Jody Fisher: News
Books at Amazon...... - January 19, 2010
If you don't feel like scrolling through my "buy" page, you can find most of my books at: www.amazon.com.
Just type my name in the search box....
Thanks for all your support....
Jody
Just type my name in the search box....
Thanks for all your support....
Jody
2010 Summer Clinic Schedule - January 19, 2010
Hi All,
Here is the schedule for the various clinics I'll be conducting next Summer.......
For more info contact the National Guitar Workshop at 800-234-6479, or go to www.guitarworkshop.com
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Real Book--Learn the Tunes!" with Jody Fisher
July 11-16, 2010
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
"The Art of Solo Guitar" with Jody Fisher
July 18-23, 2010
Concordia University
Austin, TX
"The Total Jazz Guitarist" with Jody Fisher
July 25-30, 2010
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
"The Jazz Summit"
August 1-6, 2010
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
The "Real Book" class is a brand new concept. If you think you are lacking tunes, this is the class for you! In addition to learning songs, you will learn HOW to learn tunes, improvise over them, and transpose them to any key.......it'll be a real workout!
More News
Keep your eye on this page. Soon I'll be uploading weekly guitar tips. These 2-3 minute videos will cover a vast array of chord melody, technique, and improvising ideas.....more to come soon........
To all the people I hooked up with at this year's NAMM show, I'd just like to say that I value your friendship and musical influence--here's to an artful, and prosperous 2010.
Jody
Here is the schedule for the various clinics I'll be conducting next Summer.......
For more info contact the National Guitar Workshop at 800-234-6479, or go to www.guitarworkshop.com
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Real Book--Learn the Tunes!" with Jody Fisher
July 11-16, 2010
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
"The Art of Solo Guitar" with Jody Fisher
July 18-23, 2010
Concordia University
Austin, TX
"The Total Jazz Guitarist" with Jody Fisher
July 25-30, 2010
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
"The Jazz Summit"
August 1-6, 2010
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
The "Real Book" class is a brand new concept. If you think you are lacking tunes, this is the class for you! In addition to learning songs, you will learn HOW to learn tunes, improvise over them, and transpose them to any key.......it'll be a real workout!
More News
Keep your eye on this page. Soon I'll be uploading weekly guitar tips. These 2-3 minute videos will cover a vast array of chord melody, technique, and improvising ideas.....more to come soon........
To all the people I hooked up with at this year's NAMM show, I'd just like to say that I value your friendship and musical influence--here's to an artful, and prosperous 2010.
Jody
YouTube..... - December 4, 2009
For anyone interested, I've started a YouTube channel--I've just uploaded the first vid--I'm still playing around with sound, light, etc--
Anyway, here I am messing around in my office--excuse the mess--my dog gives me a "walking ovation" toward the end.....
enjoy....
JF
Anyway, here I am messing around in my office--excuse the mess--my dog gives me a "walking ovation" toward the end.....
enjoy....
JF
New Live Video - July 19, 2009
Here is a video shot by a friend of the National Guitar Workshop--it's of Baba Elefante and I playing a couple of tunes during a sound check. The last couple of songs were shot during that evening's concert--I hope you enjoy it...
http://gallery.me.com/garobertson#100219
Jody
http://gallery.me.com/garobertson#100219
Jody
All Kinds of News.... - February 22, 2009
This is the first update in quite a while--it's been so busy.....
Lot's of educational news........
I am currently teaching at Los Angeles Music Academy (LAMA) located in Pasadena, California where I am teaching the jazz guitar, chord melody, and finger style classes, in addition to seeing a few weekly private students. It's an absolute pleasure to be working with these students who come from all over the world.
www.lamusicacademy.com
I have also taken a position at Riverside Community College in Riverside, California where I am teaching guitar classes and seeing quite a few private students. This, also, is a very cool environment.
http://www.rcc.edu/district/index.cfm
I feel fortunate to be able to contribute to both of these wonderful institutions.
This summer I'll be conducting seminars for the the National Guitar Workshop--here is the schedule:
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Total Jazz Guitarist"
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
July 5-10,2009
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Jazz Summit"
I'll be teaching the alumni class this year...
