Joe Pass - JAZZ LINES
Joe Pass discusses the scales and arpeggios he uses when improvising. Joe also demonstrates non-stop improvised lines for: major 7th, minor7th, static and altered dominant 7th chord types plus a special section on turnarounds. Get insight into how Joe 'thinks' while improvising. Booklet included. (60 min.) Also available: Joe Pass: Boxed Set. Two Joe Pass videos, JAZZ LINES and AN EVENING WITH JOE PASS packaged together in an attractive slipcover.

John Scofield - JAZZ-FUNK GUITAR I
Featuring Dennis Chambers, Gary Grainger and Jim Beard reunited withthe electrifying John Scofield. John's multi-faceted style is covered in depth as he discusses intervallic ideas, string-skipping, chordal concepts, playing ideas across the fingerboard and developing your own personal sound. (66 min.)

John Scofield - JAZZ-FUNK GUITAR II  VH0149
On Jazz-Funk Guitar II, John covers the compositional aspect of hisstyle as he analyzes the songs performed on this tape and reveals the correct chord voicings and melody lines. Using his own tunes,John goes over concepts such as chromaticism, form, contour, voice-leading, pedal tones and contrary motion. (62 min. VHS)

John Scofield - ON IMPROVISATION  VH001
John Scofield is an internationally respected musician known for his fluid guitar playing and inventive improvisation. This video covers such topics as the use of seventeen major modes and scales, chromatics, passing tones and various approaches to improvisation. (60 min.)

LARRY CARLTON  HL 00324300
This Grammy Award-winning jazz/rock guitarist has recorded with Steely Dan, Diana Ross, Neil Diamond, Olivia Newton-John, Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson, and others. On this VHS video he discusses blues and chord substitution. 60 minutes.

LARRY CARLTON - VOLUME 2  HL 00324305
Discover the answers to the 'most asked questions' about how Larry Carlton, one of today's most influential jazz/rock guitarists, achieves his soulful and memorable style in this revealing 45-minute session. Larry presents an in-depth look at how to solo and improvise jazz, blues and be-bop variations with keyboard accompaniment provided by Terry Trotter. He covers many vital performance tips and techniques, including: playing over ballads, expanding phrases, creating chord melodies, creating your own solo arrangements, and more. Whether you want to become a session player or enhance your performance skills, Larry Carlton gives you some insight to what it takes. 45 minutes VHS video.

MIKE STERN  HL 00320269
Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist Mike Stern has been in the public eye (and ears) since he was a member of the Miles Davis Band in the early '80s. His prolific performances and recordings have earned him recognition as one of the best and most popular contemporary guitarists today. This, his first instructional video, includes four live performances by Mike and his band at the 55 Bar in New York City, the historical club in which Mike has played for over 15 years, accompanied by many great musicians, including Jaco Pastorius. Additionally, in an exclusive interview with New York-based jazz guitarist Satoshi Inoue, Stern offers his own analysis and explanation of each tune. The songs - a blues, a standard, a ballad, and a funk tune - were carefully selected by Mike himself in order to demonstrate every aspect of his guitar performance and techniques. He also gives insight into his background, influences and practice routines, and provides a thorough review of his gear configurations. Everything you need to know about this versatile guitar master! Includes booklet. Approximately 65 minutes. VHS Video.

Pat Martino - CREATIVE FORCE 2-PACK
Creative Force is an incredible three-hour, two-part instructional video series covering Pat Martino's unique philosophies for and insights into improvising and solo guitar playing. Part 1 details Pat's diminished concept, his special system of  "converting to minor," and his incredible picking technique. In Part 2, Pat further explains and demonstrates his "converting to minor" system for improvising, and he outlines his unique augmented concept. He also shares valuable advice on phrasing and dynamics.

Pat Martino - CREATIVE FORCE HIGHLIGHTS  REH852
A powerful 30-minute edition of select teaching and performance segments from the original Pat Martino Creative Force two-part video series. Pat reveals his unique philosophy and insights into improvising and solo guitar playing. (30 min.)

