Book Vol 2

Contemporary Latin Jazz Guitar Vol 2: Solos

 

Dive into the dynamic world of Latin Jazz guitar improvisation with "Latin Jazz Guitar Vol 2: Solos". This essential guide is perfect for musicians and enthusiasts looking to elevate their improvisational prowess and imbue their playing with the distinctive "Sabor" of Latin Jazz.

Building on the foundational concepts introduced in Volume 1, I take you deeper into the advanced rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic techniques that are pivotal for a Latin Jazz soloist. This volume offers invaluable insights into the improvisational tools utilized by some of the most influential Tres, Cuatro, Requinto, and Guitar players. Through meticulous analysis of note choices, articulation, phrasing, and sound, I uncover the unique aspects of each player's style and identify the common threads that link traditional and contemporary artists, shaping the landscape of Latin Jazz Guitar and even Latin Rock.

 

 

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For any guitarist serious about mastering Latin Jazz, "Contemporary Latin Jazz Guitar Vol 2: Solos" is an indispensable resource. This comprehensive guide offers practical insights for enhancing your improvisational skills while deepening your understanding of the genre’s improvisational elements. With my book, you'll find the gateway to achieving stylistic consistency and creative expression in Latin Jazz.

Key Highlights

  1. Comprehensive Transcriptions: Delve into 54 meticulously transcribed solos from legends such as Steve Khan, George Benson, Bruce Forman, Peter Bernstein, Arsenio Rodriguez, Yomo Toro, Carlos Emilio Morales, and Edgardo Miranda, among others.
  2. In-Depth Analysis: Gain a deeper understanding of the note choices, articulation, phrasing, and sound that define each solo, providing a clear path to incorporating these techniques into your own playing.
  3. Play-Along Compositions: Practice with specially designed compositions that allow you to apply the insights and techniques learned from the transcriptions in a practical, engaging manner.

By exploring the transcriptions and analyses in this volume, you'll be able to infuse your improvisations with the soulful and vibrant "Sabor" of Latin Jazz. Gain insights from the masters and enhance your playing with the authentic sounds and techniques that have defined Latin Jazz guitar.

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Endorsements

Oscar Stagnaro (Six Time Grammy Award winning Bassist, Composer, Author, Professor and Latin Music Studies advisor at Berklee College of Music)

This book represents the importance of preserving the musical identity through melodic and rhythmic vocabulary of each of the string instruments that represent Latin American music diversity from Traditional to Latin Jazz. Neff’s work is an important contribution to Music Education by the detailed transcriptions that cover a wide variety of genres and artists.

Brent Fischer (Grammy® Award winning Producer, Composer, Arranger)

Forget online searches—this book is what you need for Latin Jazz Guitar!! Neff Irizarry has distinguished himself through his exemplary work in this companion book to volume I. Clear, concise explanations with great examples. Either book can stand on it’s own but together they form a comprehensive discourse. If you want to immerse yourself in Latin Jazz guitar, get this book!

Victor Mendoza (Vibraphonist, Latin Jazz Artsist, Composer, and former Berklee College of Music Professor)

Neff Irizarry’s profound dedication to the study of traditional and contemporary Latin jazz styles is evident in this book. Besides being an excellent jazz guitarist, Irizarry’s presentation of the subject and its relevance for the modern instrumentalist is a clear indication of his deep research and highly methodical approach. The beautiful melodic examples are clearly written and analyzed in a concise and logical manner while providing a broad spectrum of appropriate stylistic vocabulary. This book is an excellent source and it should be included in the library of every instrumentalist, composer and arranger interested in the art of contemporary Latin jazz performance. Latin jazz is not a side dish, but a main course and there is a lot to be digested here!

Jon Damian (Professor Emeritus, Berklee College of Music)

Neff Irizarry has produced yet another rich compilation of musical ideas in the world of Latin Jazz. As in his first book, Neff’s new book Contemporary Latin Jazz Guitar Volume II, Neff offers us a vast treasure trove of ideas from great musicians inspired to work in this fascinating world.

Arturo O’Farrill (Grammy® Award Winning Pianist, Composer, Arranger)

Master Guitarist Neff Irizarry has contributed in a mighty way to understanding, preserving, presenting and educating the world about Latin Jazz. There is simply no other work that is as comprehensive, accessible, and embracing of this specialized performance practice. In Latin music the guitar plays a particularly important role as so much of this music was formed in the countrysides of places like Cuba, Puerto Rico and Venezuela. Places where pianos sometimes are not readily available. Neff’s musical analysis of the accompaniment and improvisatory functions of the instrument are a must and it is my suggestion that all followers of this music, regardless of the instrument they play, purchase a copy and study it.

Pete Bernstein (renowned Jazz guitarist)

Neff Irizarry is a masterful musician and great practitioner of Latin music on the guitar. He has written an incredibly thorough and comprehensive book on Latin music and how it relates to the guitar. There is no other book like this to my knowledge. It is truly inspiring and presents a beautiful window into this musical world. For those relatively unfamiliar with this tradition (like myself), it will give a rich introduction into how deep this water is and for those already familiar it provides so much detail and connects all the threads of how the guitar can function in this music. I look forward to diving deeper into all the amazing examples of the guitar and tres in traditional Latin music. It is a book that will provide a lifetime of study. Thank you Neff!

Larry Baione (Chair Emeritus, Guitar Department, Berklee College of Music)

Learning a musical style takes much effort, both in research and application. Neff Irizarry’s Contemporary Latin Jazz Volume 1 wonderfully shows how to work toward becoming an accompanist in the world of Latin Jazz Guitar. This second volume tackles the art of improvisation—soloing in the style. Through the use of theory and analysis of solos by the masters, Neff has created a foolproof method of study for every guitarist interested in learning this style. My hats off to Neff—this is the real deal!

Israel Sandoval (Spanish renowned guitar Artist, and Professor Graduate Program, Berklee Valencia)

If there is one person who can clearly explain the secrets of the guitar in Latin Jazz, it is Neff Irizarry. He navigates effortlessly through all the waters of modern guitar, Jazz, and Latin Jazz.