Jazz Guitar Masterclasses

$75.00

RONNIE EARL: THE SOUL OF BLUES GUITAR
11 Lessons • ~58 Minutes • MP4 + PDF Play-Along Materials

What separates a great blues guitarist from a truly unforgettable one?

According to Ronnie Earl, it's not speed, flashy licks, or playing more notes—it's learning how to make every note mean something.

In this exclusive masterclass, one of the most respected blues guitarists of our time reveals the secrets behind his deeply emotional playing style. Across 11 remastered video lessons, Ronnie shares the phrasing, touch, tone, dynamics, and musical instincts that have made him a blues icon for decades.

Drawing inspiration from legends such as B.B. King, Albert King, T-Bone Walker, Magic Sam, Little Walter, and Robert Jr. Lockwood, Ronnie demonstrates how to transform simple ideas into powerful musical statements that connect with listeners on a deeper level.

You'll learn:

• Expressive blues phrasing that tells a story
• Signature bends, vibrato, and vocal-like guitar techniques
• Country blues concepts and authentic blues vocabulary
• Question-and-answer soloing approaches
• Pentatonic ideas that sound fresh and musical
• Powerful turnarounds and single-string improvisation
• Right-hand attack, dynamics, and touch
• How to develop your own authentic blues voice

This isn't just a course about playing blues guitar—it's a masterclass in musical expression.

If you've ever wanted your solos to sound more soulful, more emotional, and more memorable, Ronnie Earl will show you how.

11 Remastered Video Lessons • ~58 Minutes Total Runtime • PDF Play-Along Materials Included

Jim Hall: Advanced Concepts in Jazz Guitar Masterclass Volume 2

$75.00

JIM HALL: THE ART OF MUSICAL CONVERSATION
Advanced Jazz Guitar Concepts | Full-Length MP4 Download

If Volume 1 introduces the language of Jim Hall, this masterclass reveals what happens when a true artist becomes completely fluent.

In this captivating second volume, Hall moves beyond scales, chords, and technique into the territory that made him one of the most admired guitarists in jazz history: creativity, interaction, spontaneity, and musical imagination.

What unfolds is less a traditional lesson and more a rare glimpse into the mind of a master improviser. Hall demonstrates how to transform simple ideas into compelling musical statements, how to create tension and release, and how to develop melodies that evolve naturally from one phrase to the next.

Throughout the session, Hall's legendary sense of space, lyricism, and harmonic sophistication are on full display. Rather than relying on complexity, he shows how a handful of carefully chosen notes can communicate more than a thousand fast ones.

A special highlight of the program occurs during Hall's now-famous detuned guitar improvisation, an entirely spontaneous performance that many viewers consider one of the most revealing moments in the entire masterclass series. It is a masterclass in creativity itself—demonstrating Hall's ability to find beauty, structure, and musical meaning in the unexpected.

The lesson also features extensive musical exchanges with acclaimed guitarist Satoshi Inoue, allowing viewers to witness Hall's conversational approach to improvisation in real time. These performances reveal not only what Hall plays, but how he listens, reacts, and shapes music moment by moment.

Inside This Masterclass You'll Discover:

• Jim Hall's approach to creative improvisation
• Advanced melodic development and thematic soloing
• Musical interaction and conversational playing
• The art of space, phrasing, and restraint
• Harmonic creativity beyond standard jazz vocabulary
• Real-time musical dialogue with Satoshi Inoue
• Rare spontaneous performances and demonstrations

This is the Jim Hall that generations of guitarists studied endlessly—the thinker, the innovator, and the artist who proved that imagination will always be more important than technique alone.

For serious jazz guitarists, composers, improvisers, and lovers of creative music, this is an extraordinary opportunity to learn from one of the most influential musical minds the instrument has ever known.

Included:

Full-Length MP4 Video Download
Instant Access
Lifetime Viewing
Advanced-Level Concepts & Demonstrations

Less about what to play. More about how to think.

