The jazz guitar and its master players have had vast influence in a genre of uniquely provocative 20th century music. Written by some of the world's foremost jazz authorities and illustrated with more than 200 gorgeous photographs, this book spotlights remarkable musicians whose artistry has made the guitar fundamental to jazz. From 1930s electric pioneer Charlie Christian, to 1960s fusion visionary Larry Coryell and beyond, Masters of Jazz Guitar celebrates the achievements of players who changed the sound of jazz. Features deluxe paper stock, full-color throughout the book, and a bonus CD with 14 classic tracks by Howard Alden, Tal Farlow, Danny Barker, Al Casey, George Barnes, Herb Ellis, Bucky Pizzarelli, Phil Upchurch and Jack Wilkins.
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Charles Alexander contributed to Classic Guitars of the '50s and Classic Guitars of the '60s, and is the publisher of Jazzwise Publications and Jazzwise magazine. Also a jazz guitar teacher, he narrates the BBC radio series The Guitar in Jazz.
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A MUST have for any jazz guitarist or fan.,
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This is quite an excellent book and is surprisingly done in soft cover now. My copy is hard cover and is a prized possession. It's thoughtfully and knowledgably written, has excellent references, recommendations, photos and discussions. I love this book, and it would be a GREAT present for ANY jazz guitarist. If you love one, buy it for them and they'll never forget it! (-: -d
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Looking back from here, the guitar seems to have been the defining instrument of 20th century popular music. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
jazz guitar, hank garland, guitar duets, own trio, other guitarists, rhythm player, recording debut, jazz scene, guitar style Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Charlie Christian, Los Angeles, Django Reinhardt, Hot Club, George Benson, Charlie Parker, Jim Hall, Miles Davis, Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Blue Note, Kenny Burrell, Coleman Hawkins, Larry Coryell, Pat Metheny, Stephane Grappelli, Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Herb Ellis, John Coltrane, Tal Farlow, West Coast, Bill Evans, Jimmy Raney New!
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Looking back from here, the guitar seems to have been the defining instrument of 20th century popular music. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
jazz guitar, hank garland, guitar duets, own trio, other guitarists, rhythm player, recording debut, jazz scene, guitar style Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Charlie Christian, Los Angeles, Django Reinhardt, Hot Club, George Benson, Charlie Parker, Jim Hall, Miles Davis, Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Blue Note, Kenny Burrell, Coleman Hawkins, Larry Coryell, Pat Metheny, Stephane Grappelli, Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Herb Ellis, John Coltrane, Tal Farlow, West Coast, Bill Evans, Jimmy Raney New!
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- Django Reinhardt by Charles Delaunay on page 29, and page 55
- The Blue Line by Robert Scott on page 131
- The Turning Point by Francis Ray on page 181
- History of the Guitar in Jazz by Norman Mongan in Back Matter
- Full House (Zeke Masters, #14) by Zeke Masters on page 72
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- Roadhouse Blues: Stevie Ray Vaughan and Texas R&B by Hugh Gregory in Back Matter
- Running the Voodoo Down: The Electric Music of Miles Davis by Philip Freeman in Back Matter
- Guitar: A Complete Guide for the Player by Dave Hunter in Back Matter
- Electric Guitars: The Illustrated Encyclopedia by Tony Bacon in Back Matter
- Jazz Planet by E. Taylor Atkins in Back Matter
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