Talkin' and Playin' "Conception"

Here is a video exploring my approach to George Shearing''s "Conception," which I taught in my advanced jazz improv class at UNT in Fall of 2020. Challenging tune, but very rewarding! 00:00 intro 2:33 Chordal/melodic structure of the tune 5:57 The bridge 6:45 Simplifying harmony 8:55 Common tones 11:06 Tasty morsel from Rosenwinkel 12:03 Mooney improvises with a backing track