The Guitar Artistry of Chet Atkins Masterclass

$75.00

THE GUITAR OF CHET ATKINS
84 Minutes of Video Instruction | 80-Page PDF Booklet | Intermediate to Advanced

Few guitarists have ever changed the instrument the way Chet Atkins did.

In this rare and remarkable masterclass, Chet personally guides you through the techniques, concepts, and musical thinking that made him one of the most influential guitarists of all time. Filmed by Stefan Grossman's Guitar Workshop, this lesson goes far beyond performance—Atkins sits down with the guitar in hand and reveals exactly how he crafted his legendary fingerstyle sound.

Across 84 minutes of close-up instruction, you'll watch Chet perform and break down nine of his most celebrated arrangements, explaining his approach to melody, bass movement, harmonics, touch, timing, and musical expression. Every lesson offers a firsthand look into the mind of a true guitar innovator.

Songs Included:
• Maybelle
• Petite Waltz
• Happy Again
• Londonderry Aire
• When You Wish Upon a Star
• Young Thing
• Bye Bye Blackbird
• Mr. Bojangles
• Lover Come Back

Whether you're looking to develop greater independence between your thumb and fingers, deepen your understanding of fingerstyle arranging, or simply learn from one of the greatest guitarists who ever lived, this course delivers a lifetime of insight.

Included with the course is a comprehensive 80-page PDF booklet featuring tablature, notation, and supporting materials to help you master every arrangement.

This is more than a lesson—it's a rare opportunity to learn directly from the man whose influence can be heard in generations of guitarists.

Instant Download
MP4 Video + 80-Page PDF Booklet
84 Minutes of Instruction

Jim Hall: Foundations of Jazz Guitar Masterclass Volume 1

$75.00

JIM HALL: FOUNDATIONS OF JAZZ GUITAR
1 Hour of Instruction & Performance | MP4 Download

Few guitarists have influenced modern jazz as profoundly as Jim Hall.

Revered by generations of musicians for his melodic imagination, subtle touch, and conversational approach to improvisation, Hall transformed the role of the guitar from a purely technical instrument into a vehicle for musical storytelling.

In this intimate masterclass, Hall shares the core principles that shaped his unique musical voice. Rather than focusing on flashy technique or memorized patterns, he explores the deeper elements of musicianship: listening, phrasing, interaction, dynamics, and the art of making every note matter.

Filmed in a relaxed and personal setting, this session feels less like a traditional lesson and more like sitting across from one of the greatest jazz guitarists of all time as he explains how he hears music, develops ideas, and approaches the instrument.

Throughout the program, Hall demonstrates the concepts that became the foundation of his legendary style, offering rare insight into the musical philosophy that influenced countless guitarists, composers, and improvisers.

Inside This Masterclass You'll Discover:

• Jim Hall's approach to melody and thematic improvisation
• How space and silence can become powerful musical tools
• The art of listening and interacting within an ensemble
• Comping concepts and accompaniment philosophy
• Left- and right-hand techniques that serve musical expression
• Building solos through development rather than repetition
• Real-world demonstrations and spontaneous performances

More than a guitar lesson, this masterclass is an invitation into Jim Hall's creative process—a chance to understand not only what he played, but why he played it.

Whether you're a jazz guitarist, improviser, composer, or serious student of music, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of phrasing, communication, and the artistic mindset that made Jim Hall one of the most respected musicians in jazz history.

Included:

Full-Length MP4 Video Download
Approximately 1 Hour of Instruction & Performance
Instant Digital Access
Lifetime Viewing

Learn the foundations. Discover the philosophy. Hear music the way Jim Hall did.

George Benson: Inside the Breezin' Sound Masterclass

$75.00

GEORGE BENSON: THE ART OF BREEZIN'
90+ Minutes | MP4 Video Download | Intermediate to Advanced

Step inside the world of one of the most influential guitarists of all time.

In this rare and captivating lesson movie, George Benson opens the door to the sound, feel, and musical approach that helped define modern jazz guitar. More than a performance film and far more than a traditional lesson, The Art of Breezin' is an intimate journey into the techniques, phrasing, groove, and musical instincts that made Benson a global icon.

