The science of jazz improvisation

Plus other interesting links from the overlap of science and culture

As a classically trained musician I can read music, but improvisation has always been a bit of a mystery to me. I understand the basics of it: depending on the style you’re playing, you can start by memorizing some patterns or “licks” that are commonly used in that style and key. But surely the pros do more than that, right?

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