# Jazz Licks 1000

> Learn jazz improvisation and theory with 1000 licks and integrated harmony explanations. (iPhone/iPad app by Jaehoon Choi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazz-licks-1000/id1206233493 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jaehoon Choi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1206233492)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: $8.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 560 MB
- Languages: American English, Korean
- Released: 2017-02-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazz-licks-1000/id1206233493/reviews.md

## What is Jazz Licks 1000?

While listening to and playing ‘1000 Jazz Licks’,
 you can practice on improvisation ideas, theory of harmony, sight reading and music dictation at the same time.

▶ Can play all the recorded music from 1 to 1000. 
        (Composed of one playing music + one accompaniment music)

▶ Explanation on Theory of Harmony is connected with corresponding Jazz Lick.
       
▶ Apart from the explanation on theory of harmony, includes advices related to ideas on improvisation and solo.
  
▶ It is helpful for those who wish to learn Jazz in depth from foundation level to deeper level.

===============   Contents   =============== 

Chapter   1.   Two - Five - One Change   [Licks 1~75]

Chapter   2.   Substitute Chord [Licks 76~135]

Chapter   3.   Two Five One Change in Two Measures
                       [Licks 136~235]

Chapter   4.   Dominant Cycle [Licks 236~285]

Chapter   5.   Mode [Licks 286~425]

Chapter   6.   minor scale [Licks 426~465]

Chapter   7.   minor mode [Licks 466~575]

Chapter   8.   Modal Interchange [Licks 576~645]

Chapter   9.   Whole tone & Diminished Scale [Licks 646~685]

Chapter  10.   Bebop Scale [Licks 686~735]

Chapter  11.   Pentatonic Scale [Licks 736~820]

Chapter  12.   Coltrane Change [Licks 821~840]

Chapter  13.   Upper Structure Triads [Licks 841~870]

Chapter  14.   Linear Progression [Licks 871~900]

Chapter  15.   Blues [Licks 901~1000]

===================================

Commonly, they say music is a second language, and this means that music must be learnt in equal sense as learning a different language. In other words, the basic areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing must be connected as one.

When learning the 'Theory of Harmony' using a basis that it is similar to learning the 'grammar' in language, one needs the process to increase the vocabulary (1000 Licks), read (reading the score), speak (perform) and write (improvised imitation of example).

Especially for Jazz, it goes further than the standard of natural expression of emotions (such as having a daily conversation or a lightly shared jokes) to systematic and intellectual expression similar to how a newscaster who speaks with high level of vocabulary and delivering tone. Therefore, one must be able to have a diverse command of Jazz by comprehending the structure and form of phrasing with rich musical vocabulary as a background. The core of this app is to learn one by one, step by step, just as if reading a book that introduces 'conversational skills'.

## Key features

- 1000 jazz licks for practice
- Integrated harmony theory explanations
- Improvisation and soloing advice
- Sight-reading practice
- Music dictation exercises
- Structured learning by chapter

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazz-licks-1000/id1206233493/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good idea but needs improvement

*2025-11-01, version 1.0*

This app is a good idea but the problem is that the harmony explanations seem to have been translated from Chinese or perhaps Japanese using I guess an online translator, so they don't make any sense (even though you can have a good laugh). The developer should find a native English speaker to help with translating the theory parts of the app.

### 3/5 — 이조악기는 사용불가인듯

*2023-12-27*

색소폰이라 이조가 안되면 환불해 주세용. 
환불방법은요?

### 2/5 — Awful App

*2022-07-22*

Okay solo licks, but there is no means to transpose them. The written explanations are beyond terrible. The author needs to learn how to speak English better. Maybe take the TOEFL test?

### 4/5 — 12key가 아니네요

*2022-05-04*

12key 였으면 더 좋을텐데..

### 1/5 — Not jazz

*2022-02-03, version 1.0*

All 251 phrases apart from some blues ones. As if written by computer. Where is the language? Soulless with non jazz phrasing. Don’t get me started on bebop- Charlie Parker would turn in his grave.
Please refund me - I wasted money and time on this.
(The email function to contact developer does not work.)

### 5/5 — 정말 마음에 듭니다.

*2021-07-21*

저는 개인적으로 정말 마음에 들었습니다. 

첫번째로 리뷰하신분이 이 앱이 초등학생도 만들수 있는 수준의 앱이라고 하셨는데 사실 그것보다도 재즈 릭들을 이렇게 각 이론, 컨셉에 맞춰서 체계적으로 정리해놓으신게 저는 정말 좋은거라고 봅니다. 
인터넷 돌아다니면 재즈 릭, 악보 많습니다만, 이렇게 정리해놓고서 보기가 힘듭니다. 그런데 10000원정도 주고 이 정도를 공부할수 있다면 솔직히 제 값을 엄청한다고 봅니다.

전 개인적으로 정말 만족했습니다.

### 5/5 — 소리 안나신다는 분들 참고하세요

*2021-02-07*

아이폰은 모바일 게임 앱과 각종 엔터테이먼트 앱에서의 소리 크기 제어를 전화 볼륨으로 설정하도록 되있습니다. 

폰 왼쪽에 있는 버튼을 조작하여 전화 무음 모드를 해제하시고 앱을 실행해주시면 소리를 들으실 수 있습니다.

### 4/5 — 좋아요

*2021-01-29, version 1.0*

릭의 키 조정은 안 되는 건가요..?

### 4/5 — 피드백

*2020-06-21*

릭공부나 재즈연습할 때 도움이 많이 될 것같아요! 근데 개선되었으면 하는 점이 두가지 있습니다
1. 가로모드도 가능해지면 좋을 것같아요!
2. 메인화면에서 바로 릭 있는 리스트로 들어갈 순 앖을까요? 
인터페이스가 좀 불편한 부분은 있지만 위의 두개만 개선되어도 충분히 편하게 사용할 수 있을것같아요.

### 1/5 — 타브악보가 없네요 타브악보업데이트 해주세요

*2020-05-26, version 1.0*

책을 살려고 했는데  책 안팔아서 이걸 샀는데
타브악보가 없네요 타브 악보 업데이트 해주세요

## Frequently asked questions about Jazz Licks 1000

### What does Jazz Licks 1000 do?

Jazz Licks 1000 is a music education app designed to help users practice jazz improvisation, understand harmony theory, improve sight-reading, and develop music dictation skills. It offers 1000 jazz licks, each connected to relevant theory explanations and practical advice for soloing.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app features 1000 jazz licks, integrated explanations of harmony theory, advice for improvisation and soloing, and exercises for sight-reading and music dictation. The content is structured into chapters covering various jazz concepts and chord changes.

### How much does Jazz Licks 1000 cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of free trials, subscriptions, or in-app purchases, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is ideal for musicians who want to learn jazz in depth, from a foundational level to more advanced concepts. It is particularly useful for those looking to enhance their improvisation skills, theoretical knowledge, and overall musical vocabulary in jazz.

### What musical concepts does the app cover?

The app covers a wide range of jazz concepts, including Two-Five-One changes, substitute chords, modes, minor scales, modal interchange, bebop scales, pentatonic scales, and blues. It also delves into more advanced topics like Coltrane changes and upper structure triads.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-02-23

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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