Free Samples:

Coquette
Djangology
Honeysuckle Rose
J'attendrai
Lady Be Good
Minor Swing Etudes

60 professionally recorded Gypsy Jazz playalong tracks. The tempos and arrangements are based on popular recordings by artists such as Django Reinhardt, The Rosenberg Trio, Biréli Lagrène,  etc…

These backing tracks are perfect for musicians who wish to have the full band experience; they can be used for solo gigs, busking, or practicing.

Contains:

• An improvisation guide with arpeggio suggestions for every song
• PDF chord charts
• 8 studies on 4 classic Gypsy Jazz standards: Minor Swing, Dark Eyes, All of Me, and Coquette. Transcriptions in standard notation and TAB. Mp3 recordings of each study is included

MP3 files are encoded at 192kbps

List of songs:

After You've Gone
All Of Me (3)
Blues Clair (2)
Blues en Mineur
China Boy
Coquette (2)
Daphne
Dinah
Dinette
Djangology
Django's Tiger (2)
Douce Ambiance
For Sephora
Honeysuckle Rose
Hungaria (2)
I Can't Give You Anything But Love (4)
I Love You I'll See You In My Dreams
It Don't Mean a Thing
I've Found a New Baby
J'attendrai
Je Suis Seul Ce Soir (2)
Joseph Joseph
Lady Be Good
Les Yeux Noirs (2)
Limehouse Blues (2)
Lulu Swing
Manoir de Mes Reves
Mélodie au Crépuscule (2)
Minor Swing (3)
Nuages (2)
Nuits de St-Germain-des-Prés
Rose Room
Sheik Of Araby
Shine
Stompin' at Decca
Sweet Georgia Brown (3)
Swing 42
Swing 48 (2)
Swing Gitan
Them There Eyes
What Is This Thing Called Love

GUITAR: Denis Chang
BASS: Paul Van Dyk

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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:

[Section link=All Of Me]
[Section link=Minor Swing]
[Section link=Vocabulary]
[file=G-Bergara-Como-Una-Flor.mp3 title=Playalong Sample]

An in-depth study on the Gypsy Jazz style of Argentinian guitarist Gonzalo Bergara.

Contains:

• HD video performances of Gonzalo improvising on standard changes, as well as his own compositions
• Lessons where Gonzalo shares his thoughts on various topics such as: effective ways of practicing; rhythm guitar; playing with conviction; learning phrases; influences; etc...
• Fully transcribed in standard notation and TAB
• Backing tracks

List of songs:

Standard progressions:

All Of Me
Blues in C
Coquette
Daphne
Djangology
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I'll See You In My Dreams
Les Yeux Noirs
Minor Swing
Sweet Georgia Brown

Compositions:

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!

Free Samples:

[Section link=All Of Me]
[Section link=Blues En Mineur]
[Section link=PART III - Interpretation]
[file=Y-Loeffler-Montagne-Ste-Genevieve.mp3 title=Playalong Sample "Montagne Ste-Geneviève"]

LESSON PORTION IN FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES

An in-depth study on the Gypsy Jazz style of French gypsy guitarist Yorgui Loeffler.

Contains:

• HD video performances of Yorgui Loeffler improvising on standard changes
• 3 gypsy waltzes
• Lessons where Yorgui shares his approach to music: learning by ear; rhythm guitar; improvisation; warm-up phrases; etc...
• Fully transcribed in standard notation and TAB
• Backing tracks

List of songs:

Standard progressions:

After You'Ve Gone
All Of Me
Blues En Mineur
Coquette
Djangology
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I'll See You In My Dreams
Lady Be Good
Les Yeux Noirs
Minor Swing

Waltzes:

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!

Free Samples:

[Section link=Rhythm Variations]
[Section link=Rumba Waltz]

LESSON PORTION IN FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES

An in-depth study on the Gypsy Jazz rhythm guitar style of French Gypsy guitarist Hono Winterstein.

Contains:

• HD video lessons where Hono teaches the basics of Gypsy Jazz rhythm techniques. Various rhythm styles used in Gypsy Jazz are covered (Swing rhythm, waltz, bossa nova, bolero, rumba, etc...).
• Examples fully transcribed in standard notation and TAB.
• In-depth Gypsy Jazz Chord Dictionary with diagrams and detailed analysis.

List of chapters:

• How I started
• Basics of Gypsy Jazz rhythm
• Left and right hand synchronisation
• Variations on Gypsy Jazz rhythm
• Waltz
• Bossa Nova
• Bolero
• Rumba
• Rumba Waltz
• Voicings on Minor Swing
• Voicings on I Can't Give You Anything But Love
• Voicings on Les Yeux Noirs
• Voicings on Rhythm Changes in C

About Hono Winterstein:

Hono Wintestein: a legend in the Gypsy Jazz world; seen on stage with the greatest musicians. Bireli Lagrene's faithful rhythm guitarist for over 8 years, he has performed in the most prestigious venues in France (Olympia, Zenith) and in the entire world (USA, Japan); he has also accompanied Dorado Schmitt, Tchavolo Schmitt, and many others. He is known as one of the very best Gypsy Jazz rhythm guitar players.

