Book/CD pack. Shows you how to transform basic jazz improv techniques into bebop figures in Bird's famous "with strings" style. Provides many examples of how he transformed straight-ahead melodic lines into bebop phrases by making chromatic and rhythmic alterations. Covers: neighbor tones, enclosure figures, connector figures, digital patterns, suspension figures, dorian mode, diminished scale, tonic lines; circles, turns and tags, more. Most of the musical examples are in the key of G major. Includes 64 track CD. Notation only. 176 pp.
49-101196
$25.95
BEST OF JAZZ GUITAR
by Wolf Marshall
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Hands-on analysis of 10 of the most played jazz tunes, as played by leading guitarists. Features "St. Thomas" performed by Jim Hall, Tal Farlow, and Kenny Burrell; "Satin Doll" performed by Howard Roberts and Joe Pass; and other material by Grant Green, Emily Remler, others. Includes technical analysis and performance notes, biographical sketches, more. Note/tab. Includes CD. 159 pp.
49-695586
$24.95
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COMPLETE BOOK OF GUITAR TECHNIQUE
by Sal Salvador
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This represents an all-out assault on jazz guitar technique written by legendary jazz guitarist Salvador. Virtually every aspect of plectrum-style technique is addressed in detail through explanatory text and clearly focused exercises. Also features a comprehensive presentation of short and long form scales and arpeggios, string skipping, tremolo exercises, slur studies, cross-picking technique, and scale and interval reading exercises in all keys. Bach transcriptions for plectrum-style guitar provide an unexpected bonus. Standard notation only. Multiple levels. Reissue. 128 pp.
02-94845
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$10.00
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EASY SOLOING FOR JAZZ GUITAR
by Tom Dempsey
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Book/CD set. If you are already familiar with the basics, and looking for a low-stress course in jazz improvisation, you can learn these easy methods to approach soloing with confidence. Teaches scales, modes and arpeggios; common chord progressions and song forms, much more. Includes backing tracks to solo over. Note/tab. 45 pp.
20-28246
$16.95
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GETTING INTO GYPSY JAZZ GUITAR
by Stephane Wrembel
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Book/CD set. Focuses on the key elements of the Django Reinhardt Gypsy jazz or Manouche guitar style, gleaned from years of experience jamming with French Gypsies and studying with masters of the style. A native of France, Wrembel acquired his skills entirely by ear and has taught scores of musicians worldwide using this method. Taught in a logical, step by step manner, this covers authentic Manouche style as it continues to evolve. For the guitarist who is already familiar with jazz harmony and note locations on the fretboard. Intermediate/advanced. In English, German and French. Note/tab. 111 pp.
02-20273BCD
$19.95
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GETTING YOUR IMPROVISING INTO SHAPE
by David Becker
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Book/CD set. Focuses on the use of chord shapes (mainly triads) in building a single line solo. It also opens up the mystery of the fretboard by showing exactly how the fretboard relates to diatonic harmony without using single note scales. Not only will new lines appear easier, but new and usable chord voicings will appear. These chords will be related to the lines being played. This will help you move away from position playing and open up the neck. It also looks at phrasing and how rhythmic understanding is important to improving harmonic and melodic development. Intermediate. 64 pp.
02-20607BCD
$19.95
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IMPROVISING WITHOUT SCALES - THE INTERVALLIC GUITAR SYSTEM OF CARL VERHEYEN
by Carl Verheyen
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Book/CD set. Verheyen teaches his philosophy and techniques for improvising. Rather than hashing out scales, Carl teaches how to play lines with strong melodic content. By approaching melodies through intervals and chord qualities, infinite lines can be generated. He stresses the importance of collecting lines that can be used in improvised settings. These lines and examples will provide material for any guitarist yearning for melodic ideas and inspiration. Note/tab. Beginners. 32 pp.
