Pat Martino Instructional Material

Pat Martino, one of the true giants of jazz guitar, imparts his extraordinary concepts for jazz improvisation. Part 1 covers Pat's diminished concept and his special system of minor conversion. With standard notation and tab. All of Pat's examples are contained on the included recording. (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.)

Same as above, but with a cassette tape instead of a CD.

Pat Martino: The Early Years
Pat Martino is clearly one of the most important figures in jazz guitar, influencing scores of musicians and players. Steve Kahn, a significant player in his own right, transcribed 16 of Pat's solos giving jazz students an incredible learning tool. Includes Steve's analysis of Pat's style, and a bio-sketch of both guitarists.

Pat Martino reveals his favorite single-note passages: improvising over ii-V-I and other common progressions; melodic minor, Dorian, chromatic, and other scales; passing tones, tritone substitution, and dominant seventh arpeggios; and more. (Hal Leonard Corporation)

"Quantum Guitar: Analysis of a Tune" is the first tape in a two-tape series on Pat Martino's unique approach to modern guitar playing, and is designed as a continuation of his first video series "Creative Force." Here is a rare opportunity to see what Pat Martino does best -- playing live in a New York City jazz club with his quartet . The tape includes four complete tunes: the booklet has three tran scriptions and Pat's solos for them in music and tablature. (70 min .) (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.)

Creative Force:
Parts I and II Boxed Set
Both "Creative Force" videos packaged together in an attractive slipcover. (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.)

Creative Force: Highlights
A powerful 30-minute edition of select teaching and performance seg ments from the original Pat Martino "Creative Force" two-part video series. Pat reveals his unique philosophy and insights into improv ising and solo guitar playing. (30 min.) (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.)

Quantum Guitar Vol. II: Advanced Concepts
"Quantum Guitar: Advanced Concepts" is an intense study of Pat Martino's unique approach to, and philosophy of, contemporary improvising. The tape includes several inspiring demonstrations and live performances by Pat and his quartet. The accompanying booklet is packed with transcribed examples in both tablature and standard notation . (75 min.) (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.)

 This collection of in-depth text and CD lessons is specifically designed to help the novice player emulate seven jazz guitar giants. The concepts and techniques contained within these workshops are essential to the understanding of how the great players themselves work, and also to the mechanics of jazz guitar playing in general. The important areas of chord substitution, "minorisation," altered tension, chord/scale relationships, comping, pedals, and octave playing are all examined in depth. In addition to offering a wealth of theoretical and practical material, artist bios are presented and analyzed to determine the players' overall significance in the history and development of jazz guitar style and technique. The artists portrayed here are: Kenny Burrell, Hank Garland, Barney Kessel, Pat Martino, Wes Montgomery, Johnny Smith, and Joe Pass. Written in leadsheet format (notation and chord symbols) with chord grid diagrams on selected pieces. (c)2001, 64 pages. Book & CD.

 Examine the solo concepts of top jazz guitarists in this info-packed book/CD pack. The CD includes full demonstration and rhythm-only tracks to assist with learning the styles of Kenny Burrell, Jim Hall, Barney Kessel, Pat Martino, Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, Johnny Smith and many others. The book includes phrase-by-phrase performance notes; tips on arpeggio substitution, scale substitution, tension and resolution, jazz-blues, chord soloing and more; and standard notation and tab. (c)2002, 16 pages. Book & CD.

 Elden believes you learn jazz by playing jazz, and this book willhave you doing just that. No complicated theory or scales here, just 40 lines, licks, and phrases in the straight-ahead styles ofWes Montgomery, Pat Martino, and George Benson to give you a feelfor the music. The cassette includes all of the lines, plus combinations and solo possibilities. ©1992, 32 pages. Book & Audio Cassette.

 Written for the musician who is interested in acquiring a firm foundation for playing jazz, this unique book/CD pack examines the phrases of the masters! Over 800 licks are provided in the styles of Tal Farlow, Pat Martino, Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, Johnny Smith, and other jazz guitar greats! The book includes standard notation and tablature, and the CD contains note-for-note demonstrations of every lick. (c)2002, 112 pages. Book & CD.

 Legendary guitarist Pat Martino shares his personal formula for chord conversions with you. This uniquely simple system allows you to think melody, not theory. Amply illustrated with some of Pat's favorite lines. (REH Book)

GUITAR TIPS brings together some of the world's greatest guitarists, each providing his own insights on music and the guitar. JAZZ GUITAR TIPS features Joe Pass, Pat Martino, Clint Strong and Herb Ellis with host Don Mock performing and demonstrating improvising over static chords, II-V-I progressions and turnarounds. Other sections include comping, solo guitar playing, picking, right-hand technique and playing the blues. (WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, INC.) 

 The Best of Pat Martino: A Step-By-Step Breakdown of the Guitar Styles and Techniques of a Modern Jazz Legend
 Pat Martino learned how to play superb jazz guitar twice; he emerged as a powerful musical force in the '60s, playing pro at age 15, then had to relearn everything after brain surgery in 1980 caused him to forget how to play. With this book/CD pack, you can learn the trademark riffs, solos and compositions of this remarkable modern jazz guitar virtuoso. Features in-depth explorations of 14 works: All Blues · Along Came Betty · Blue in Green · Nefertiti · Oleo · Road Song · Stone Blue · The Visit · and more. (Hal Leonard Corporation)

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