Gypsy Jazz Guitar, Volume 1 (book/CD)

Alfred Music Publications
A Tribute to Gypsy Jazz - Introduction Into the Style of Jazz-Manouche


Gypsy jazz (sometimes known as Jazz-Manouche) is the first unique style of jazz music originating from Europe. Django Reinhardt, the most renowned player of gypsy jazz, made it popular throughout the world with his groundbreaking techniques. To this day, countless guitarists are influenced by the music and personality of Django Reinhardt.

Using the best examples of performances past and present, as well as showcasing the typical aspects of rhythm and lead guitar in gypsy jazz, this book is the most authentic method for gypsy jazz guitar.
A CD is included containing performances of music in the book.

Sample Pages

• La chitarra gitana 
• La chitarra gypsy jazz
• La tecnica di Django Reinhardt
• Russian Gypsy Guitar
• Impara lo stile di Django Reinhardt
• Tecnica della chitarra jazz manouche