02-20816BCD
$17.95
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INTERMEDIATE GYPSY JAZZ GUITAR WITH JOHN JORGENSON
taught by John Jorgenson
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Book/DVD/CD set. Continues with characteristic Gypsy style licks and techniques based on the arpeggios and patterns taught in the first volume. Jorgenson presents a very systematic learning method, first teaching simple licks and techniques and building to more complex material. In studying the left and right hand techniques and ornamentations presented, you'll gain an understanding of how to play with the Gypsy "accent." Jorgenson also teaches an improvised chorus that Django played on a recorded version of the song "Undecided." Two other songs, Raul Reyno
02-2247
$39.95
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INTRO TO GYPSY JAZZ GUITAR
by John Jorgenson
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Book/CD/DVD set. In this first of three volumes of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine's new Gypsy Jazz Guitar instructional series, Jorgenson provides the foundational information and practice material needed to gain an understanding of the style. The first half addresses Gypsy jazz rhythm. The second half covers soloing. With 2-hour DVD, CD with practice tracks, and book which includes all the theoretical information, chord charts, fret board diagrams, and note/tab for the material on the DVD. Beginning/intermediate. 64 pp.
02-2207
$39.95
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INTRODUCTION TO JAZZ GUITAR SOLOING - A COMPREHENSIVE IMPROVISATION METHOD
by Joe Elliott
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Book/CD pack. Perfect for seasoned rockers seeking new challenges and jazz newcomers looking for a good start. Covers: key center soloing, chord tone soloing, the connecting game, situation playing, acquiring vocabulary and repertoire, scales, arpeggios, color notes, chromatics, harmonization, solo shaping, how to practice, and other vital jazz improv concepts. The CD features 65 full-band demo and play-along tracks. Fretboard diagrams and rhythm charts with a little notation. 103 pp.
49-695406
$19.95
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JAZZ BLUES GUITAR SOLOS: A MELODIC APPROACH TO JAZZ
by Larry McCabe
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Book/CD set. For intermediate players of rock, folk, country, or urban blues, these solos will help develop more variety in your phrasing, familiarity with the fingerboard, a better ear, and enhanced conceptual abilities. Two solos are written for each tune, the first defines the melody, the second shows how a jazz guitarist might "stretch out" a bit over the chord progression. Includes first-verse lyrics, chords. Note/tab. 47 pp.
444-295
$16.95
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JAZZ ETUDES - STUDIES FOR THE BEGINNING IMPROVISER
by Joshua Breakstone
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Book/CD pack. Begin your journey to improvisational mastery and finding your own musical voice. Contains 12 etudes, each based on a standard chord progression and centered on one left-hand position. Everything is carefully crafted to improve the playing technique, reading and improv chops of the beginning guitarist, and to increaase awareness on melody, harmony and rhythm. A Hands On! guide accompanies each etude to help you through the technical challenges and focus on points of musical interest. The 42-track CD features all 12 etudes performed by the author, plus musical examples. Notation only. 63 pp.
49-501148
$17.99
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JAZZ GUITAR ORGAN-TRIO BLUES
by Doug Munro
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Book/CD set. Complete method for any guitarist seeking a better understanding of the blues roots of jazz guitar. Based on the styles of the classic organ-trio guitarists of the '60s, such as Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Kenny Burrell and George Benson, this book explains the concepts and techniques required to play in this foundational style. Includes riffs and patterns, music theory, scales, modes, chord voicings, arpeggios, and soloing. 120+ musical examples. Note/tab. Spiralbound, 119 pp.
