: Includes sections on swing, jazz waltz, and Latin rhythms (like Clave), as well as advanced voice leading and chord simplification for playing with a bass player.
: Calls it a "helpful and organized tool" for understanding the "complex subtleties of jazz improvisation". Joe's Guitar Method Towards A Jazz Improviser's...
: Introduces tri-tone substitutions, passing chords, and three-note voicings for seventh chord inversions. : Includes sections on swing, jazz waltz, and
The book has received praise from several legendary figures in the jazz world: The book has received praise from several legendary
: Refers to it as the " Basics Bible " and a "wonderful addition to the personal library of any jazz student or teacher".
: Describes it as a "must for beginners, intermediate or advanced students," noting its impressive depth of information and logical construction.
The method is noted for being a "complete course in harmony". Key topics covered include:
