Professionally recorded Gypsy Jazz playalong tracks for beginners or seasoned musicians who wish to work on licks and concepts. There are no arrangements whatsoever; each song begins on the first chord, and ends on the root chord.

Contains:

• PDF chord charts
• Two versions of each song recorded at 100 and 150 bpm

MP3 files encoded at 192kpbs.

These playalongs are 100% free. To access them, you will need to create an account. You can then simply add this product to your shopping cart and follow the instructions. You will NOT be charged.

Check back regularly as more songs will be added! Follow our blog for updates; or follow us on twitter / facebook.

Song list (last update 18/07/2011):

After You've Gone
All Of Me
Blues in C
Blues in G
Blues en Mineur
Coquette
Daphné
Dinah
Djangology
Hungaria
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I'll See You In My Dreams
It Don't Mean a Thing
Lady Be Good
Les Yeux Noirs
Lulu Swing
Minor Swing
Rhythm Changes in G
Stompin' at Decca
Sweet Georgia Brown
What Is This Thing Called Love

GUITAR: Denis Chang
BASS: Paul Van Dyk

Free samples:

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[section link=Dark Eyes (Intermediate)]
[section link=Lady Be Good (Beginner)]
[section link=Lady Be Good (Intermediate)]
[section link=Rhythm Changes in G (Intermediate)]

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Click here to download transcription.

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Click here to download transcription.

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Click here to download transcription.

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[file=Lady-Be-Good-2.mp4]

Click here to download transcription.

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42 jazz violin etudes on 21 classic Gypsy Jazz standards. Featuring renowned jazz violinist Tim Kliphuis (Rosenberg Trio, Fapy Lafertin, Angelo Debarre, etc...)

Contains:

• HD video performance of each etude
• Beginner and intermediate level etudes for each song
• Fully transcribed in standard notation with chord charts

Click here for free backing tracks.

The beginner etudes focus on the building blocks of learning how to outline changes through the use of simple licks, melodies, and rhythms; all in first position.

The intermediate etudes are actual professional-level performances; with just enough technical restraint, so as to make them accessible to most veteran fiddlers.

List of songs:

After You've Gone
All Of Me
Blues in C
Blues in G
Blues en Mineur
Coquette
Daphné
Dinah
Djangology
Hungaria
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I'll See You In My Dreams
It Don't Mean a Thing
Lady Be Good
Les Yeux Noirs
Lulu Swing
Minor Swing
Rhythm Changes in G
Stompin' at Decca
Sweet Georgia Brown
What Is This Thing Called Love

IMPORTANT: Please note that these are streamed videos; only the PDF transcriptions can be downloaded. When access is purchased, you will have permanent access to this lesson and all updates/corrections (if any) will be free of charge!

Read the rest of this entry »

Free samples:

[Section link=Bluegrass Influences]
[Section link=Le Sautille - Lesson]
[Section link=Techno Etudes - Part 1]

An in-depth study on the guitar style of Ewan Dobson.

Summary:

• HD video lessons where Ewan Dobson talks about his influences and guitar style.
• A series of exercises that are the foundation of his techno guitar style.
• Harmony primer that explains the choice of harmonies behind Ewan's music.
• Passages from his compositions (see list below) are broken down and explained in great detail.
• Pertinent examples are fully transcribed in TAB and standard notation.
• An exclusive unreleased studio recording in mp3 format: "Techno Guitar 101"; along with video performance, transcription and lesson.

Chapters:

• Practice Tips
• Electric Guitar Influences
• Classical Guitar Influences
• Bluegrass Influences
• Playing Classical Music with a Pick
• Fingerstyle Guitar
• Techno Guitar Style
• Techno Guitar Etudes
• Harmonics
• Gear

List of songs:

Blood And Ice (Excerpt)
Techno Guitar 101
Le Sautillé

Recommended prerequesites:

About the In The Style series:

The In The Style series focus strictly on the playing style of the artist. These are not general "how to" lessons. The goal of these lessons is to give insight on a wide range of topics relevant to the musical style of the artist. Advanced students will be able to immediately absorb and work on many of the concepts covered in the lessons. Beginner and intermediate level students will benefit greatly from the transcriptions of the numerous video performances with close ups when relevant. Music is like a language, and it is best learnt by surrounding yourself with better musicians. The goal of the "In The Style Series" is to give you this access, as much as possible, in the comfort of your own home!

