Martin Taylor's Latin Jazz Guitar Soloing Etudes

Ready to master Latin Jazz guitar soloing?

Discover the intricacies of Latin Jazz guitar with Martin Taylor's Latin Jazz Guitar Soloing Etudes. You'll take an intimate look into the techniques and pieces that define Latin Jazz, brought to life by one of the world's foremost jazz guitarists. 

Each chapter offers a carefully arranged solo etude based on classic Latin Jazz standard and some beautiful arrangements of unexpected classics, giving you the tools to understand and engage with the language of Latin Jazz guitar soloing.

As Martin Taylor shares his thoughts on each piece, you'll master all the authentic vocabulary and phrasing you need to bring this vibrant genre to life in your playing.

Learn beautiful guitar solos on the chord changes to:

The Girl from Ipanema: Learn how to balance its iconic melody with intricate, sophisticated chordal movements.

How Insensitive: Delve into the delicate interplay of melancholy and hope, mastering expressive phrasing and dynamics.

Keep the Home Fires Burning: Experience a unique Latin Jazz interpretation of this classic tune, blending traditional melodies with modern rhythmic innovations.

Night and Day: Reinterpret this jazz standard through the lens of Bossa Nova, discovering new harmonic pathways.

The Shadow of Your Smile: Develop the ability to convey deep emotion through melodic storytelling and harmonic subtlety.

Triste: Navigate the harmonic richness of this piece, using ii-V-I progressions to craft compelling solos.

Wave: Tackle the challenges of improvisation over complex chord changes, with a focus on handling diminished chords effectively.

Beyond the etudes, Martin Taylor provides a breakdown of the key features of Latin Jazz guitar solos, sharing his personal insights and techniques. This ensures you not only learn the solos but also understand the principles behind them, helping you to develop a deep inner connection with the music.

With free downloadable audio tracks, you can hear how each piece should be played, allowing you to practice and nail the phrasing with confidence.