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About This DVD
For all Instruments and all levels
The most universal Scale in the world, the pentatonic scale may be the least studied. Now George Garzone has given you the keys to the Kingdom with his in depth lessons from the beginning (simply playing the 5 notes of the Pentatonic Scale) to the end (advanced chromaticism) and many new ideas in between on how to create with this most useful of scales.
Time and Feel are stressed
In George’s own words from the DVD
“The main focuses of today’s DVD is gonna be talking about the world of playing in time and even eighth notes, working on a solid structure when you improvise.”
Two CD Disc Sets Include:
- Disc I
Lessons – 6 Chapters with transcriptions, exercises, examples, play alongs and trading
Garzone On Time – George shows you how to practice to achieve a strong time feel that everyone in the band can relate too
Performances – We let the tape roll and the best musicians in the world had a ball. Everything is first take, unrehearsed joy.
- Disc Two
Trading –play back and forth with Mike Stern and George Garzone with Patitucci, Denard and Ross holding down a killer groove
Play Alongs – This superstar rhythm section lay it down just for you. Play it back on your system loud and be inspired by not only their funky groove but by the expressions on their faces that show how much fun they are having
E-Book – In all keys, The E-Book contains all the lessons on the DVD and additional
exercises to help you master the presented material
Interviews – Hear these legendary musicians’ thoughts on music, life and “the groove”.
- High Fidelity:
This DVD was filmed and recorded with a three camera shoot live at Systems Two in NYC, one of the finest studios anywhere. There was no overdubbing or separating of the musicians. What you see on the video is exactly how the music was played in order to capture the spontaneity and joy of the performances.
Reviews and Testimonials
"For all levels, this improvisation DVD will inspire you the way George Garzone has always inspired me. I'm proud to be a part of this project."
- Mike Stern
"George,
Hi. I received your new DVD today and I wanna tell you that this is probably THE best improv training DVD I've owned.
I'm 38, an amateur sax player still learning how to improv.
I've been thru countless teachers but none of them can show me HOW to improv...how to go beyond playing scales.
You are able to do that.
To make it simple so that a beginner can understand.
I listen to your music and I've heard about how great you are especially when you are teaching.
Today I finally experienced your greatness.
Really hope to be your student someday...maybe at Berklee or privately.
"
-Adrian from Singapore (Southeast Asia)
"If you improvise or would like to, this DVD is for you."
- Jody Espina
FAQ
Q: What is this exactly?
A: This 2 DVD set is an Improvisation Instructional DVD based on playing over simple Grooves utilizing the minor Pentatonic Scale while stressing a solid time feel. Virtually all levels of players from beginner to advanced will benefit the this DVD.
Q: Will there be written music for me to look at, in my key?
A:The E-Book that is on Disc II, is written for all keys and will have all the music you need. There are transcriptions and exercises written out but there are also times on the Disc where we have provided you space to write out your own transcriptions.
Q: Will this help me play by ear?
A: One of the most beautiful things about this DVD as opposed to other improvising methods is that you will definitely develop your ear while playing with this. And the great thing is that you won’t even realize you’re working on your ear until one day you realize how much better you can learn things by ear.
Q: In the trailer for the DVD the musicians talk about Heart and feel and things like that. How can they teach those things?
A:The musicians on this project all stressed to me how important the feel and sentiment are behind the music, more so than technique and chops, which they all have of course. By playing along with them and essentially being in the band you will soak up this feeling. In the comfort of your own home you’ll be able to relax and really just let it flow. Watch how they play and interact with each other and you’ll see the love and joy they have for playing. You can’t help but catch the vibe.
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