Information needed to function within a jazz band. It is important to understand that while jazz is played on the same instruments as other types of music, it has its own language. This book deals with specific jazz idioms: swing, shuffle, bebop and Latin. A basic working knowledge of the guitar through rock, blues, or folk music, (including barre chords), will produce gratifying results. Knowledge of the note locations on all strings, (especially the E and A strings) and a working understanding of the relationship of all the notes on the various strings will make the information in this book immediately accessible. The book also provides information on how to interpret a jazz chart. The clarity and insight of this method, makes it a must have for any big band performer.

ISBN 9781619114708. All the exercises in "Killer Technique: Classical Guitar" are either based on or inspired by challenging passages and patterns that appear in compositions. Technical elements and passages have been stripped down and transformed into exercises to help the reader concentrate on specific targets through repetition. The exercises cover various techniques, such as finger independence in both hands, different types of shifts, in-context slurs, in-context arpeggios, scales, tremolo and switches between different technical elements. The exercises are presented in standard notation and tablature. Explanations and instructions are also provided. By using standard notation, the exercises include detailed information regarding fingerings and strings. Tablature versions of the exercises are also included, however, the rhythm and finger information is written in standard notation.The exercises are divided into two main sections: right-hand and left-hand. Each section consists of different categories specific to that hand. The exercises are not written in any particular order within each category - by practicing these exercises, the reader will master difficult technical transitions when they are encountered in compositional contexts.

ISBN 9781619113213. This in-depth scale and arpeggio text is core curriculum at the University of Southern California's Studio Guitar Department. Using a comprehensive approach that includes three different organizational systems, it covers the technical foundation that is necessary for playing any style of music. The CAGED system (five positions), the Finger Stretch system (all twelve keys in one position) and the Three-Note Per String system (seven patterns) are examined. Although each of these three systems is examined, the CAGED system serves as the basis for much of the material covered in this book.Instead of traditional musical notation, the book uses fingerboard diagrams to focus on the visual aspect of the patterns. The goal is to present an approach to understanding and mastering the fingerboard by outlining the best and most practical elements of these different systems. Book Two presents patterns for the harmonic minor and melodic minor scales and all of their relative modes: the bebop scale (major, minor and dominant), chromatic scale, whole-tone scale, diminished scale (whole/half and half/whole) and augmented scale. Along with these scale forms, patterns for minor (major 7) and augmented (major 7) arpeggios are presented.

ISBN 9781610656931. The Guitar Scales Vol. 1 is a complete guide to the scales that beginning and intermediate guitarists need for practicing and soloing. Each chapter covers a specific approach to these basic scales, including examples, exercises and studies. Music scores including fingerings, tablatures and grid diagrams, along with logical, step by step explanations allow the student to build his own understanding as well as the technical and improvising skills. The online audio includes all music material of the book. Each example, exercise and study is recorded. In addition 8 rhythm section tracks provide a set of accompaniments for practical applications of each scale and its appropriate improvisational exercise. Includes access to online audio.

ISBN 9781609746612. Grade 6/Expanded version of the famed Mel Bay Modern Guitar Method adds new, carefully graded playing material for every concept taught. Solos are presented in various styles. Contains studies, chord melody solos, chord studies, quartal harmony etudes, triad studies and duets in the keys of A, F#m, Eb, Cm, E, C#m, Ab and Fm. Includes access to online audio.Additional New Music for Every Concept TaughtCarefully Graded to Move at a User Friendly PacePresents a comprehensive listing of chords found in each key.For each key, etudes are presented in four different positions.The most comprehensive approach to contemporary guitar mastery available!