Theory & Impro learning theory and improv

[mizmar]

i wouldnt say im organized but if i really want to do something i can just obsessively do it nonstop until it has been achieved

The answer to your question depends on how you, as a grown-up, learn best. Some people can swallow great chunks effectively while others need to work on bite sized ideas, some people get stuff quickly while others have to really work to get it into their bones.
You need to work out a program based on how you learn best.
Either way, I'd suggest one of many online or book based theory courses. Within the western/jazz tradition - the core content doesn't vary that much. With YouTube you can find someone with an online courses based on whether you like the sound / style / attitude. Again, one size doesn't fit all. But you can also ask for suggestions here.
I'd suggest methodically working through the course till each chapter because obvious to you. Take your time. Keep going till you've done a chunk, till you decide if you're on the right track.

 

[JayeNM]

i wouldnt say im organized but if i really want to do something i can just obsessively do it nonstop until it has been achieved

Private lessons with a teacher well versed in jazz improv.

Skip all the half-measures of printed materials or online tutorials, quite honestly....some may say 'they are convenient' but the reality is...you have a few things you need to unlearn, then a few to re-learn, then a few completely new to learn.

A one-way 'study materials, self learn, no tutor feedback' path is not a very efficient way to get there. It may only take 8 weeks of one-to-one lessons to put you straight, so to speak....

 

[JayeNM]

a few reasons, 1: so when im playing with others i can interact with the things they are doing better by understanding what im hearing, 2: because just personally not having mastery/proficiency of the fundimentals as a player feels wrong to me, i would like to be able to make it through a tune with good voice leading on every chord without fluffing things and relying on licks or blanketing changes for example. 3: also if im given a chart or tune i havent heard before on a band stand it would help being able to have some understanding of chord structures to help navigate it without just having to purely play by ear first time, especially if they are tunes with difficult chord changes and non-functional harmony/chords that dont go where your ear expects them to go naturally

Yup, private lessons...