2xuK0jHKDo
🎸 Three GREAT R&B Rhythm Guitar Ideas: youtu.be/wPO_3Dl5Ot8
🎸 Learn the Fine Art of Modern R&B Chords: youtu.be/jgdk3mstEDw
👉 Subscribe to my channel here:
youtube.com/c/AndyDacoulis?sub_confirmation=1
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