Jazz & Guitar Articles

Girl from Ipanema

Jan 08, 2022

The Girl from Ipanema is a Brazilian bossa nova and jazz song. This is performed and recorded be me.

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That New Guitar Smell

Dec 24, 2021

There is something about the smell of a new guitar. It’s like a new car only better. And when you get that new guitar, you need to show it off with a fresh recording of a song you always wanted to play. This is one of those times...

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Pent Up House

Jan 31, 2016

Quite some time ago I recorded this in a studio. I am bringing it back to life on here with simple some graphics. I hope you enjoy it!

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Jazz Guitar Book Recommendations

Jan 31, 2016

I've wasted a lot of money over the years buying books that did nothing for my playing. I started this article to bring you the books that have actually changed my playing for the better. I would highly recommend each and every one of them.

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Black & Blue - An Original

Jan 23, 2016

Some time ago I recorded a little number and posted it on You Tube just to see if I could. So I figured I also make it available here as well.

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The Art of Playing Jazz Guitar - A True Preparation Primer Part 2

Jan 23, 2016

In part 1; we discussed various metronome techniques to advance our awareness, concentration, feeling, and broaden our minds while practicing. This article will go into what we should be practicing and, more importantly, thinking when using those techniques.

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The Art of Playing Jazz Guitar - A True Preparation Primer Part 1

Jan 23, 2016

I’m not going to kid you; playing Jazz Guitar is extremely difficult at best and almost downright impossible at worst.

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Jazz Byte

Jazz Byte...

A legend is an old man with a cane known for what he used to do. I’m stil doing it.

Miles Davis
Jazz News
Jazz : NPR

JAZZ : NPR

Aug 18, 2025, 12:00 AM · www.npr.org

Jazz and blues music performances and features from NPR news, NPR cultural programs, and NPR Music stations.


All Musician - All About Jazz

ALL MUSICIAN - ALL ABOUT JAZZ

Aug 01, 2025, 12:00 AM · allaboutjazz.com

Jazz musician All's bio, concert & touring information, albums, reviews, videos, photos and more.


What is Jazz? | National Museum of American History

WHAT IS JAZZ? | NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY

May 20, 2025, 12:55 AM · americanhistory.si.edu

Jazz is a kind of music in which improvisation is typically an important part. In most jazz performances, players play solos which they make up on the spot, which requires considerable skill. There is tremendous variety in jazz, but most jazz is very rhythmic, has a forward momentum called ...


17 Young Jazz Musicians: Artists Shaping Modern And Future Jazz

17 YOUNG JAZZ MUSICIANS: ARTISTS SHAPING MODERN AND FUTURE JAZZ

Apr 29, 2025, 5:17 AM · www.udiscovermusic.com

The future of jazz has always been shaped by young jazz musicians seeking new modes of expression. Check out these modern jazz artists!


Best Jazz Musicians Of All-Time: 40 Artists And Singers To Know

BEST JAZZ MUSICIANS OF ALL-TIME: 40 ARTISTS AND SINGERS TO KNOW

Apr 07, 2025, 8:31 AM · www.udiscovermusic.com

The best jazz musicians are among the most talented artists ever. Dig in to discover more in this list of jazz artists and singers.


The 100+ Greatest Jazz Musicians, Ranked

THE 100+ GREATEST JAZZ MUSICIANS, RANKED

Aug 08, 2024, 12:00 AM · www.ranker.com

The world of jazz is a realm of musical mastery, where remarkable artists have left indelible marks with their entrancing cadences. It's a realm dominated by stars whose sonic vocabulary shaped the genre's evolution, earning them a special place in the annals of music history. Are you ready to...


Jazz Arts - Manhattan School of Music

JAZZ ARTS - MANHATTAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Jul 06, 2017, 4:04 PM · msmnyc.edu

MSM's comprehensive Jazz Arts program prepares skilled performers, composers, arrangers, and jazz educators for successful careers in jazz music.