Across more than 90 minutes of instruction, performance, and conversation, you'll witness George's extraordinary command of melody, rhythm, harmony, and improvisation as he demonstrates the elements that shaped his signature sound. From soulful single-note lines and sophisticated chord voicings to his unmistakable sense of swing and feel, every moment offers insight from a true master of the instrument.

You'll discover:

• George Benson's signature phrasing and melodic concepts
• Jazz, soul, R&B, and pop influences behind the Breezin' sound
• Improvisation techniques and musical storytelling
• Chord voicings, rhythm guitar concepts, and harmonic movement
• Performance footage showcasing Benson's artistry in action
• Personal reflections, musical insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the greatest careers in modern music

Whether you're a guitarist looking to expand your vocabulary, a lifelong Benson fan, or a musician seeking inspiration from one of the most expressive players ever to pick up the instrument, this lesson movie offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a living legend.

This isn't just a lesson.

It's a front-row seat to the artistry, groove, elegance, and musicianship that made George Benson one of the most celebrated guitarists in history.

Included:

90+ Minutes of Video Instruction & Performance
Instant Digital Download
MP4 Format
Lifetime Access

Experience the tone. Feel the groove. Learn from the master.

B.B. King: The Heart & Soul of the Blues Masterclass

$75.00

B.B. KING: THE ART OF THE BLUES
6-Part Masterclass Series | 6 MP4 Video Lessons | Instant Download

No guitarist expressed more emotion with fewer notes than B.B. King.

For more than half a century, the King of the Blues captivated audiences around the world with his unmistakable vibrato, soulful phrasing, and ability to make every note tell a story. In this extraordinary six-part masterclass series, B.B. personally reveals the techniques, influences, and musical principles that shaped one of the most recognizable guitar styles in history.

Rather than focusing on licks alone, B.B. takes you deep into the heart of blues music—explaining how to create feeling, develop your own voice, and connect with listeners through expression, phrasing, and tone.

Across six in-depth lessons, you'll gain a rare firsthand look into the mind of a true musical giant.

Part 1: The Roots of the Blues
Discover the players who inspired B.B.'s earliest development, including Blind Lemon Jefferson, Lonnie Johnson, and T-Bone Walker. Learn how these influences helped shape his signature sound and legendary vibrato.

Part 2: Playing with Soul
Learn how B.B. navigates the fretboard, approaches improvisation, and chooses notes that perfectly fit the harmony. Explore soloing over classic blues progressions and beyond.

Part 3: Where Jazz Meets the Blues
Uncover the sophisticated harmonic concepts hidden beneath B.B.'s seemingly simple style. Explore diminished scales, arpeggios, Charlie Christian, Django Reinhardt, and the jazz influences that enriched his playing.

Part 4: The Power of Phrasing
The lesson every guitarist needs. Learn how B.B. transformed simple notes into unforgettable musical statements through bends, dynamics, timing, and vocal-inspired expression.

Part 5: Country Blues & Articulation
Explore gospel influences, sixth intervals, alternate picking, raking techniques, and the subtle details that gave B.B.'s guitar playing its unmistakable character.

Part 6: The B.B. King Sound
Go inside B.B.'s complete approach to tone, equipment, practice habits, string choices, amplifier settings, and performance philosophy, culminating in a masterful jazz-blues solo demonstration.

What You'll Learn:

B.B. King's legendary vibrato technique
Blues phrasing and musical storytelling
Jazz concepts applied to blues guitar
Soloing over common chord progressions
Tone shaping and gear secrets
Expression, dynamics, and feel
The complete philosophy behind B.B.'s iconic sound

Whether you're a blues guitarist, jazz musician, or lifelong fan, this series offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of the most influential guitarists ever to pick up the instrument.

Included:

6 Complete Video Lessons
Instant Digital Download
MP4 Format
Lifetime Access

Learn the notes. Discover the feel. Master the art of the blues with B.B. King.

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