Searching for a is the first step toward a fundamental shift in your playing. Whether you are looking for the "New" updated digital layout or just want a portable version of the classic, Baker’s lessons remain the gold standard. It’s not just a book; it’s a rite of passage for every serious guitarist.
He teaches the big, chunky chords used by swing and bebop greats.
By Lesson 3, you are already playing sophisticated chord progressions that sound like a professional jazz chart.
Some "new" digital formats include links to audio demonstrations, allowing you to hear exactly how Baker’s syncopated rhythms should swing.