For many; the story of jazz guitar begins with Charlie Christian. In 1939; at 23 years old; Charlie joined the Bennie Goodman Sextet; already one of the most famous jazz bands in the world. Over the next two years of his all-too-brief life Charlie redefined the role of jazz guitar; expanding it from its role in the rhythm section to that of lead instrument on par with the great horn players. Simultaneously; his late-night jam sessions alongside Thelonious Monk; Dizzy Gillespie; Charlie Parker; and Kenny Clarke at Harlems renowned Mintons jazz club led to a revolutionary new jazz called Bebop. To best understand Charlie Christians approach to improvising; for each song this book provides multiple examples of his soloing. Comparing and contrasting these different solos---taken from alternate takes; various recording sessions; and live radio broadcasts---will give you a better sense of not only Charlies core concepts; but also how he developed a variety of ideas out of them. Each song is presented with performance notes that include information about the recordings (date; place; personnel; etc.); a lead sheet for the composition; and transcriptions of the live and studio performances placed in chronological order---in both standard notation and tablature. In addition; there is a full analysis of his improvisation style to give you ideas on what to look out for. Weve also included a bio; a discussion of his gear; and tributes from over 30 jazz greats.Featuring multiple solos from:* As Long as I Live* Bennys Bugle* Boy Meets Goy (Grand Slam)* Flying Home* Gone with "What" Wind* Good Enough to Keep (Air Mail Special)* Honeysuckle Rose* Ive Found a New Baby* Rose Room* The Sheik of Araby
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