As the author, Ron Hinkle puts it, ‘an important goal of this book is to help expand the definition of “banjo music” and make the banjo into a viable jazz instrument that can be played in any genre’. Beyond Chord Melody II sets you well on the road to developing your ability to improvise. This master class begins by exploring single string technique, essential for improvisation, followed by such matters as modal sequences, passing chord patterns and tritone resolution sequences. Note from Ron Hinkle This book is the result of a three-year investment of every ounce of heart, soul and self-honesty that I could muster. Not only did I write it, but I also researched and taught myself the presented concepts so that I would be able to honestly demonstrate them. Frankly, I’m exhausted! But I am also exhilarated and inspired by my newly developed musical skill and knowledge. It was worth it! “I improved the hard way, and now you can too!” Ron Hinkle “Shoot for the moon; even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars!” Les Brown In notation and TAB Audio files provided for each exercise and example Exercise sample 1 https://cliffordessex.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sample-1-031-Root-Set.mp3 Exercise Sample 2 https://cliffordessex.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sample-2-139a.-I-V-I-Etude-1-slow.mp3 Audio files provided for each exercise and example A complimentary digital copy of Beyond Chord Melody (I) is provided on the accompanying USB/CD as are ‘follow up articles’ and ‘supporting material’. Print length 119 pages
