Modern Guitar Method, Rhythm Changes #3


Book Description

This volume of the Modern Guitar Method Supplements (formerly the Frank Vignola Play-Along Series) contains ten solos which have been written and recorded over blues and rhythm changes in many different keys. The performance-tempo recordings of the solos include numerous choruses of rhythm section only, allowing for individual practice of the written solos or practice of original ideas with a "live" rhythm section. Occasionally, during these "rhythm only" sections, Frank Vignola will play an improvised solo for four, 12, or 24 measures. This allows the student to interact with the recording by copying ideas, building upon what has just been played, or practicing the chords to the piece. The Modern Guitar Method Supplement Blues and Rhythm Changes series gives any student of jazz guitar great ideas for playing solos over two of the most popular musical forms in jazz." Audio download available online.




Modern Guitar Method Rhythm Changes, #1


Book Description

This Modern Guitar Method Supplement (formerly of the Frank Vignola Play- Along Series) contains solos which have been written and recorded over blues and rhythm changes in many different keys. Learn more about commonly used chord changes by having the opportunity to jam on them extensively. Some ofthese etudes have been recorded both at a slower tempo for learning and at performance tempo. The performance-tempo recordings of the solos include numerous choruses of rhythm section only. This allows for individual practice ofthe written solos or practice of original ideas with a live rhythm section. Occasionally, during these rhythm only sections, Frank Vignola will play an improvised solo for four, 12, or 24 measures. This allows the student to interact with the recording by copying ideas, building upon what has just been played, orpracticing the chords to the piece. The Modern Guitar Method Supplement Blues and Rhythm Changes series gives any student of jazz guitar great ideas for playing solos over two of the most popular musical forms in jazz. It is recommended that the student be able to play the jazz standard I Got Rhythm before using this book/audio set. Includes access to online audio




Modern Guitar Method Expanded Supplement: Rhythm Changes, Volume 2 Book/CD Set


Book Description

This volume contains nine solos which have been written and recorded over blues and rhythm changes in many different keys. One of the etudes has been recorded both at a slower tempo for practice and also at performance tempo. The performance-tempo recordings of the solos include numerous choruses of rhythm section only. This allows for individual practice of the written solos or practice of original ideas with a "live" rhythm section. Occasionally, during these "rhythm only" sections, Frank Vignola will play an improvised solo for four, 12, or 24 measures. This allows the student to interact with the recording by copying ideas, building upon what has just been played, or practicing the chords to the piece.




Modern Guitar Method Grade 2 - Expanded Edition


Book Description

Grade 2/Expanded version of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos arepresented in various styles. A special feature is the addition of in-depth picking studies in the keys of C, Am, G, Em, F, Dm, D, and Bm. Additional studies are contained in second position and in 6/8 time. In short, if you really want to learn to play great guitar, this is the method! It is unmatched in its thoroughness in teaching every important concept. Additional New Music for Every Concept Taught Picking Studies in 8 keys New Solos in Diverse Styles Begins Study of Position Playing Carefully Graded to Move at a User Friendly Pace Unmatched in Comprehensiveness Companion Dual CD Set Available




Modern Guitar Method Jammin' the Blues, #3


Book Description

This volume in the Modern Guitar Method Supplement series (formerly known as the Frank Vignola play-along series) contains useful, well-structured solos for 16 chourses of the blues in the most common keys. Funky, bluesy, and bop oriented lines allow you to feel and hear what it is like to play a well-constructed solo. Some of these etudes have been recorded at both a slower practice tempo and at performance tempo. In the performance tempo renditions, the solo segments are often followed by numerous choruses featuring the rhythm section only. This format allows for individual practice of the written solos or elaboration of original ideas with a "live" rhythm section. Occasionally, during the "rhythm only" sections, Frank Vignola will play an improvised solo for four, 12 or 24 measures. These solos provide an opportunity for the student to interact with the recording by copying ideas, building upon what has just been played, or practicing the chords to the piece.




The Serious Jazz Practice Book


Book Description

All musicians need to thoroughly learn their scales, chords, intervals and various melodic patterns in order to become complete musicians. The question has always been how to approach this universal task. Guitar legend Barry Finnerty (Miles, The Crusaders, Brecker Bros., etc.) provides in this book a rigorous practice regime that will set you well on the road to complete mastery of whatever instrument you play. Endorsed by Randy Brecker, Mark Levine, Dave Liebman, etc.




Building Right Hand Technique


Book Description

This book provides a master source for building agility, flexibility and speed while playing with a flatpick, as well as a repertoire source for the plectrum-style guitarist. the studies are designed to build reading ability and clarity of sound in a variety of styles, as well as agility in cross-picking and the playing of rapid linear passages. Includes over 100 original and jazz etudes, fiddle tunes, and a great number of classical guitar pieces transcribed for plectrum guitar. Written in standard notation and tablature.




Contemporary Latin JAzz Guitar


Book Description

A complete guide to playing Latin music on guitar







Speed Mechanics for Lead Guitar


Book Description

Guitarskole.