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A collection of studies composed for musicians who wish to extend themselves in improvisation, composition, sight reading and general musicianship skills. Each etude has a theoretical explanation, suggestions for performance and tips for practice routines. Two CDs of combo accompaniments performed by members of the Yellowjackets are included. All books are compatible and written so that they can be performed together.
Chapter 1: Blues in C Major
Summary: Introduces the basic 12-bar blues form in C major. Explores the use of the pentatonic scale, blue notes, and shuffle rhythm.
Real Example: Etude 1 demonstrates a simple blues progression with a shuffle groove, incorporating bends and hammer-ons.
Chapter 2: Blues in F Major
Summary: Shifts the blues form to F major, emphasizing the use of the pentatonic scale over the I-IV-V chord progression. Introduces variations such as chromatic bends and double stops.
Real Example: Etude 2 showcases a bluesy riff with double stops and a chromatic bend, gradually building up to a solo section.
Chapter 3: Blues in Bb Major
Summary: Explores the nuances of blues in Bb major, focusing on the use of the pentatonic and blues scales. Introduces techniques like slide guitar and syncopated rhythms.
Real Example: Etude 3 demonstrates slide guitar techniques and incorporates syncopated rhythms within a soulful blues progression.
Chapter 4: Funk in C Major
Summary: Introduces the basic elements of funk music in C major, including the syncopated rhythms, wah-wah effects, and funky chords.
Real Example: Etude 4 showcases a syncopated funk groove with a wah-wah effect, exploring the use of ghost notes and percussive techniques.
Chapter 5: Funk in F Major
Summary: Shifts the funk form to F major, emphasizing the use of the wah-wah effect and chromatic harmonies. Introduces techniques like rhythmic displacement and rhythmic syncopation.
Real Example: Etude 5 demonstrates a funky riff with rhythmic displacement and syncopation, gradually building up to a solo section featuring chromatic sequences.
Chapter 6: Funk in Bb Major
Summary: Explores the complexities of funk in Bb major, focusing on the use of extended chords and the wah-wah effect.
Real Example: Etude 6 showcases a funky groove with extended chords, incorporating wah-wah effects and rhythmic variations.
Chapter 7: Blues-Funk Fusion
Summary: Marries the elements of blues and funk in a hybrid form. Explores the use of extended chords, wah-wah effects, and syncopated rhythms.
Real Example: Etude 7 demonstrates a blues-funk fusion riff with a syncopated rhythm and wah-wah effects, showcasing the interplay between bluesy melodies and funky grooves.
Chapter 8: Advanced Blues in C Major
Summary: Explores advanced techniques for blues playing in C major, including diminished scales, chromatic harmonies, and complex rhythms.
Real Example: Etude 8 showcases a demanding blues riff featuring diminished scales, chromatic chords, and syncopated rhythms, demonstrating the guitarist's technical proficiency.
Chapter 9: Advanced Funk in F Major
Summary: Introduces complex rhythms, extended chords, and advanced techniques for funk playing in F major.
Real Example: Etude 9 demonstrates a funky groove with intricate rhythms, extended chords, and techniques like double stops and tapping.
Chapter 10: Advanced Blues-Funk Fusion
Summary: Combines the advanced techniques of blues and funk in a fusion context. Explores the use of complex harmonies, unconventional rhythms, and percussive techniques.
Real Example: Etude 10 showcases a demanding blues-funk fusion riff with complex harmonies, syncopated rhythms, and percussive techniques, challenging the guitarist's musical abilities.
