Rhythm changes is one of the most popular jazz chord progressions.

The term rhythm changes refers to a generic set of chord changes based on George Gershwin’s composition I Got Rhythm.

Countless jazz standards are based on this form which are known as rhythm Changes.

Rhythm changes form the basis of tunes such as Anthropology, The Flintstones Theme and Lester Leaps In to name just a few.

This guide aims to help you:

➢ Give you methodical approaches for improvisation

➢ Enable you to comp using different techniques

➢ Use and hear advanced scales and concepts

➢ Teach you how to use Rhythm Changes on other tunes

By studying this guide, you’ll begin to feel confident with what can seem like a daunting set of changes.

Rhythm Changes is an intermediate / advanced study.

So, if you are new to jazz then you might want to learn a few easier tunes before tackling rhythm changes.