This workshop will be geared to all levels of player. Don Price will Break down 2 of the most popular approaches to working with Django Reinhardt’s , and illustrate creating your own improvised Gypsy Jazz style-lines.Everyone will have a chance to play along to one of three basic chord-type solos using a popular tune from the Gypsy Jazz repertoire. At the workshop’s end, students will leave, better understanding Django’s improvisational process. Bring a notepad and pencil. A workshop and CD will be available for purchase, for more in-depth learning.
Don Price is the lead guitarist for Jazz Gitan, a gypsy swing guitar-based trio performing the music of Django Reinhardt and contemporary Gypsy Jazz. As a music educator and professional musician, Don has over 35 years experience and two books to his credit.