About Ewan Dobson:

With over 10 million YouTube views in 2011, a growing army of crazed fans around the world, and numerous music awards under his belt, Ewan Dobson has established himself as one of Canada’s most brilliant and exhilarating young guitarists. The development of Ewan Dobson into the artist that he is today has been an eclectic journey to say the least. After humble beginnings with his first electric guitar playing heavy metal and hard rock music to the structured discipline of his classical training, Dobson has expanded his repertoire to include Bluegrass, Metal, Canadian folk, Techno, Trance, Video Game and Contemporary Fingerstyle music. The culmination of all of these diverse influences has fueled his creativity to compose his own unique brand of music and resulted in creating the captivating artist that he is today.

IMPORTANT: Please note that these are streamed videos; only the PDF transcriptions and MP3 files can be downloaded. When access is purchased, you will have permanent access to this lesson and all updates/corrections (if any) will be free of charge!

[Section for=Bluegrass Influences]
[file=ED-Bluegrass-Influences.mp4]

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[Section for=Le Sautille - Lesson]
[file=ED-Le-Sautille-Lesson.mp4]

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[Section for=Techno Etudes - Part 1]
[file=ED-Techno-Etudes-1.mp4]

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Read the rest of this entry »

Free samples:

[Section link=Reuben's Train]
[Section link=Dancing With Her]
[Section link=Introduction, Romance & Waltz]

An in-depth study on the guitar style of Ewan Dobson. This second installment is a continuation of In The Style Of Ewan Dobson Vol.1. The lessons in volume 2 are self-contained but refer to certain techniques covered in volume 1.

Summary:

• Passages from his compositions (see list below) are broken down and explained in great detail.
• Pertinent examples are fully transcribed in TAB and standard notation.
• Alternate live version of Time 2. Includes video lesson, mp3 and full transcription.

List of songs (excertps unless otherwise indicated):

Reuben's Train
Acoustimetallus Plectrus
Level 5
Dancing With Her
Dancing With Her 2010
Disk Read Error
Through The Roof
Introduction, Romance, Waltz
Donkey Kong Expansion Pack
Best Friend
Wash Away
Time 2 (Full transcription and lesson)

Recommended prerequesites:

About the In The Style series:

The In The Style series focus strictly on the playing style of the artist. These are not general "how to" lessons. The goal of these lessons is to give insight on a wide range of topics relevant to the musical style of the artist. Advanced students will be able to immediately absorb and work on many of the concepts covered in the lessons. Beginner and intermediate level students will benefit greatly from the transcriptions of the numerous video performances with close ups when relevant. Music is like a language, and it is best learnt by surrounding yourself with better musicians. The goal of the "In The Style Series" is to give you this access, as much as possible, in the comfort of your own home!

About Ewan Dobson:

With over 10 million YouTube views in 2011, a growing army of crazed fans around the world, and numerous music awards under his belt, Ewan Dobson has established himself as one of Canada’s most brilliant and exhilarating young guitarists. The development of Ewan Dobson into the artist that he is today has been an eclectic journey to say the least. After humble beginnings with his first electric guitar playing heavy metal and hard rock music to the structured discipline of his classical training, Dobson has expanded his repertoire to include Bluegrass, Metal, Canadian folk, Techno, Trance, Video Game and Contemporary Fingerstyle music. The culmination of all of these diverse influences has fueled his creativity to compose his own unique brand of music and resulted in creating the captivating artist that he is today.

IMPORTANT: Please note that these are streamed videos; only the PDF transcriptions and MP3 files can be downloaded. When access is purchased, you will have permanent access to this lesson and all updates/corrections (if any) will be free of charge!

[Section for=Reuben's Train]

[file=ED-Reubens-Train.mp4]

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[Section for=Dancing With Her]

[file=ED-Dancing-With-Her.mp4]

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[Section for=Introduction, Romance & Waltz]

[file=ED-Introduction-Romance-Waltz.mp4]

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[Section for=Le Sautille - Lesson]
[file=ED-Le-Sautille-Lesson.mp4]

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[Section for=Techno Etudes - Part 1]
[file=ED-Techno-Etudes-1.mp4]

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