State University New York at Purchase, NY
July26-31, 2009
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Art of Solo Guitar"
State University New York at Purchase, NY
August 2-7,2009
http://www.guitarworkshop.com/
I am also waiting to hear if I'll teaching a couple of classes in Tel Aviv, Israel toward the beginning of summer, 2009--I'll keep you posted on that one...
One of my newest books, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" is now going into a second printing--
Thank you all for all the support....
Lot's of educational news........
I am currently teaching at Los Angeles Music Academy (LAMA) located in Pasadena, California where I am teaching the jazz guitar, chord melody, and finger style classes, in addition to seeing a few weekly private students. It's an absolute pleasure to be working with these students who come from all over the world.
www.lamusicacademy.com
I have also taken a position at Riverside Community College in Riverside, California where I am teaching guitar classes and seeing quite a few private students. This, also, is a very cool environment.
http://www.rcc.edu/district/index.cfm
I feel fortunate to be able to contribute to both of these wonderful institutions.
This summer I'll be conducting seminars for the the National Guitar Workshop--here is the schedule:
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Total Jazz Guitarist"
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
July 5-10,2009
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Jazz Summit"
I'll be teaching the alumni class this year...
State University New York at Purchase, NY
July26-31, 2009
National Guitar Workshop presents:
"The Art of Solo Guitar"
State University New York at Purchase, NY
August 2-7,2009
http://www.guitarworkshop.com/
I am also waiting to hear if I'll teaching a couple of classes in Tel Aviv, Israel toward the beginning of summer, 2009--I'll keep you posted on that one...
One of my newest books, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" is now going into a second printing--
Thank you all for all the support....
First George Benson Vids! - June 16, 2008
I just returned from Phoenix where George Benson and I recorded the first nineteen lessons for workshoplive.com. The lessons cover many aspects of George's style and also include his thoughts on various related topics. Each lesson consists of three or four different scenes. Over three year's we will produce 90 lessons in all.
Needless to say we really had fun during video shoots. The crew at Pure Touch Media was wonderful and did everything they could to make us feel comfortable.
You can subscribe to these lessons at www.workshoplive.com. Every two weeks you will receive two new George Benson lessons. This is due to begin in August 2008. We are all very excited about it.
You can view a couple of photos from the shoot here: http://www.jodyfisher.com/hostbaby/merge?stage=photos.
Needless to say we really had fun during video shoots. The crew at Pure Touch Media was wonderful and did everything they could to make us feel comfortable.
You can subscribe to these lessons at www.workshoplive.com. Every two weeks you will receive two new George Benson lessons. This is due to begin in August 2008. We are all very excited about it.
You can view a couple of photos from the shoot here: http://www.jodyfisher.com/hostbaby/merge?stage=photos.
What Would You Ask George Benson? - May 23, 2008
Hi All,
Well it's been pretty busy around here with students, two book projects, and getting ready for my summer of workshops and traveling.
In about two and a half weeks I'll be in Phoenix AZ, recording instructional videos with Mr. George Benson. I'm very excited about this project.
Mr. Benson has agreed to do a very large number of instructional video sessions at WorkshopLive.com.
I will be creating the content for these sessions over the next three years. In the videos, we will play together, talk a little, and teach viewers many of George's techniques, and ideas about playing, and practicing jazz guitar. The vids will be uploaded to WorkshopLive.com in coming months.
What I want to know is this.....
What would you ask George Benson if you had the chance. I have many questions already, of course, but I want to make sure that I ask questions that most players and students would be interested in. Technique? Practicing? Equipment? Career? Other advice?
Anything goes---
Send your questions to jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com
For all those interested, here is my schedule of workshops this summer. For additional info, go to www.guitarworkshop.com, or call 1-800-234-6479.
June 28--June 3, 2008--
Seattle, WA.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Jazz Skills" with Jody Fisher.
July 5--10, 2008--
Nashville, TN.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "The Art of Solo Guitar" with Jody Fisher.
July 12--17, 2008
Chicago, Il.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Jazz Skills" with Jody Fisher.
August 3--8
New Milford, CT
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Letting Go" with Jody Fisher.
