Having an appreciation of the basics of jazz gives all guitar players, jazzers or non-jazzers alike, a wealth of know-how to improve their playing. We’ll learn some jazz standards but take a closer look at what makes them work in terms of rhythm, harmony, melody and essential practical theory (lots of ‘lightbulb’moments!).
Jazz has so many rich facets for guitarists of all genres to benefit from. If you’re already playing jazz this course will provide further background knowledge, cement your technique and add to your repertoire. If you’re new to jazz then you’re in for a treat – there is so much to learn and add to your rhythm, use of harmony and approach to melody; all of which can be applied to your own preferred genres.
Using jazz standards (e.g. Autumn Leaves, Summertime, etc.) as our basis we’ll delve into the concepts a gain a firm understanding of the jazz language.
At a glance
A huge variety of classic jazz, and some unexpected, songs are used throughout to demonstrate and bring to life the theory covered.
These Day-Only sessions tend to fill quickly – book early to avoid disappointment.
B&B and dinners are available at the venue; these should be booked directly by yourself.
High Beginner to intermediate acoustic, electric guitar and bass players
As a guideline guitar players should be ok with:
Bass players should be familiar with major, maj7, minor, m7 and dom7 arpeggios in at least one position.
Our price for players is all-inclusive:
Our courses are teaching/playing guitar-fests but they’re paced to suit the group so they’re as much about having fun and enjoying a sociable time with fellow hobby players.
Playing together as a group is the best, and most enjoyable, way of learning and experiencing music.
The course has limited numbers in order to ensure the correct tutor-to-group ratio – book early to avoid disappointment.