17-758
$24.95
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JAZZ GUITAR SOLOING CONCEPTS - A PENTATONIC MODAL APPROACH TO IMPROVISATION
by Dr. Ronald S. Lemos
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Book/CD pack. Learn an entirely new way to improvise over jazz changes! This hefty package sheds new light on the old five-note scales that all guitarists know and love. The system is theoretically sound, easy to implement, and best of all, it's designed specifically for guitar. It will work with any chord progression - from simple to complex, there are no notes to avoid, solos are inherently melodic; can be used exclusively, selectively or in combination with any other system for playing solos; and it works well in major or minor tonalites. Note/tab. 254 pp.
on order, expected arrival date 12/04/09
49-695961
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JAZZ IMPROVISATION FOR GUITAR - A MELODIC APPROACH
by Garrison Fewell
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Book/CD pack. Melodies based on triads and melodic extensions sound more natural and musical than ones developed from scales. Triads are a simple and effective remedy for scale dependency in improvisation. Explore the potential of triads and their melodic extensions and learn to connect them using guide tones. You'll learn to create solo phrases in the style of some of the world's finest jazz guitarists like Wes Montgomery, George Benson, Grant Green, Kenny Burrell, and Pat Martino. Note/tab. 143 pp.
49-449503
$24.99
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JAZZ JAM SESSION
by Ed Friedland
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Book/CD pack. Bring your local jazz jam session home! Contains 15 tracks with progressions frequently called at a typical jazz jam session. Each track features a professional rhythm section and is perfect for guitar, harmonica, keyboard, saxophone and trumpet players to hone their soloing skills. The feels, tempos and keys have been varied to broaden your jazz experience. In the book, each tune is paired with an Improv Etude to help you find melodic material to fit the tune. Styles include: ballads, bebop, blues, bossa nova, cool jazz, and more. Notation only. 30 pp.
49-311827
$19.99
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CD - LET'S JAM! - JAZZ & BLUES
by Peter Vogl
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High quality audio CD with 21 jam tracks. Recorded by top studio musicians, these extended 3-4 minute jams are in a variety of keys and grooves. Includes 14 page booklet with rhythm charts and soloing tips. Free lessons are also available from their website with audio and video clips. Great for practicing guitar, keyboard, percussion, sax, voice, or harmonica.
56-24
$9.95
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MODAL MASTERY FOR GUITAR IMPROVISATION
by Mike Pachelli
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Diatonic modal knowledge is essential to the guitarist as a tool for soloing. A solo should be a spontaneous improvisation. This book can help you store enough information to free yourself from having to search for what you want to play, thus aiding in spontaneity. You'll gain an understanding of each of the seven diatonic modes by inter-relating them against a particular chord or series of chords so you, the improviser, can obtain many interesting harmonic possibilities. 48 pp.
49-804036
$9.99
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SWING GUITAR
by Fred Sokolow
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Book/CD pack. Transcriptions of 14 original recordings from the 1930s and '40s to the revival of the '90s with performance notes, instruction in comping patterns and chord embellishment, more. "Choo Choo Ch' Boogie," "Go Daddy-O," "In the Mood," "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)," "Jersey Bounce," "Jump, Jive An' Wail," "Route 66," "Sentimental Journey," "A String of Pearls," "Take the A Train," "Tuxedo Junction," "Zoot Suit Riot," more. CD includes full-band demos of all songs, with guitar parts isolated. Note/tab. 80 pp.
49-695604
$19.95
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TED GREENE - JAZZ GUITAR SINGLE NOTE SOLOING, VOL. 2
taught by Ted Greene
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Originally released by Dale Zdenek Publications, this entire series is timeless and belongs in every guitarist's collection. 132 pp.
20-30472
$21.95
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ULTRA SMOOTH JAZZ GROOVES FOR GUITAR
featuring Frank Villafranca & Andrew D. Gordon
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Book/CD pack. A collection of grooves and melodies for beginner, intermediate and advanced jazz students. Features a variety of contemporary rhythm section styles including R&B, Jazz, Funk, Top 40, Rock, Gospel, Hip Hop and Latin. On each of the 20 tracks, the groove is separated into 3 melodic ideas. Each melodic idea is played first by the guitar with the groove, followed by just the rhythm section groove, without the guitar. The 1st example is usually the easiest, the 2nd slightly harder and the 3rd the most difficult. Note/tab. 50 pp.
512-70
$21.95
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Jazz Guitar Single Note Soloing & Licks
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