Welcome to episode 325 where today I dive into the controversial question of whether or not it's a good idea to learn jazz by reading music notation. Many musicians feel comfortable reading music but have heard that jazz is best learned by ear. I dive into my philosophy and why the answer to this question isn't so cut and dry.Main Points:1. How my philosophy has changed over the years2. The benefits of learning by ear3. The benefits of reading notation to learn jazz4. My philosophy on learning jazz Important Links:Show NotesLJS Inner Circle MembershipFree Guide to learn standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart Way