August 10--15
New Milford, CT
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "The Jazz Summit".
I'll be teaching Chord Melody and
accompaniment styles.
Hope meet a lot you this summer!
Instructional Material by the Page!!
If you click on "Buy" and scroll down to the bottom of the page you will find some new instructional material. Because of many requests, I've decided to start selling my individual handouts by the page. These are handouts I use for private students, workshops and seminars. This is different material than is found in my books.
I have literally thousands of pages that I am in the process of converting to PDF files--obviously this will take some time. There are several handouts listed already and more will be added as time allows.
Just click on the link--it will take you to Lulu.com where you can pay and immediately download the file. Most pages are $1.25.
Enjoy!
Have a great month, and don't forget to send me all the George Benson questions you want!
Jody
Well it's been pretty busy around here with students, two book projects, and getting ready for my summer of workshops and traveling.
In about two and a half weeks I'll be in Phoenix AZ, recording instructional videos with Mr. George Benson. I'm very excited about this project.
Mr. Benson has agreed to do a very large number of instructional video sessions at WorkshopLive.com.
I will be creating the content for these sessions over the next three years. In the videos, we will play together, talk a little, and teach viewers many of George's techniques, and ideas about playing, and practicing jazz guitar. The vids will be uploaded to WorkshopLive.com in coming months.
What I want to know is this.....
What would you ask George Benson if you had the chance. I have many questions already, of course, but I want to make sure that I ask questions that most players and students would be interested in. Technique? Practicing? Equipment? Career? Other advice?
Anything goes---
Send your questions to jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com
For all those interested, here is my schedule of workshops this summer. For additional info, go to www.guitarworkshop.com, or call 1-800-234-6479.
June 28--June 3, 2008--
Seattle, WA.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Jazz Skills" with Jody Fisher.
July 5--10, 2008--
Nashville, TN.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "The Art of Solo Guitar" with Jody Fisher.
July 12--17, 2008
Chicago, Il.
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Jazz Skills" with Jody Fisher.
August 3--8
New Milford, CT
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "Letting Go" with Jody Fisher.
August 10--15
New Milford, CT
The National Guitar Workshop presents, "The Jazz Summit".
I'll be teaching Chord Melody and
accompaniment styles.
Hope meet a lot you this summer!
Instructional Material by the Page!!
If you click on "Buy" and scroll down to the bottom of the page you will find some new instructional material. Because of many requests, I've decided to start selling my individual handouts by the page. These are handouts I use for private students, workshops and seminars. This is different material than is found in my books.
I have literally thousands of pages that I am in the process of converting to PDF files--obviously this will take some time. There are several handouts listed already and more will be added as time allows.
Just click on the link--it will take you to Lulu.com where you can pay and immediately download the file. Most pages are $1.25.
Enjoy!
Have a great month, and don't forget to send me all the George Benson questions you want!
Jody
NAMM Show Vids..... - February 25, 2008
This is just a quick little update--The next update will have some pretty big news regarding my recordings and a new way to obtain some of my teaching materials--one page at a time. I'm really excited about
this--check back in just a few days....
Here are three short videos of me playing at the Carruthers Guitar booth during the 2008 NAMM Show.
It's a little noisy--hey, it's the NAMM Show!
John Carruther's guitars are great and I serious doubt if anyone else has more skill when it comes to building and repairing guitars.
Here is "Easy Living"--
Baubles--
Angel Eyes--
As always, I had a great time meeting up with all my friends there (this was my 29th NAMM Show).
this--check back in just a few days....
Here are three short videos of me playing at the Carruthers Guitar booth during the 2008 NAMM Show.
It's a little noisy--hey, it's the NAMM Show!
John Carruther's guitars are great and I serious doubt if anyone else has more skill when it comes to building and repairing guitars.
Here is "Easy Living"--
Baubles--
Angel Eyes--
As always, I had a great time meeting up with all my friends there (this was my 29th NAMM Show).
Three More Local Performances - November 26, 2007
Hi All,
If you live in the Southern California area, you might want to catch the trio at Cafe Aroma three different times in December. Here are the details--
Thursday, December 6, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Sunday, December 9, 2007
1:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Monday, December 17, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Hope to see you there!
