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Creative Chord Substitution: A Journey Through Form and Analysis of Modern Harmony

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I really like the concept of this book. Ed Arkin takes us on a journey that includes basic terminology, chord substitutions and harmonizations, chromatic alterations, quartal harmony, etc... and applies the individual topics to "real music" situations, e.g., the Blues.

The theory and music examples are well balanced and set up in an logical order. Although the cover states that it is written for all instruments, I see the experience and thinking of a guitar player, not only because all examples are supported by guitar tabs, but the way Mr. Arkin explains each topic. If you are interested in Jazz harmony and want to improve your chordal playing you should take a look at this book.

Guitar4u.com rating: great book; it helps to throw a bridge across theory and playing.

Prerequisite: I recommend to have knowledge of fundamental harmony and medium playing ability.