John Abercrombie Teaches Jazz Guitar Improvisation

John Abercrombie
A jazz great reveals dozens of essential ideas for guitarists who are ready to develop their own voice and create a dramatic change in their playing! John Abercrombie highlights essential concepts, including motivic development; polychording; use of dynamics and rhythmic changes; the introduction of space and outside notes; the melodic bass line approach; and other techniques. Concentrating on the basics-intervals ... Read More
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Learn the Classics of Bossa Nova Guitar - Two-Video Set

Aaron Gilmartin

Play the Rhythms, Chords and Melodies of Brazil's Greatest Hits

These two DVDs provide an in-depth immersion into the lush jazz chords, seductive Latin rhythms and haunting melodies of bossa nova’s greatest hits. Measure-by-measure guitar instruction brings a rich learning experience to any player wanting to conquer these timeless songs. DVD 1: O Barquinho (Little Boat) • One Note Samba • Wave DVD 2: Girl from Ipanema • Corcavado• Manha ... Read More
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Learn the Classics of Bossa Nova Guitar - Video 1

Aaron Gilmartin

Play the Rhythms, Chords and Melodies of Brazil's Greatest Hits

Aaron Gilmartin takes you on an excursion into the lush jazz chords, seductive rhythms and haunting melodies of bossa nova’s greatest hits. Each of these timeless Brazilian tunes has permeated musical culture worldwide, and has been heard on numerous recordings, film soundtracks and in performances by top pop and jazz artists.  After an important overview of how jazz ... Read More
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Learn the Classics of Bossa Nova Guitar - Video 2

Aaron Gilmartin

Play the Rhythms, Chords and Melodies of Brazil's Greatest Hits

On this lesson, Aaron Gilmartin explores three of the best-known and most beautiful songs of the Bossa Nova genre.  His lesson starts with Antonio Carlos Jobim’s Girl from Ipanema (Garotta de Ipanema),the Grammy-winning worldwide hit made famous by Astrud Gilberto and Stan Getz. This song shows you how to sound like a true bossa nova player. Corcovado, another ... Read More
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Learn To Play Django Style Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Lesson 1

Paul Mehling

Rhythm

They don't call it "hot guitar" for nothing! The driving style pioneered by Django Reinhardt and other Gypsy players became one of the dominant sounds in jazz during the thirties and forties, and its influence is still strongly felt today. Paul Mehling knows the style as well as anyone, and he takes it apart in detail for the learning ... Read More
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Learn To Play Django Style Gypsy Jazz Guitar - Lesson 2

Paul Mehling

Soloing

This fascinating look at the art of improvisation in the Gypsy jazz tradition shows you how to really swing! Paul Mehling, leader of the Hot Club of San Francisco, has a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of this powerful and infectious style, and he provides a wealth of information and playing tips to get you off to a solid start ... Read More
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Learn To Play Django Style Gypsy Jazz Guitar-Two-Video Set

Paul Mehling
Learn this powerful guitar style typified by Django Reinhardt. Gain a practical understanding of this music through a detailed exploration of both the rhythmic variations of the accompanying guitar patterns as well as improvised soloing. Learn the trademark sounds that "put the Gypsy in Gypsy swing." Songs include classics such as Minor Blues, Oriental Shuffle and I'll See You ... Read More
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Learn To Play Western Swing Guitar

Ray Benson
Take a lead and rhythm guitar class from the maestro of western swing! Asleep At The Wheel's Ray Benson offers straight-shooting advice about the famous tunes, techniques and special qualities of this exciting hybrid of country, jazz and blues styles. To solidify your rhythm playing, Ray dissects Eldon Shamblin's traveling bass/chord lines and Freddie Green's comping ... Read More
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Minor Swing: An Easy Introduction to Gypsy Jazz

Lisa Liu
In her first lesson for Homespun, virtuoso guitarist Lisa Liu methodically breaks down the perennial Django Reinhardt favorite, Minor Swing, unlocking the secret to the haunting gypsy jazz sound for players who are new to the genre.  Utilizing one invaluable, 3-string moveable chord shape, Lisa demonstrates the simple chord progression, discussing how to get the correct percussive sound from ... Read More
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Musical Expression On The Drum Set

Jack DeJohnette
Master drummer Jack DeJohnette sees his instrument as a complete musical entity, melodic as well as percussive. His fascinating lesson breaks down his unique approach for drummers of all levels - and anyone else who plays an instrument or simply loves music. You'll learn how Jack creates a flow of improvisational ideas through balance and relaxation as he communicates his ... Read More
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New Directions For Harmonica - Expanding Your Technique

Howard Levy
Harmonica virtuoso Howard Levy has mastered the awesome technique of playing chromatically on a basic ten-hole harmonica. Now he teaches you how he does it through the use of bends, overblows, overdraws and other challenging techniques. With some harp experience and the desire to move into dynamic new musical territory, you'll soon be playing blues, classical, jazz, pop or ... Read More
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New Orleans Piano and the Roots of Rock

Mac Rebennack (Dr John)
One of our great musical treasures plays, sings, teaches and imparts his vast knowledge of the rock and blues of his native New Orleans. Mac (Dr John) Rebennack guides you through lead and rhythm styles, right-hand improvisation, walking basses, turnarounds and the styles of great pianists: Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Huey Smith, Fats Domino, Lloyd Glenn, Ray Charles, James Booker ... Read More
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