Jody
If you live in the Southern California area, you might want to catch the trio at Cafe Aroma three different times in December. Here are the details--
Thursday, December 6, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Sunday, December 9, 2007
1:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Monday, December 17, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, CA 92549
www.cafearoma.org (951) 659-5212
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Hope to see you there!
Jody
Hi All, - November 13, 2007
While most of my gigs are private this time of year, here are two that are open to the public:
Saturday, November 17th
6:00
Java Lounge
54245 North Circle Dr., B1
Idyllwild, CA 92549
USA
(951) 659-JAVA (5282)
Jody Fisher--solo guitar
Wednesday, November 21
6:00
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
James Nation-drums
Here are two of my free lessons uploaded by WorkshopLive.com--
Enjoy--
http://thepracticeroom.typepad.com/Licks11-9-07_4.pdf
http://thepracticeroom.typepad.com/TC11-09-07_4.pdf
Here is a video of Luis Bonfa playing on the old Perry Como show--enjoy.....
Interested in Lesson? Contact me here first: go2jody@mac.com
Check out my sites at,
www.jodyfisher.com
and
myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Saturday, November 17th
6:00
Java Lounge
54245 North Circle Dr., B1
Idyllwild, CA 92549
USA
(951) 659-JAVA (5282)
Jody Fisher--solo guitar
Wednesday, November 21
6:00
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
James Nation-drums
Here are two of my free lessons uploaded by WorkshopLive.com--
Enjoy--
http://thepracticeroom.typepad.com/Licks11-9-07_4.pdf
http://thepracticeroom.typepad.com/TC11-09-07_4.pdf
Here is a video of Luis Bonfa playing on the old Perry Como show--enjoy.....
Interested in Lesson? Contact me here first: go2jody@mac.com
Check out my sites at,
www.jodyfisher.com
and
myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Review..... - October 16, 2007
Here is a review of my newest book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist".......
Jody Fisher, The Total Jazz Guitarist
Book and CD, National Guitar Workshop/Alfred, www.alfred.com.
This instruction book is perfect for intermediate to early-advanced students who want to start playing jazz, and can be used as a supplement to lessons. Part 1 covers the chords, scales, and basic theory needed to get into jazz playing. In Part 2, a few well-known songs are taught in great detail, allowing readers to apply the concepts learned in Part 1.
The book starts small, teaching basics such as how to read notation, tab, and chord and scale diagrams. From there, it moves into the handful of open chords students need to know if they’re intent on playing jazz: major, minor, and sevenths. Next come the movable chord forms and fingerings for the pentatonic scales. In the rest of Part 1, students learn major, minor, diminished, and augmented triads, as well as inversions and extended chords. They also unlock the mysteries of the modes and altered scales. Finally, they learn the ii–V7–I progression and its paramount importance in jazz.
Part 2, titled Learning Tunes, is where it all comes together. Students learn three songs in depth: “I’m in the Mood for Love,” “Over the Rainbow,” and “Blue Moon.” Melodies are taught first, in tab and notation. Next, the author tackles the subject of chords for each song. He divides the fretboard into regions, and rather than offer a couple options for each chord, he provides numerous options for each chord type in each region of the fretboard. This treatment is very effective, and if students repeat the songs, selecting different chords each time, they should come away with a much greater understanding of how to choose and apply different chords in a jazz context.
The Total Jazz Guitarist does an excellent job of teaching jazz basics in a logical, methodical fashion. Students who work diligently from cover to cover will not only learn to play some jazz, they’ll have a true understanding of how jazz works.
—Jason Garoian
Guitar Teacher Magazine
Jody Fisher, The Total Jazz Guitarist
Book and CD, National Guitar Workshop/Alfred, www.alfred.com.
This instruction book is perfect for intermediate to early-advanced students who want to start playing jazz, and can be used as a supplement to lessons. Part 1 covers the chords, scales, and basic theory needed to get into jazz playing. In Part 2, a few well-known songs are taught in great detail, allowing readers to apply the concepts learned in Part 1.
