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Ben Morss earned a BA in Computer Science from Harvard and a PhD in Music at UC Davis, which he immediately squandered by playing with bands like Cake, Wheatus, and Onward Chariots. An alumnus of the BMI Musical Theater Workshop, Ben co-wrote two musicals based on Angelina Ballerina, and he’s currently working on a musical/opera that’s not really about Steve Jobs.

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A Pop Songwriter’s Introduction to Jazz Chords

Songwriters and producers, ready to get jazzy? Here’s an introductory guide to building and using jazz chords in pop music!
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How to Use a Jazz Turnaround in Your Pop or Folk Song

Borrowing a nifty couple of chord changes from the jazz world can really elevate your songwriting, no matter the genre or style.
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Tag: jazz turnaround

A Pop Songwriter’s Introduction to Jazz Chords

How to Use a Jazz Turnaround in Your Pop or Folk Song