Mickey Baker's Complete Course in Jazz Guitar (Paperback)

Mickey Baker

ISBN 10: 0825652804 / ISBN 13: 9780825652806

Published by Shawnee Press, New York, 2004

About this Item

Paperback. (Ashley Publications). A method in how to play jazz and hot guitar. A complete course in modern guitar playing, written in a simple, easy-to-understand style by one of America's most accomplished musicians. Takes the student from the fundamentals of music to the more advanced phases of technique. Features excellent study and performance material. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Mickey Baker's Complete Course in Jazz Guitar (Paperback)
• Publisher: Shawnee Press, New York
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0825652804
• ISBN 13: 9780825652806
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Master jazz guitar with Mickey Baker’s timeless method. This instructional classic, Mickey Baker’s Complete Course in Jazz Guitar – Book 1, is a must-have for guitarists eager to explore jazz and hot guitar styles. Perfect for beginners, students, and advancing players, it provides clear lessons that build a solid foundation in jazz harmony, rhythm, and improvisation.

Comprehensive lessons for every guitarist. Written by jazz legend Mickey Baker, this course introduces players to innovative chord progressions, essential riffs, fill-ins, and solo techniques. Each lesson features easy-to-follow text, standard notation, and guitar chord diagrams—without tablature—making it ideal for self-study or classroom learning. Every exercise helps musicians develop the skills needed to play jazz confidently and creatively.

For students, teachers, and lifelong learners. This trusted instructional resource is widely used by music educators and aspiring guitarists alike. It strengthens reading ability, deepens understanding of jazz harmony, and enhances performance skills. Whether used in private lessons or as a self-paced guide, this book helps build confidence and technique through progressive study.

What you’ll learn: Jazz chord inversions, harmonic substitutions, swing rhythm patterns, walking bass lines, and improvisational phrasing—all designed to expand your versatility as a guitarist. Every concept prepares you to play with fluency and style in real-world jazz settings.

A thoughtful gift for any musician. Ideal for guitar students, teachers, and jazz enthusiasts, this book continues to inspire generations of players. Bring your jazz playing to life and develop the skills that make professional guitarists stand out.