The Application of Triadic Superimposition in Jazz Improvisation: Major Triad

Abstract

Composers and improviser shave nowadays appliedtriadic superimposition, the major triad approach, to enhance new extensions and create interesting melodic lines while improvising. When applying this technique, the melody would sometimes sound like slipping out of traditional harmony or what isso-called "outside soloing."In regard to this approach,various chord types superimposed andtriads used to superimpose are considered essential. This can be categorizedas superimposition of major triads over major seventh chord,superimposition of major triadsover minor seventh chord, superimposition of major triadsover dominant seventh chord andsuperimposition of major triadsover half diminished and diminished chord. In addition, rhythmand musical phrases, especially 2-bar phrases and 4-bar phrases,are to be considered in order to make your improvisation more interesting to the audience.