The book starts small, teaching basics such as how to read notation, tab, and chord and scale diagrams. From there, it moves into the handful of open chords students need to know if they’re intent on playing jazz: major, minor, and sevenths. Next come the movable chord forms and fingerings for the pentatonic scales. In the rest of Part 1, students learn major, minor, diminished, and augmented triads, as well as inversions and extended chords. They also unlock the mysteries of the modes and altered scales. Finally, they learn the ii–V7–I progression and its paramount importance in jazz.
Part 2, titled Learning Tunes, is where it all comes together. Students learn three songs in depth: “I’m in the Mood for Love,” “Over the Rainbow,” and “Blue Moon.” Melodies are taught first, in tab and notation. Next, the author tackles the subject of chords for each song. He divides the fretboard into regions, and rather than offer a couple options for each chord, he provides numerous options for each chord type in each region of the fretboard. This treatment is very effective, and if students repeat the songs, selecting different chords each time, they should come away with a much greater understanding of how to choose and apply different chords in a jazz context.
The Total Jazz Guitarist does an excellent job of teaching jazz basics in a logical, methodical fashion. Students who work diligently from cover to cover will not only learn to play some jazz, they’ll have a true understanding of how jazz works.
—Jason Garoian
Guitar Teacher Magazine
Joe Henderson and Herbie Hancock - October 12, 2007
The two masters playing "Lush Life".
Doesn't get better than this.....
Doesn't get better than this.....
Check this out.... - October 9, 2007
My good friend Sharon Ray, bassist extraordinaire just sent me this...
Pretty cool.....
Here are the players:
Rodrigo Reichel - Violine
Stefan Pintev - Violine
Jan Larsen - Viola
Vytas Sondeckis - Cello
Frank Skriptschinski - Bass
Pretty cool.....
Here are the players:
Rodrigo Reichel - Violine
Stefan Pintev - Violine
Jan Larsen - Viola
Vytas Sondeckis - Cello
Frank Skriptschinski - Bass
Hi All, - October 5, 2007
I'm spending lots of time at home at the moment working on a new 2-book (with CD) series. There is no title yet, but if you have been working in my last book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist", you'll find these next two books a continuation. More standards and jazz tunes are torn apart and analyzed from all angles. Ideas for playing the melody, comping, improvising, and chord melody arranging are what these books are all about.
Inland Empire Performances!
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
6:00 pm
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
6:00 pm
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Monday, December 31, 2007
Time: TBA
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
See you There!
Here"s a great Les Paul and Mary Ford video--enjoy!
Have a good month!
Jody
Inland Empire Performances!
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
6:00 pm
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
6:00 pm
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Monday, December 31, 2007
Time: TBA
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
See you There!
Here"s a great Les Paul and Mary Ford video--enjoy!
Have a good month!
Jody
Back Home Again.... - September 5, 2007
Hi All,
Well, another summer clinic tour has ended and I find myself back home along with a lot of great memories of people, music, and wonderful experiences.
Since I've been home I've had quite a few gigs--thanks to Baba Elefante, Steve Dixon, Jeff Stover, Paul Carman, and Katarina New for co-creating some memorable music with me--dang, these folks play well.........
Two weekends ago I had the opportunity to spend a day at the "Jazz in the Pines" festival, here in Idyllwild. What a great event! Don't go another year without attending this event--info: http://www.idyllwildjazz.com/
I'm currently working on a two-book series. If you've been enjoying my last book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist", you'll probably want to look into these next two books.
Like the "Total Guitarist" this next series will look at numerous standards and jazz tunes and tear them apart harmonically, melodically, and rhythmically. With each song you'll find examples of chord melody, single line playing, comping arrangements, and tons of ideas for improvising. Many arranging ideas are included as well.
I'm entering the time of year when a lot of my gigs and performances are private affairs, but here is a list of some upcoming gigs are are open to the public--hope to see you at some of these........
