The Ultimate Map for Jazz Guitar
Title | The Ultimate Map for Jazz Guitar PDF eBook |
Author | Michael J. Anthony |
Publisher | Mel Bay Publications |
Pages | 41 |
Release | 2012-03-02 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1619111624 |
Written by jazz guitar great Michael Anthony who states, This book is an attempt to eliminate, or at the minimum decrease the frequency of such deer in the headlights sputters and stalls and the threat of getting lost when following a melodic line, a new thought, or a progression of chords. Think of this book then, as a map, a guide to the highways and byways of playing jazz guitar.I intend it not merely to be a fret guide. My goal is to provide you with a compass, a kind of ultimate guide to discovering your way. with this map the hope is you'll have not only a complete but a very practical guide to assist you in navigating melodic ideas and chord changes at any point on the fingerboard.The overall objective is to add maximum manual fluency and increase creative inspiration for all guitarists, regardless of level of expertise.
The BB Jazz Standards Progressions Book Vol. I
Title | The BB Jazz Standards Progressions Book Vol. I PDF eBook |
Author | mDecks Music |
Publisher | |
Pages | 410 |
Release | 2018-12-16 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781791776640 |
(Fake Book). Perfect Binding Edition.This unprecedented, revolutionary collection of jazz standards progressions includes all harmonic progressions with full harmonic analysis, chords, chord-scales and arrows & brackets analysis.Every Jazz Standard analysis was hand-made by well-versed jazz musicians. Every function, chord-scale, modulation and pivot-chord was carefully chosen to create the best possible harmonic interpretation of the progression.All double-page songs are presented side-by-side, so no flipping through pages is necessary.Available for Concert, Bb & Eb Instruments.Volume I has 291 songs including All Blues * Autumn Leaves * All of Me * Blue Trane * Body and Soul * Desafinado * Donna Lee * Girl From Ipanema * It Don't Mean a Thing * Like Someone in Love * Misty * Moment's Notice * My Favorite Things * Prelude to a Kiss * Stella By Starlight * Wave * and hundreds more!
Dave Stryker's Jazz Guitar Improvisation Method
Title | Dave Stryker's Jazz Guitar Improvisation Method PDF eBook |
Author | Dave Stryker |
Publisher | Mel Bay Publications |
Pages | 57 |
Release | 2015-11-18 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1610653173 |
Dave explains his approach to jazz improvisation with musical examples that he himself uses, learned from years of playing with the greats - after learning how to play jazz from listening to players such as Grant Green, Wes Montgomery and Pat Martino. Explains the minor sub approach using minor scales to play over dominant seventh chords, and then includes several solos over often-played jazz standards, using this approach. Also described are the use of the blues and pentatonic scales as well as be-bop ideas, the melodic minor scale, and whole-tone and diminished scales and patterns. Hanon-type warm up exercises and Dave's own fingerings shown in tab are also described. Perfect for intermediate-to-more advanced players, Dave's concise way of explaining his approach will open up the students to developing their own improvisational ideas. Dave plays the examples and solos on the companion audio download including tracks with a rhythm only section for student play-along.
The Advancing Guitarist
Title | The Advancing Guitarist PDF eBook |
Author | Mick Goodrick |
Publisher | Hal Leonard Corporation |
Pages | 122 |
Release | 1987 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 0881885894 |
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The Berklee Book of Jazz Harmony
Title | The Berklee Book of Jazz Harmony PDF eBook |
Author | Joe Mulholland |
Publisher | Hal Leonard Corporation |
Pages | 262 |
Release | 2013-08-01 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1480360856 |
(Berklee Guide). Learn jazz harmony, as taught at Berklee College of Music. This text provides a strong foundation in harmonic principles, supporting further study in jazz composition, arranging, and improvisation. It covers basic chord types and their tensions, with practical demonstrations of how they are used in characteristic jazz contexts and an accompanying recording that lets you hear how they can be applied.
Fundamentals of Guitar
Title | Fundamentals of Guitar PDF eBook |
Author | Miles Okazaki |
Publisher | Mel Bay Publications |
Pages | 173 |
Release | 2015-02-25 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1619114860 |
This book is designed to be useful for guitarists at any skill level. Beginners can use it as an introduction to the foundational concepts of the instrument, intermediate players can use it for training and theoretical work, and advanced players can explore the sections on advanced theory, extended technique and the exhaustive tables of melodic and rhythmic possibilities. It is divided into two parts: pitch and rhythm. Part 1 (pitch) begins with the properties of string, harmonics, and tuning systems. It then moves methodically through pitch information, beginning with locating all versions of a single pitch, building pentatonic, heptatonic, and all possible symmetrical scales. This is followed by a study of intervals, with all possible locations of every two pitches, and a long study that moves through every possible fingering of three pitches, with a series of exercises to master triadic syntax. Part 1 closes with a study of four-pitch structures and complete tables that show all possible pitch sets in circular visual notation. Part 2 (rhythm) begins with a complete course in "Symmetrical Picking," a method based on drum rudiments that builds control in the picking hand through an exhaustive variety of movements. The focus of this section is building a strong rhythmic foundation, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, speed, dynamics, and groove. It is followed by a study of legato playing, working with ornaments and slides. The study of playing with fingers on multiple strings takes up the remainder of the book. This begins with the study of pulse against pulse, playing two simultaneous tempos. The book concludes with a study of polyrhythm, playing one rhythm against another. Plain English is used as much as possible to describe theoretical concepts, and hundreds of illustrations were made for the book as an aid to those who either don't speak English or prefer to think visually. This approach is designed to be inclusive and to promote creative practice. The main idea of the book is described in this passage (page 154): "Even in this small area there is a lot of material, potentially a lifetime of study. The amount of information can feel overwhelming to students at any level. For this reason, the book is designed for self-directed practice, with an emphasis on what the player "could" do, rather than what the player "should" do. The principle is to develop your own learning process, rather than following someone else's. The ability to make choices is essential in finding a personal approach to the instrument. Pick and choose the studies that seem interesting - there should be enough variety to accommodate a wide range of personalities. If any particular concept or exercise has been useful as the starting point for a new creative direction, then the book has done its job. Its purpose is not to push any dogma, method, or style, but to open the door to options for guitarists of any background that are looking for new perspectives.
Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar Chord Soloing
Title | Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar Chord Soloing PDF eBook |
Author | Paul Musso |
Publisher | Mel Bay Publications |
Pages | 149 |
Release | 2010-10-05 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1619110253 |
This book is designed to teach the guitarist the technique of chord soloing. This technique is extremely valuable to all guitarists because chords and melodies are played together; there is no need for an accompanying instrument. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of chord soloing. I would recommend that novice guitarists start at the beginning and work through the book slowly. Intermediate players may want to find a chapter that looks challenging and start at that point. By the end of this book, you will be able to take any lead sheet and turn it into a guitar arrangement. Enjoy the journey into the fascinating world of chord soloing.