More than a pattern book, this 80-page book lays out the theory behind the use of pentatonic scales in jazz, and follows with 12 pages of transcribed solos and 40 pages of exercises. Still a favorite after 14 years, this book has become a standard in the field.

In “Jazz Manouche Technique & Improvisation Vol 2”, Denis starts with a quick review of Vol 1 Phrases, before moving on to… more phrases. Denis demonstrates how to place Phrases Over Chord Progressions, Phrases Over II-V-I Progressions, Tension/Resolution Concepts, and much, much more. ”

This video features one of the world's premier jazz guitarists, Barney Kessel, teaching improvisation concepts. It includes playing what you hear, fills, turnarounds, the building blocks of improvisation, and of course, the blues.

Many guitarists begin by learning a few ubiquitous 'blues boxes', and indeed, this approach has sufficed for many great musicians. Unfortunately, this approach can prove crippling if the player wishes to move beyond the blues, and into the world of jazz and fusion.

Guitar ace Sid Jacobs provides a step-by-step tutorial to help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to improvise Jazz guitar, in this DVD from the prestigious Musicians Institute.
Jacobs carefully guides you through several different aspects of Jazz soloing, giving you the chance to understand and master the harmonic demands of this complex playing style.

In developing this 4 volume series, instructor Denis Chang’s intention was to help the student gain insight into both the technical and conceptual components of Jazz Manouche improvisation. Denis wanted the series to be comprehensive in both scope and detail and to provide years of instruction and exercises for the serious student of guitar.

In "Jazz Manouche Technique & Improvisation Vol 2" Denis starts with a quick review of Vol 1 Phrases, before moving on to... more phrases. Denis demonstrates how to place Phrases Over Chord Progressions, Phrases Over II-V-I Progressions, Tension/Resolution Concepts, and much, much more.

In developing this 4 volume series, instructor Denis Chang’s intention was to help the student gain insight into both the technical and conceptual components of Jazz Manouche improvisation. Denis wanted the series to be comprehensive in both scope and detail and to provide years of instruction and exercises for the serious student of guitar.

In "Jazz Manouche Technique & Improvisation Vol 1" Denis helps the student develop a strong foundation. Using phrases to help develop the student's ear and technique, Denis moves along quickly. Each concept or phrase is shown at tempo. Denis then proceeds to dissect the example into its core components, slowing the elements down until the student is given a comprehensive analysis and demonstration. Finally, the example is performed in context with rhythm guitar accompaniment. Correct Right Hand Technique, Fingerings, Picking Patterns are emphasized and demonstrated. Throughout the DVD, Denis stresses Ear Training and Development.

Endorsed by Michael Brecker, Jamey Aebersold, and others, this is the only book that shows how blues scales can be used to create meaningful jazz solos, even if you are a total beginner. The accompanying CD of Dan with his working New York rhythm section demonstrates how each exercise should sound, as well as giving the student an hour of swinging play-along accompaniment to practice with. Also features many transcribed phrases of blues scale playing by the masters of jazz.

John Abercrombie is known for his innovative playing in both contemporary and traditional jazz guitar styles. He's recorded and toured with Miles Davis, Billy Cobham, Ralph Towner, Gato Barbieri, Michael Brecker, Jack DeJohnette, Warren Bernhardt and Andy LaVerne, among countless others. Since the 1970s, John's own ensembles have been recorded extensively on the ECM label.

John Abercrombie is known for his innovative playing in both contemporary and traditional jazz guitar styles. He's recorded and toured with Miles Davis, Billy Cobham, Ralph Towner, Gato Barbieri, Michael Brecker, Jack DeJohnette, Warren Bernhardt and Andy LaVerne, among countless others. Since the 1970s, John's own ensembles have been recorded extensively on the ECM label.

XLN Addictive Drums has everything you need to make a professional drumtrack production. It's flexible, yet very quick to learn and use. Addictive Drums is built on three major, and equally important, building blocks. You really need ALL three of them to get a complete drum production:

Get the perfect jazz vibe with this collection of versatile drum loops. Jazz Drums Loop Pak contains 100 drum loops, each in the time-stretchable Apple Loop, Rex2, RMX, and Acidized WAV formats. This download contains 280MB of total material in tempos ranging from 70-200 BPM. From slow and dark ambience to uptempo grooves, these drum loops are fluid playing at its best. Also included are some brushed jazz classics. This pak is full of useful classic and contemporary drum loops in a variety of jazz patterns.

In this information-packed DVD, master jazz drummer and clinician Peter Magadini reveals the essential ingredients of jazz drumming. Inspirational live performances, concise explanations, demonstrations and exercises provide a comprehensive overview of traditional and contemporary jazz drumming styles and techniques, including:

'Ultra Drums: Kick Drums' is for those in search of ultra-quality drum samples. Patch Banks & Sound Co presents an impeccable collection of 101 selective kick drums suited for House, Trance and Electronic club music.