Friday, September 7, 2007
Solo Jazz Guitar with Jody Fisher
Caine Learning Center
54385 Pine Crest Ave
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 859-0152
www.idyllwildconferenceroom.com/index.html
Wednesday September 19, 2007
Jazz Trio with:
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Scott Ickes-drums
Galli's
6620 Carnelian Ave
Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 91701
909-941-1100
http://www.gallis.net/
Wednesday, Sept 26, 2007
Jazz Trio with:
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
James Nation-drums
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1100
All my engagements are listed on my sites:
www.jodyfisher.com www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Students are starting to sign up for September and October lessons. Contact me now for your time slot. Most students take one 2-hour lesson per month--if you are interested make first contact here: go2jody@mac.com, or jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com.
Here is a really cool video that shows how the first vinyl records were made. This video has some great Duke Ellington footage as well--enjoy.
Once again, thanks for all the support!
Jody
Well, another summer clinic tour has ended and I find myself back home along with a lot of great memories of people, music, and wonderful experiences.
Since I've been home I've had quite a few gigs--thanks to Baba Elefante, Steve Dixon, Jeff Stover, Paul Carman, and Katarina New for co-creating some memorable music with me--dang, these folks play well.........
Two weekends ago I had the opportunity to spend a day at the "Jazz in the Pines" festival, here in Idyllwild. What a great event! Don't go another year without attending this event--info: http://www.idyllwildjazz.com/
I'm currently working on a two-book series. If you've been enjoying my last book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist", you'll probably want to look into these next two books.
Like the "Total Guitarist" this next series will look at numerous standards and jazz tunes and tear them apart harmonically, melodically, and rhythmically. With each song you'll find examples of chord melody, single line playing, comping arrangements, and tons of ideas for improvising. Many arranging ideas are included as well.
I'm entering the time of year when a lot of my gigs and performances are private affairs, but here is a list of some upcoming gigs are are open to the public--hope to see you at some of these........
Friday, September 7, 2007
Solo Jazz Guitar with Jody Fisher
Caine Learning Center
54385 Pine Crest Ave
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 859-0152
www.idyllwildconferenceroom.com/index.html
Wednesday September 19, 2007
Jazz Trio with:
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Scott Ickes-drums
Galli's
6620 Carnelian Ave
Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 91701
909-941-1100
http://www.gallis.net/
Wednesday, Sept 26, 2007
Jazz Trio with:
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
James Nation-drums
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA 92373
(909) 792-1100
All my engagements are listed on my sites:
www.jodyfisher.com www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Students are starting to sign up for September and October lessons. Contact me now for your time slot. Most students take one 2-hour lesson per month--if you are interested make first contact here: go2jody@mac.com, or jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com.
Here is a really cool video that shows how the first vinyl records were made. This video has some great Duke Ellington footage as well--enjoy.
Once again, thanks for all the support!
Jody
A Few Updates..... - June 25, 2007
Hi All,
Just a few comments and announcements before I hit the road this summer.
First, I'd like to thank Tony Palkovic for inviting me on his radio show on KSPC 88.7 in Claremont, CA.
He interviewed me for an hour and I did some live solo playing as well. The show airs on Tuesday, June 26 from
noon to 1:00 pm Pacific time. You can also hear it in streaming audio at www.kspc.org.
Check it out--
My decision to make my CDs available in plain paperboard sleeves, sans artwork has really paid off. I can now sell my CDs for just $5.00. Needless to say I'm receiving orders every day--thanks to you all. Watch for new CDs coming out often starting in the fall when I get back from all my summer traveling.
Don't forget to check out my new MySpace page at www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar. You can listen to, or even buy individual tracks there as well as view a few videos--and hey, let's be friends......
Here are some new gigs coming up in August:
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Monday, August 20, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Last night of the Jazz in the Pines Festival
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Paul Carman-sax
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Thursday, August 30, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
There are quite a few new links at my website: www.jodyfisher.com--
Ok--now, dig this...
Three of my favorite musicians--
state of the art...really,
I'll try to do a few updates from the road this summer--thanks again for all your support!
Jody
www.jodyfisher.com www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Just a few comments and announcements before I hit the road this summer.
First, I'd like to thank Tony Palkovic for inviting me on his radio show on KSPC 88.7 in Claremont, CA.
He interviewed me for an hour and I did some live solo playing as well. The show airs on Tuesday, June 26 from
noon to 1:00 pm Pacific time. You can also hear it in streaming audio at www.kspc.org.
