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The article focuses on the musical legacy of Roland Dyens, highlighting his prowess as a guitarist, composer, and arranger. Topics discussed include Dyens' influences from jazz and Brazilian music, his innovative arrangements of jazz classics for classical guitar, and performance insights into his arrangements of "Nuages" by Django Reinhardt and "Round Midnight" by Thelonious Monk.

The article discusses about Squier's Paranormal series of guitars, highlighting two specific models: the Paranormal Jazzmaster XII and the Paranormal Nashville Stratocaster. These guitars offer unique and versatile features at affordable prices, challenging preconceptions about the Squier brand. The focus is on the distinct qualities of these guitars, including the 12-string configuration of the Jazzmaster XII and the blend of Strat and Telecaster features in the Nashville Stratocaster.

The article focuses on Lorne Lofsky, a renowned jazz guitarist, and his expertise in using natural and artificial harmonics in his playing. Topics include Lofsky's illustrious career, his inspiration from legendary guitarists such as Lenny Breau and Chet Atkins, and the instructional approach of providing musical exercises and excerpts to help readers incorporate these harmonic techniques in their playing.

The article focuses on jazz guitarist and composer Kurt Rosenwinkel and his business venture, the record label Heartcore Records. It mentions the release of Rosenwinkel's album "The Next Step Band" under Heartcore, as well as the publication of his book "Kurt Rosenwinkel's Ultimate Book of Compositions." Other projects of Rosenwinkel include arrangements for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.

The article discusses the versatility of guitarist Alex Skolnick, known for his work in both thrash-metal with Testament and jazz with the Alex Skolnick Trio, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement in music. Skolnick provides five tips for aspiring guitarists, including being honest about their current skill level and finding enjoyment in the process of improvement.

The article presents profile of bassists Lenny Kravitz and his solo music albums. Topics discussed include ability of Kravitz to play other instruments apart from guitar including piano and drum kit, his music albums "The Hunger Games," "Are You Gonna Go My Way" and "The Majesty Of Love," and presents comments of Kravitz on solo bass players.

The article explores the music of guitarist Grant Green. The author announces the release of the albums "Funk In France: Paris And Antibes (1969-1970)" and "Slick! Live At Oil Can Harry's." Emphasis is given to topics such as Green's merging of jazz and funk styles, critical reception, his recording with saxophonist Rusty Bryant, and the success of live albums such as "Live at the Lighthouse."

A reprint of a Blindfold Test, published in the June 29, 1967 issue of the journal "DownBeat," in which guitarist Wes Montgomery listens to various jazz tracks without knowing the performers and gives his feedback is presented. He rates guitarist George Benson's song "Benny's Back" with three stars, praising the guitar solo. For guitarist Roland Kirk's song "Making Love After hours," he also gives three stars, acknowledging its appeal to the current market but considers it less jazzy.

An interview with guitarist Russ Hewitt is presented. Topics of the interview include Hewitt's description for jazz as the people see it and the way he sees it, his perception of the music business since he started his career, and his techniques of playing music that would interest different groups of people.

A biography is presented of Bobby Broom, American jazz guitarist,which includes increasing popularity through the music "Clean Sweep", touring with guitar legen Sonny Rollins, and music sheet excerpts of songs "House of the Rising Sun" and "The Way You Look Tonight".

While jazz studies curricula abound, a resource dedicated especially to the applied jazz guitar studio which addresses not only repertoire and technical studies but also the broader areas of jazz [...]

The article offers information on the guitar playing techniques of American jazz musician Jaco Pastorius for his composition "Teen Town," and mentions topics including the parallel chords, perpetual motion, and four-string head.

The article features musician Al Di Meola and his musical career as of September 2014. It claims that Di Meola's music is the jazz-rock fusion, which is characterized by advanced harmony, rhythmic complexity and rock energy and tone. It cites that Di Meola became a member of keyboardist Chick Corea's band Return To Forever (RTF), as well as Barry Miles' quintet, and performed with saxophonist Eric Kloss.

The article discusses an interview with jazz guitarist and singer Rosie Frater-Taylor. Topics explored include her jazz guitar playing techniques, her interest in the music of American guitarist George Benson, and brief details about her educational background, family, and music performance and recording plans.

It happens just a few times in your life--you're going about your business, playing a gig, doing a little woodshedding, trading some licks with another musician, seeing some live music, [...]

The article focuses on the early recordings of jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery and his group. The exact dates and settings of the recordings are said to be unclear. The recordings are released as "Echoes of Indiana Avenue." The routes possibly taken by Montgomery when he returned to Indianapolis, Indiana in 1950 are examined.

An interview with jazz guitarist Greg Skaff is presented. When asked about how he learned to play jazz music, Skaff mentions that he began to study music on the guitar his parents gave him in Christmas without formal music lessons. He notes his first professional gig with saxophonist Stanley Turrentine at Carnegie Hall in New York City. He also points out the challenging role of guitarists in a backup group for vocalists.

The article features tips and lessons for guitarists on playing Texas Swing or Western swing. INSET: THE TOP TEN WESTERN..

The article discusses the death of Jazz guitarist Pat Martino on November 1, 2021, at age 77, following a long illness, the creation of an album of solo piano music by jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel, and tribute to Bill Withers by Blues artist Keb' Mo' on his upcoming album "Good To Be" with a cover of the late vocalist's classic "Lean On Me."

Ask a non-musician to name two great tastes that taste great together, and he'll probably mutter something about chocolate peanut butter cups. Ask a jazz musician, and there's a good […]

Since emerging on the jazz scene nearly 40 yers ago, Jim Hall has exhibited musical growth unparalleled by other players of his generation. While his peers continued to rely on […]

Reviews several guitar and jazz music recordings performed by Frank Zappa 'Absolutely Free'; 'Bongo Fury'; 'Them or Us.'

The sheet music for the song "Tin Pan Allegretto" by Marvin Falcon is presented.