Free Samples:

[Section link=Night And Day]
[Section link=Les Yeux Noirs]
[Section link=The Sheik Of Araby]

An in-depth study on Gypsy Jazz chord voicing for rhythm guitar in the style of French Gypsy guitarist Hono Winterstein.

Contains:

• HD video performances of 37 standard progressions.
• Fully transcribed in standard notation and TAB.
• Lead sheet of common changes as well as transcriptions of Hono's voicings.

Standard progressions:

After You've Gone
All Of Me
Artillerie Lourde
Blues en Mineur
Blues in C
Bossa Dorado
Clair De Lune
Coquette
Dans Norvégienne
Daphné
Django's Tiger
Djangology
Donna Lee
Douce Ambiance
Honeysuckle Rose
Hungaria
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I'll See You In My Dreams
I've Found a New Baby
It Don't Mean a Thing
J'attendrai
Lady Be Good
Les Yeux Noirs
Limehouse Blues
Minor Swing
Night And Day
Nuages
Sheik Of Araby
Shine
Sweet Georgia Brown
Swing 42
Swing Gitan
Them There Eyes
There Will Never Be Another You
Topsy
Troublant Boléro
What Is This Thing Called Love 

Recommended prerequesites:

• Basic knowledge of Gypsy Jazz concepts (technique and accompaniment)
• Topics covered in Vol. 1

About Hono Winterstein:

Hono Winterstein: a legend in the Gypsy Jazz world; seen on stage with the greatest musicians. Bireli Lagrene's faithful rhythm guitarist for over 8 years, he has performed in the most prestigious venues in France (Olympia, Zenith) and in the entire world (USA, Japan); he has also accompanied Dorado Schmitt, Tchavolo Schmitt, and many others. He is known as one of the very best Gypsy Jazz rhythm guitar players.

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!

[Section for=Night And Day]

[file=Hono-Vol-2-Night-and-Day.mp4]

Click [file=Hono-Vol-2-Night-and-Day.zip title=here] to download the support files for this song.

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[Section for=Les Yeux Noirs]

[file=Hono-Vol-2-Les-Yeux-Noirs.mp4]

Click [file=Hono-Vol-2-Les-Yeux-Noirs.zip title=here] to download the support files for this song.

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[Section for=The Sheik Of Araby]

[file=Hono-Vol-2-Sheik-Of-Araby.mp4]

Click [file=Hono-Vol-2-Sheik-Of-Araby.zip title=here] to download the support files for this song.

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Free Samples:

[Section link=Blues En Mineur]
[Section link=J'attendrai]
[file=Jattendrai-NO-GTR.mp3 title=Playalong sample - J'attendrai]

Volume 3 of Hono Winterstein's Gypsy Jazz Rhythm series completes the previous two volumes by showing the student the actual application of Gypsy Jazz Rhythm in the context of a musical performance. Students will be able to observe the subtleties of Gypsy Jazz rhythm as Hono plays alongside Brady Winterstein (Lead Guitar), Ben Powell (Violin), and Paul Van Dyk (Bass).

Contains:

• HD video performances of 13 standards.
• Fully transcribed in standard notation and TAB.
• Lead sheet of every song, as well as transcriptions of Hono's voicings.
• Mp3 playalongs where Hono's rhythm guitar track is muted so that students can practice their rhythm in an actual performance context.

Standard progressions:

All Of Me
Blues en Mineur
Clair De Lune
Coquette
It Had To Be You
J'attendrai
Joseph Joseph
Lady Be Good
Minor Swing
Nuages
Stompin' At The Savoy
Sweet Georgia Brown
Troublant Boléro

Recommended prerequesites:

• Basic knowledge of Gypsy Jazz concepts (technique and accompaniment)
• Topics covered in Vol. 1 and Vol.2

About Hono Winterstein:

Hono Winterstein: a legend in the Gypsy Jazz world; seen on stage with the greatest musicians. Bireli Lagrene's faithful rhythm guitarist for over 8 years, he has performed in the most prestigious venues in France (Olympia, Zenith) and in the entire world (USA, Japan); he has also accompanied Dorado Schmitt, Tchavolo Schmitt, and many others. He is known as one of the very best Gypsy Jazz rhythm guitar players.

IMPORTANT: Please note that these are streamed videos; only the PDF transcriptions and MP3 playalongs 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=Blues En Mineur]

[file=Hono-Vol-3-Blues-En-Mineur.mp4]

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[Section for=J'attendrai]

[file=Hono-Vol-3-Jattendrai.mp4]

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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]

[/Section]

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

[/Section]

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

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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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