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Charlie Christian - The Art Of Jazz Guitar by Charlie Christian

Charlie Christian - The Art Of Jazz Guitar Charlie Christian ebook
Page: 32
Format: pdf
ISBN: 0793519756,
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Charles Henry “Charlie” Christian (July 29, 1916 – March 2, 1942). Belgian gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt had little influence on Christian, but he was obviously familiar with some of his recordings. Joe Negri - Photo credit: Michael G. Joe Negri: It was, indeed, Charlie Christian that first inspired me. Christian was born in Bonham, Texas, but his guitar and had become a regional attraction. Though you can add all kinds of fancy effects to achieve your desired sound, remember that genuine, straight-ahead jazz doesn't really require them. Akin to Harlem of the 1930's – in spirit, if not in scope – Deep Deuce spawned such legendary figures as jazz guitarist Charlie Christian, “blues shouter” Jimmy Rushing, and internationally acclaimed writer, Ralph Ellison. Was it Charlie Christian who first inspired you to seriously study the guitar? Additionally, a traveling photographic exhibit, Oklahoma: All That Southwest Jazz, sponsored by the Oklahoma Arts Council, is available to groups for a small fee through the Oklahoma Museums Association. He jammed with many of the big name performers traveling through Oklahoma City including Teddy Wilson and Art Tatum. A Must Have for any lover of Jazz Guitar !!! Consider Barney Kessel and Charlie Christian, two true jazz guitar giants.