Pat Martino - Quantum Guitar: Advance Concepts  REH879
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. VHS)

Pat Martino - Quantum Guitar: Analysis of a Tune  REH880
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 transcriptions and Pat's solos for them in music and tablature. (70 min. VHS)

Shawn Lane - POWER LICKS  REH837
In POWER LICKS, Shawn Lane shows how he takes a basic sequence 'shape' and moves it in various ways around the fingerboard unleashing hundreds of useful melodic lines and licks. He also shares his favorite scale sequences and demonstrates his unbelievable right and left-hand techniques. W/ booklet. (60 min.)

Shawn Lane - POWER SOLOS  REH838
Shawn Lane teaches note-for-note solo excerpts from his unique compositions. In a special section on pentatonic scales, he demonstrates favorite fingering patterns and picking sequences which create hundreds of unusual pentatonic lines. An intense video from one of today's power players. Booklet included. (60 min.)

Stanley Jordan  HL 00324230
This VHS video presents a rare and insightful glimpse of the revolutionary 'touch' or 'tapping technique' of guitar playing, a method where Stanley places both hands on the neck using his fingers hammering-on independently. Using no dubs or other studio effects he is able to sound like two or three guitarists playing simultaneously. Viewers will discover the secrets to his style as well as tips for their own playing, such as: improvising expressive melodies, utilizing a full range of dynamics, using electronics to create unique sounds, developing practice techniques, improving dexterity, and much more. Also includes a booklet with transcriptions of his riffs. 90 minutes.

THE GUITAR ARTISTRY OF BILL FRISELL  HL 00320210
Bill Frisell stands out among contemporary guitarists with his innovative playing style and unique sound. This is the first instructional video to introduce Bill's playing and to present his individual approach in detail. In the six chapters of the video - background, technique, effects, harmony, rhythm and arrangement - Bill analyzes various aspects of his magical techniques and imaginative conception. Features performances of his famous former trio with Kermit Driscoll (bass) and Joey Baron (drums). Songs include: When We Go · Strange Meeting · Rag · The Days of Wine and Roses. Includes a 20-page booklet. 60 minutes. VHS Video.

WHAMMY BAR AND STRING BENDING  HL 00320018
Mat Gurman has performed with Kenny Loggins and The Tonight Show Band, and done workshops with Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Williams, and Carmen McRae. His video covers single string bending, unison bends, double stops to three part harmony bends, left hand technique, pitch accuracy, targeting note choices, and more. He also explains how to choose a whammy bar system and use effects like dive bombing, scooping, sonic blasts, and Banshee howls. 32 minutes. VHS Video.

YOU CAN PLAY JAZZ GUITAR
With special guests Vinnie Martucci, keyboards and Rich Syracuse, bass. Complete three tape series. This comprehensive method is clear, accessible and highly informative. Mike DeMicco has devised the essential series thatOs perfect for anyone eager to play jazz guitar. VIDEO ONE: This hands-on jazz primer contains an enormous amount of information, from improvising on II-V-I chords to arranging a complex jazz standard. Mike teaches scales, modes, voicings and other important basics, then shows how to put them to use. 82-MINUTE VIDEO * INCLUDES MUSIC + DIAGRAMS * BEGINNER LEVEL. VIDEO TWO: Mike presents dozens of examples to show how to create dazzling solos over chord changes. He uses styles developed by Mike Stern, Tal Farlow, John Coltrane and others to explain how to use solo lines, passing tones and other devices to create personalized improvisations. 80-MINUTE VIDEO * INCLUDES MUSIC + DIAGRAMS * EARLY INTERMEDIATE LEVEL. VIDEO THREE: Starting with his bebop-oriented tune 'Boptology,' Mike shows how to build creative solos, challenging players to find their own voice. The melody of this tune is a complete study tool as it illustrates a compelling synthesis of several jazz styles. Mike then takes apart the classic Victor Young standard 'Love Letters' to fully discuss chord melodies and new ideas for soloing. 60-MINUTE VIDEO * INCLUDES MUSIC + DIAGRAMS * INTERMEDIATE LEVEL.