The Jazz Handbook for the Rock Guitarist: A Comprehensive Guide to Harmonic Embellishment and Improvisation

The Jazz Handbook For The Rock Guitarist: Book 1

by Ernest Stambouly

5 out of 5

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Jazz guitar is a unique and challenging genre that requires a deep understanding of both jazz theory and guitar technique. The Jazz Handbook for the Rock Guitarist is a comprehensive guide to harmonic embellishment and improvisation for rock guitarists. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic jazz theory to advanced techniques such as modal interchange and polyrhythms. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it includes numerous musical examples and exercises.

Chapter 1: Basic Jazz Theory

This chapter provides a brief overview of the basic concepts of jazz theory, including scales, chords, and progressions. It also covers the basics of jazz rhythm and swing feel.

Chapter 2: Harmonic Embellishment

This chapter explores a variety of harmonic embellishment techniques, such as hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, and bends. It also covers the use of chromaticism and substitutions to create more interesting and sophisticated harmonies.

Chapter 3: Improvisation

This chapter provides a step-by-step guide to jazz improvisation. It covers topics such as scale choice, target notes, and phrasing. It also includes a number of exercises to help you develop your improvisational skills.

Chapter 4: Modal Interchange

This chapter introduces the concept of modal interchange, which is a technique for borrowing chords from different scales to create more complex and interesting harmonies. It covers a variety of modal interchange techniques, and it includes a number of musical examples to illustrate how these techniques can be used in practice.

Chapter 5: Polyrhythms

This chapter explores the concept of polyrhythms, which are rhythms that involve playing two or more different time signatures at the same time. It covers a variety of polyrhythm techniques, and it includes a number of musical examples to illustrate how these techniques can be used in practice.

The Jazz Handbook for the Rock Guitarist is a valuable resource for any rock guitarist who wants to learn more about jazz theory and improvisation. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it includes numerous musical examples and exercises. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, you'll find something to learn in this book.

The Jazz Handbook For The Rock Guitarist: Book 1

by Ernest Stambouly

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	707 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	12 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE