Kurt rosenwinkels version thelonious monks reflections heres a great transcription with video of kurt rosenwinkels version of the thelonious monk classic reflections from guitarist nathan borton. Music profile for kurt rosenwinkel, born 28 october 1970. Guitarist kurt rosenwinkel began his professional career in 1990, when he dropped out of berklee only two and a half years into his college education to go on tour with gary burton and his band. The term chord melody is confusing for another reason it can refer to two different playing situations. Kurt rosenwinkels version thelonious monks reflections. It was written for miles davis while he was playing in charlie parkers band. Kurt rosenwinkels version thelonious monks reflections heres a great transcription with video of kurt rosenwinkels version of the thelonious monk classic reflections from guitarist nathan borton great job and playing. For electric guitarist kurt rosenwinkels seventh offering, he has taken the challenge of recording live at the hallowed village vanguard in nyc, written new music for the occasion, put together a dynamic backup band, and offers lengthy composed music foundations followed by extensive solo discourses. Here is a book of compositions and solo transcriptions. Burton gave the young musician a hand up, helping him move to new york, giving him money, and setting him up with the kind of connections that rosenwinkel needed to get started. A native of philadelphia, rosenwinkel attended the philadelphia high school for the creative and performing arts. Kurt rosenwinkel is one of the most influential jazz musicians of the last 20 years. This tune is not to be confused with the 1958 modal tune milestones which was indeed written by miles davis. When in doubt, check the melody for possible clashes.
Chord melody for guitar part 1 in this lesson i am trying to give you a few approaches to come up with your own chord melody arrangement for a song. Nov 11, 2009 like an ian mcewan short story, guitarist kurt rosenwinkel can say more in a few lines than most guitarists manage over the course of an entire recording. Kurt rosenwinkel segment this solo is taken from kurt s 1999 album, intuit. Kurt rosenwinkel this is what makes his style unique jens. Essential fingerstyle and hybrid picking techniques to set you up for chord melody success. Dec, 2016 essential fingerstyle and hybrid picking techniques to set you up for chord melody success.
The pdf for this lesson is available through patreon in the patreon fb group. In this kurt rosenwinkel lesson, i look at some lines from a live solo on the song ill. See more ideas about pat metheny, old town school and jazz guitar. I know hes released a book of tune transcriptions, i personally havent seen it, this chart was done as more of an exercise for me. Albums include kamaal the abstract, deep song, and our secret world. For sections a and c, rosenwinkel wrote chord progressions four and six. Ive done a lead sheet for kurt rosenwinkel s great tune brooklyn sometimes, from his latest deep song album.
I am going to try to go a little deeper than just looking at what notes are used but also talk a little about how the melody of the line works. He plays a few different chords than whats written in the realbook. The remedy 2008 reflections 2009 our secret world 2010 professional ratings. He has brought his unique improvisational abilities to use with many of the top jazz musicians today. This was quite a challenge but definitely worth the effort as the solo is filled with incredible lines and a wealth of modern jazz language. The conceptual influence of kurt rosenwinkels music can be readily observed on a global scale. Kurt rosenwinkel chord melody solo on conception ii from the cd intuit, criss cross records, 1998 listen. Affair 1996 is an example of separating melody and chords and going for a. Learning how to play chord melody requires a stepbystep plan and thats where the easy guide to chord melody comes in. He studied at berklee college of music for two and a half years before leaving in his third year year to tour with gary.
Fingerstyle and hybrid picking licks in the style of joe pass, lenny breau, kurt rosenwinkel, and many more. The conceptual influence of kurt rosenwinkel s music can be readily observed on a global scale. Chord melody arranging concepts and full chord melody arrangements. As usual, rosenwinkels style is an interwoven, complex fabric of melodies and harmonies that. A stepbystep guide to learn how to play jazz guitar chord melody and chord soloing in. Kurt rosenwinkel compositions download as pdf file. So for every chord you have your palette of voicings and with chord melody you have a melody note and a chord symbol. Heartcore records is an independent record label created by the guitarist and composer kurt rosenwinkel that is dedicated to the release of high quality music, regardless of genre or style. All transcriptions pdf made in the 6 last months are only available for download to my patreon subscribers. Rosenwinkels vision is to create a brand under which can exist the highest level music from wherever it is discovered.
Kurt rosenwinkel born october 28, 1970 is an american jazz guitarist. Kurt has a very unique and strong sense of melody and i am focusing on one aspect of his playing in. So you can just figure out a voicing that has that note on top the audience laughs. Chord melody productions po box 569 beaufort, sc 29901. Reflections he inscribes his signature sound on a set of balladsall classic tunes except for one original. The pdf with examples for this video is available through patreon. This chapter covers trio chord melody and the next. Chord soloing phrases in the style of wes montgomery, george benson, and more. To have a certain collection of voicings for every harmony, and a sound you already internally hear before you actually play it, would eventually make it redundant to still play it. Im not usually a great fan of ballads, but kurt s sublime sound and control of his instrument are utterly captivating. That said, hes an individualist in service to the music, whose expressive identity was forged out of his ongoing pursuit of a musical ideal.
Its also interesting to see him in a more revealing setting without his normal array of. Kurt talks about the exact same subject in this youtube video about 6. Im not usually a great fan of ballads, but kurts sublime sound and control of his instrument are utterly captivating. Improvising for solo jazz guitar a wholeinstrument. Born in philadelphia in 1970, rosenwinkel attended the berklee college of music for two and a half years before leaving in his junior year to play guitar on tour with the legendary vibraphonistcomposereducator gary burton, the dean of the school at the time. His improvising style was initially influenced by guitarists such as pat metheny and john scofield, but has emerged as an individual stylist whose lines are lengthy and linear, recalling the styles of lennie tristano in the 1940s and 50s. Mar 28, 2016 kurt rosenwinkel is regarded as one of the most skilled and influential modern jazz guitarist.
