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Scatting

advanced

Improvised vocal jazz using nonsense syllables. Creates rhythmic and melodic phrases without words.

JazzBebopSwing

Notation / Pattern

doo-ba-dee-dah, shoo-bee-doo-wah

Tips

Start with simple patterns. Listen to Ella Fitzgerald and Bobby McFerrin for inspiration.

Ready to practice? Try the timing exercises to apply what you've learned.

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