As jazzers, we're often culprit of only learning "bits and pieces" of the stuff we learn. A scale, an arpeggio, a few licks (etc.), and off we go improvising. In this podcast, we discuss the relevance of learning actual "pieces" of music (or studies). Enjoy! Resources and Links: • The Pinnacle Method (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/pinnacle-opt-in) • JazzGuitarLessons.net (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/?el=podcast_episode) • Connect with us on social media: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/jazzguitarlessons.net/?he={{email}}&el=email_kj) , YouTube (https://www.youtube.co ..read more

Learn "Prelude to a Kiss" Jazz Guitar Chord Melody - with FREE Tabs The tabs and sheet music are available for free. Join our Skool Community here: http://www.skool.com/jazz-guitar-fellowship #jazzguitar #shorts #guitarlesson OTHER PLATFORMS ? Learn jazz faster and take your chops to the next level, book a call with Marc https://nextlevel.jazzguitarlessons.net/ More free lessons on blog: https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzguitarlessonsnet Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jazzguitarlessons.net ..read more

Join the Jazz Guitar Fellowship here: http://www.skool.com/jazz-guitar-fellowship/?el=yt_desc Ever wonder why pentatonic scales sound great in rock but could easily fall flat in jazz when you try it? In this lesson, I’ll show you a simple shift to unlock jazzy, sophisticated lines using the pentatonic scale. We’ll repurpose skills you already know, explore a powerful pattern, and even tackle smooth 2-5-1 changes with an easy trick. Hit play, and let’s make your pentatonic lines sound like a pro! Interested in leveling up your jazz guitar playing? Check out the Jazz Guitar Pathway: https://www ..read more

Join the Jazz Guitar Fellowship here: http://www.skool.com/jazz-guitar-fellowship/?el=yt_desc Dive into Yesterday's by Jerome Kern in this Standards Navigator episode! Explore the harmonic twists from D minor to B-flat major, with tips on comping, improvising, and cycling through dominant chords. Learn how to navigate the tune using D minor, harmonic minor scales, and classic 2-5-1 progressions. Don't miss the Wes Montgomery-inspired breakdown and practical strategies to master this jazz standard! Yesterdays Chord Melody Essentials (Free tabs and sheet music): https://www.skool.com/jazz-guitar ..read more

In this episode of Jazz Star Insights, I reveal why your jazz solos may sound stiff and share practical strategies to make your playing more fluid and musical. If you've ever felt like you're playing the right notes but your solos still feel rigid, this episode will give you the "secret sauce" to transform your phrasing and land your lines with confidence. Resources and Links: • The Pinnacle Method (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/pinnacle-opt-in) • JazzGuitarLessons.net (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/?el=podcast_episode) • Connect with us on social media: Facebook (https://www.face ..read more

In this fun Ask Me Anything session, we have a SPECIAL GUEST! As I'm put in a hot seat, by myself, I'll answer some questions—that I sometimes literally ask myself. Want to join the fun? Come hang out in the Jazz Guitar Fellowship for free lessons, feedback, and contests. Sign up here: https://www.skool.com/jazz-guitar-fellowship -- OTHER PLATFORMS ? Learn jazz faster and take your chops to the next level, book a call with Marc https://nextlevel.jazzguitarlessons.net/ More free lessons on blog: https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzguitar ..read more

In this episode, I dive into the "Key of the Week" method—a simple but powerful way to level up your jazz guitar playing. I’ll share how focusing on one key for an entire week transformed my improvisation and comping, and how you can use this approach to master chord progressions in all 12 keys. If you're ready to break out of your comfort zone and discover new musical possibilities, this episode is for you! Resources and Links: • The Pinnacle Method (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/pinnacle-opt-in) • JazzGuitarLessons.net (https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/?el=podcast_episode) • Connect wit ..read more

-- OTHER PLATFORMS ? Learn jazz faster and take your chops to the next level, book a call with Marc https://nextlevel.jazzguitarlessons.net/ More free lessons on blog: https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzguitarlessonsnet Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jazzguitarlessons.net ..read more

-- OTHER PLATFORMS ? Learn jazz faster and take your chops to the next level, book a call with Marc https://nextlevel.jazzguitarlessons.net/ More free lessons on blog: https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzguitarlessonsnet Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jazzguitarlessons.net ..read more

-- OTHER PLATFORMS ? Learn jazz faster and take your chops to the next level, book a call with Marc https://nextlevel.jazzguitarlessons.net/ More free lessons on blog: https://www.jazzguitarlessons.net/blog Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzguitarlessonsnet Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jazzguitarlessons.net ..read more