Kurt rosenwinkel of the new wave of players that has emerged in the past decade including adam rogers, jacob young and jeff parker, the one most seen to be representing the future of jazz guitar is kurt rosenwinkela player who is rightfully taking his place alongside other significant contemporary figures like pat metheny, john scofield. In this first lesson i am not going to go in to a lot of detail with what extra harmony or voice leading you can check out. Born in philadelphia in 1970, rosenwinkel attended the berklee college of music for two and a half years before leaving in his junior year to play guitar on tour with the legendary vibraphonistcomposereducator gary burton, the dean of the school at the time subsequently, he moved to brooklyn, where he continued to develop his music with his own groups and. Some good chord melody practice here from one of the jazz masters. Ask me now is a classic ballad written by thelonius monk. Peter schlamb solo lines 80% complete on launch from the cd tinks, cdbaby, 2014 listen. Kurt rosenwinkel lazy bird sheet music notes and chords arranged for electric guitar transcription. Kurt rosenwinkel compositions pdf magesy magesy pro.
Kurt rosenwinkel how to make interesting lines jens larsen. Best transcriptions sharepoint, interactive exercises to enhance musical expression, technique and creativity. Jan 18, 20 body and soul two voicings per chord study once again on the subject of chords riccardo leccese has been so kind to send me transcription of a kurt rosenwinkel study that he presente. Mehldau approaches the piano melody with great touch but also robustness, which allows for the melody and kurts interjections to coexist carefully and not compete. First, chord melody can refer to mixing chords and melody in a trio setting, e. Reflections is kurt rosenwinkels eighth album as a band leader. Kurt rosenwinkel guitar method book rosenwinkeo or not. Kurt rosenwinkel lazy bird sheet music pdf notes, chords. Once again on the subject of chords riccardo leccese has been so kind to send me transcription of a kurt rosenwinkel study that he presente. Its also interesting to see him in a more revealing setting without his normal array of effects pedals. Kurt is a user of many effects and is always experimenting with new options to create the blissful tones he is known for. Jazz guitar alchemist rosenwinkel brought his guitar to the wbgo studios in new york to perform three songs, including a thelonious monk standard.
Consider subscribing to my patreon page to gain free access to all new transcriptions and patrons exclusive content for a modest contribution. For electric guitarist kurt rosenwinkel s seventh offering, he has taken the challenge of recording live at the hallowed village vanguard in nyc, written new music for the occasion, put together a dynamic backup band, and offers lengthy composed music foundations followed by extensive solo discourses. Kurt rosenwinkel born october 28, 1970 is a jazz guitarist who came to prominence in the 1990s. There is a lot of chromatic movement throughout the form and it has a. Transcriptions kurt rosenwinkel brooklyn sometimes. The forthcoming book from mel bay publications, kurt rosenwinkel book of. A look at rosenwinkels style berklee college of music. After the piano plays its melody, the guitar returns with a strange, haunting melody over some even more illogical changes, and a strange rhythmical structuring. This book showcases solo transcriptions of kurts critically acclaimed album deep song as well as lead sheets for many of kurt. Substitute a ma7b5 chord with the same root as a ma7 chord. Kurt rosenwinkel tabs, chords, guitar, bass, ukulele chords, power tabs and guitar pro tabs including deep song, filters, synthetics, zhivago. Reflections is kurt rosenwinkel s eighth album as a band leader.
Kurt rosenwinkel chord melody clinic gdansk telecaster guitar forum. Whether in concert halls, basement jazz club wee hours jam sessions, conservatory practice rooms or radio station airwaves, rosenwinkels distinctive voice as a composer and guitarist has had an undeniable impact on music in the 21st century. Seymour duncan da59s for a clearer tone with a more tangible punch, the deluxe collection features new, custom seymour duncan humbuckers that elevate your midrange to be crystalline and full. Second, chord melody can refer to a solo guitar situation. Sep 26, 2012 so for every chord you have your palette of voicings and with chord melody you have a melody note and a chord symbol. A study and look into rather modern style of solo playing by kurt rosenwinkel. Download a sample pdf from the easy guide to chord melody. The deluxe kurt rosenwinkel ss features a spruce top for brightness, clarity, and sustain. This generally will work when comping in the jazz style, but be careful when using maj7b5 chords in this manner so that you arent clashing with the melody or the soloist you are comping for. Always a maverick, even when he was touring with gary burton straight out of the berklee college of music in the 1990s, guitaristkeyboardist kurt rosenwinkel has only deepened his individualistic sound over the past 20 years.
Playing bass, chords and melody at the same time aka chord melody is not an easy thing to do. Aug, 2019 kurt rosenwinkel trio east coast love affair. Kurt rosenwinkel is regarded as one of the most skilled and influential modern jazz guitarist. This book showcases solo transcriptions of kurt s critically acclaimed album deep song as well as lead sheets for many of kurt. Whether in concert halls, basement jazz club wee hours jam sessions, conservatory practice rooms or radio station airwaves, rosenwinkel s distinctive voice as a composer and guitarist has had an undeniable impact on music in the 21st century. In this kurt rosenwinkel lesson, i look at some lines from a live solo on the song ill remember april and talk about some of the things that he uses a lot in his playing. The tune tends to center around the key of db major, however, there is no key indicated on the chord charts due to the many other key centers it explores. Deluxe kurt rosenwinkel ss deluxe series dangelico. Click below to download your copy of the easy guide to chord melody and chord soloing today. Jun 16, 2012 ask me now is a classic ballad written by thelonius monk. It sounds easy enough when you hear joe pass or barney kessel do it, but getting that smooth sound doesnt come by itself.
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