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Solo Jazz Guitar: Practical Applications Handbook Volume 1

Solo guitar can be a daunting task, but it truly offers us many rewards when we stick with it! Volume 1 is here to help you build a deeper understanding and ability with key concepts like Melodic Minor, V7 and Diminished relationships, Voicing Interplay, and Modal Playing—essential tools every solo guitarist needs to know!

 

What’s Inside?
This handbook isn’t just about learning what to play, but how to play it creatively and confidently. Too often, guitarists struggle with knowing "what to do" when playing solo. With this guide, you’ll not only have the know-how but also clear, practical approaches to put your new skills into action. By mastering both the guitar and harmonic possibilities, you'll be able to improvise and explore new sounds in a way that feels natural and fun.

 

The Goal:
To give you a clear, direct path to mastering powerful techniques for solo guitar, all while making the process simple and enjoyable. I’ll walk you through each concept step by step in the PDF, demonstrating each example, exercise, and strategy. Plus, you’ll get an in-depth chord melody arrangement in TAB, along with a full video breakdown to explain the musical choices behind it.

 

What You’ll Get:

  • Voicing Interplay: Learn how to make smart improvisation and arrangement choices with ease.
  • Melodic Minor: Dive into voicings, exercises, and examples that unlock this versatile scale.
  • V7 and Diminished Relationships: Gain a deeper understanding of these essential jazz concepts.
  • Chord Melody Arrangement: Fully written out in TAB, with a comprehensive video walk-through explaining every choice.
  • Visual Landscapes Diagrams: See the movements and possibilities in action, so you can visualize your progress.
  • 60+ Minute Video Walk-Through: Detailed demonstrations of all the written material, giving you a solid foundation to apply right away.

 

Why This Handbook?
Because it’s time to finally master the sound of jazz and truly enjoy the process of improvisation. You’ll be able to take these concepts and immediately apply them to your solo playing, building your skills and confidence every step of the way.

Start your journey to becoming a more creative, confident solo guitarist—grab Volume 1 today!

SJG Practical Applications Handbook Volume 1 (Video Lesson)

$36.00 Regular Price
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