“It’s all about playing musical phrases, so the scale/chord approach is a beginning, but the goal is to shape up your musical discourse in an elegant way. In the end, the scale/chord approach must be […]
“I’ve been fortunate to have both forms of education. I feel there is a kind of wisdom you get from both the “old school” and academic forms. I’ve had very good teachers over the years […]
After nineteen albums as a leader, and innumerable performances as an international and domestic artist, Joshua Breakstone is one of those great Jazz Guitarists you hear about throughout the Jazz Guitar community, but normally not […]
What do you get when you combine one man, three guitars, an iPhone and a whole heap of talent? An outstanding CD of music by the remarkable New York Jazz Guitarist John Basile! With his […]
Thanks to the Web, and in later years, YouTube, it seems that I’ve known Brooklyn based Jazz Guitarist Rick Stone for over 15 years. Given that time frame, it’s surprising that I’ve never met him […]
It’s no surprise that the late, great Joe Pass has been an influence to countless Jazz Guitarists who have strived for a more inclusive understanding of their instrument as a complete musical outlet. Melody, harmony […]
I’m always amazed at how many young and talented Jazz Guitarists there are keeping the flame brightly lit, and of course, grateful for them. Case in point is St. Louis’ own resident Guitar slinger Joe […]
“Then you know what I’m talking about. That’s what happened…that’s where “Rejoicing” came from. Billy Higgins’ and Charlie Haden… man, come on! This is the real deal. It showed me a side of Pat’s approach […]
“I wasted a lot of time and didn’t spend enough time working on my ears when I was younger. I don’t practice very much but now I can learn more in 15 minutes than I […]
“Later on I got interested in George Benson, Joe Pass, Wes Montgomery and Pat Martino. I copied each of their styles closely. I would transcribe their solos and practice them until I could play them […]
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