Music Instruction

Fretboard Logic Combo DVD - Videos I and II

Fretboard Logic DVD is a combination of our first two videos at a discounted price. The latest release adds many user requested features including Multiple Menus, Chapter Stops, Infinite Looping, Custom Graphics and Direct Web Access.

Modern Electric Bass, Jaco Pastorius

Jazz great Pastorius instructs, does solo performance work, exclusive interviews, performance footage with Jeremy Jemmott, John Scofield and Kenwood Dennard; also cutting edge special features.

Steve Smith-Drumset Technique/History of the U.S. Beat DVD

In disc one of this 2-disc set, Steve explains hand and foot technique in ground-breaking detail and gets to the core of what drummers need to know in order to improve their feel and technical skills. In disc two, using examples by an all-star band, Steve explains the evolution of the drumset in U.S. Music -- how the drumset was first used in all the major styles of U.S. Music and how closely related all the styles are. Special features include xtensive bonus footage including alternate-take drum solos, a brilliant hi hat solo with a hi hat tutorial, alternate band takes, a camera-switching option, optional running commentary by Steve, a listening list, more.

Playin' The Blues, Robben Ford

On this DVD our exclusive on-screen fingering patterns along with great demonstrations will have you quickly learning Robben's favorite blues scales and phrases. Robben also reveals his unique fingerings for string bending and vibrato as well as a variety of right-hand techniques, from string poppin' with a thumb and fingers, to picking, and more. In the comping section, Robben shows you various chord voicings and rhythm guitar ideas he uses. Throughout this DVD, you'll hear Robben doing what he does so well, playin' the blues!

Understanding the Formula of Music

Learn how music really works! Can you hear music? If your answer is no...you can learn! "Whenever I hear a new song on the radio, I already know how to play it the moment I hear it!" It's as easy as watching TV! Music is as simple as first grade math, but a lot more fun! Sounds magic—but the truth is, all good musicians can do that! And so can you, after we've shown you what to listen for. Watching this video will make you musically enlightened! Most of us start by taking a few lessons on an instrument, or by trying to figure out how to play on our own. You will gain an ear for harmony & melody, plus knowledge of the mechanics, as well as the language of musical terms. Everything is laid out in the most logical order, with the easiest examples to practice on. The best thing about it is that it's so much fun, you'll forget you're studying! Be that guy who everyone thinks is a natural-born talent! Now you can learn on your own without being at the mercy of teachers & books. You'll have music in you coming out your ears! Learn ear training, the Nashville Numbering System, Perfect Pitch, history of the formula, voicing, how to figure out the chords to any song, how to recognize intervals, tempered scale, circles of 4ths & 5ths, and much more! It will give you the understanding that the pros have! It's really just 4 years of college music theory condensed down into 2-hours of just watching TV. Find out why those great musicians are so talented and join 'em yourself! It's not such a mystery if you know what you're doing. Split screen close ups & video graphics put it right in your lap! No matter what instrument you are learning, this video Will HELP!!!

Playing & Understanding Jazz Guitar

Jazz is one of the most challenging and satisfying styles of music you can play on the guitar. This video lesson presents a very clear and thorough introduction to jazz guitar. You will study all the licks, chords, scales and theory that you will need to know to get started. In this 75 minute lesson, Fred Sokolow shows you: Chord construction and chord types, including inversions and diminished chords Scalewise progressions and how to use them Circle-of-fifths progressions and how to play and recognize them Chord comping, chord soloing and playing single-note solos to standards like I Got Rhythm, Honeysuckle Rose and Watch What Happens How to improvise solos using scales and chord-based licks How to solo over II-V-I standard changes A detailed tab/music instructional booklet is included as a PDF file on the DVD.

Chop Builder, Frank Gambale

Keep those chops in shape! This intense routine three times a week will increase guitar fitness, strengthen hands and increase speed and dexterity while improving music theory and fretboard knowledge. The emphasis is on endurance. A challenging and motivational DVD. With booklet. (75 min.)

Vocal Master Class with Renee Grant-Williams

The Blues and Beyond, Robben Ford

The Blues & Beyond reveals Robben's advanced concepts for improvising and comping. Performing his well-known renditions of several blues classics, Robben demonstrates how he plays over chord changes. Robben also discusses phrasing and playing "outside" using pentatonic, diminished, and melodic minor scales. Check out the "Miles Groove," where Robbem plays a great solo combining blues, bebop, and modern "out" lines. And to help you capture Robben's unique style, most of the solos, chords, and playing demonstrations have been transcribed in the music and tab book included.

Modes No More Mystery, Frank Gambale

Frank presents a clear and easy-to-understand guide to using modes in soloing. Frank takes a subject that guitarists often find confusing and explains it in simple terms. He covers all seven major modes and demonstrates the use of each in the context of some extraordinary solo work. Intermediate to advanced. DVD special features include a tuning segment and a bonus video performance (Allan Holdsworth Joe Pass). System Requirements:Running Time: 60 minsFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: MUSIC DVD/DOCUMENTARY UPC: 654979042259 Manufacturer No: 904225DVD