Check it out--
My decision to make my CDs available in plain paperboard sleeves, sans artwork has really paid off. I can now sell my CDs for just $5.00. Needless to say I'm receiving orders every day--thanks to you all. Watch for new CDs coming out often starting in the fall when I get back from all my summer traveling.
Don't forget to check out my new MySpace page at www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar. You can listen to, or even buy individual tracks there as well as view a few videos--and hey, let's be friends......
Here are some new gigs coming up in August:
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Monday, August 20, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Last night of the Jazz in the Pines Festival
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Paul Carman-sax
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Thursday, August 30, 2007
6:00
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-5212
www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-guitar
Baba Elefante-bass
Steve Dixon-drums
There are quite a few new links at my website: www.jodyfisher.com--
Ok--now, dig this...
Three of my favorite musicians--
state of the art...really,
I'll try to do a few updates from the road this summer--thanks again for all your support!
Jody
www.jodyfisher.com www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
CD Prices, My Space, and More...... - May 18, 2007
I have a new page at MySpace--
www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Check it out! The My Spacepage is an informal overview of my activities. This site (www.jodyfisher.com) is where you'll find the details....
New CD Prices!
From this point on, all of my CDs will sell for $5.00....
There are two main reasons for this.
1. I want to run my business a little "greener". So, if I eliminate the plastic (jewel cases and shrink wrap), and all the extra paper products, I can let the actual music sell for five bucks. Isn't that what we all really want anyway?
2. Most people buy their music online and then dump it all on their mp3 players. Those folks that do buy CDs are storing their tunes on PCs and mp3 players too (and if they're not doing that now, they will be soon...).
So I think it's time for all the unnecessary packaging to go........
If you buy my music from www.jodyfisher.com, it's five bucks.
If you buy my music from CD Baby, it's five bucks.
If you buy my music from me at gigs, it's five bucks.
I like to keep it simple
Now, if you want to download songs from this site simply click on "buy" on the menu to the left (all the other books and CDs are still there--just scroll down), or go to my new MySpace page:
myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar.
All songs are 99 cents per download. The cool part of this is that I'll be uploading new music as quickly as I can write it. So check back often--you'll often find new things to listen to. Since this store feature is new, there are only a few tracks available--but not for long.
Of course, a lot of my recordings are available from iTunes and about 50 other download sites if you prefer, but you'll find the newest material right here.
2007 Summer Workshop and Seminar Schedule--
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
You can get more info about these seminars by calling 1-800-234-6479 or going to www.guitarworkshop.com.
Gigs--
Here are some "open to the public" gigs coming up......
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Blue Fin Sushi
2:00-5:00
665 E. Foothill Blvd.
Claremont, CA. 91711
(909) 482-0300
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Baba Elefante-Bass
Scott Ickes-Drums
Friday, June 1, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Monday, June 4, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jazz Duo
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Friday, June 15, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Come by and support live jazz!
Jody
www.myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar
Check it out! The My Spacepage is an informal overview of my activities. This site (www.jodyfisher.com) is where you'll find the details....
New CD Prices!
From this point on, all of my CDs will sell for $5.00....
There are two main reasons for this.
1. I want to run my business a little "greener". So, if I eliminate the plastic (jewel cases and shrink wrap), and all the extra paper products, I can let the actual music sell for five bucks. Isn't that what we all really want anyway?
2. Most people buy their music online and then dump it all on their mp3 players. Those folks that do buy CDs are storing their tunes on PCs and mp3 players too (and if they're not doing that now, they will be soon...).
So I think it's time for all the unnecessary packaging to go........
If you buy my music from www.jodyfisher.com, it's five bucks.
If you buy my music from CD Baby, it's five bucks.
If you buy my music from me at gigs, it's five bucks.
I like to keep it simple
Now, if you want to download songs from this site simply click on "buy" on the menu to the left (all the other books and CDs are still there--just scroll down), or go to my new MySpace page:
myspace.com/jodyfisherguitar.
All songs are 99 cents per download. The cool part of this is that I'll be uploading new music as quickly as I can write it. So check back often--you'll often find new things to listen to. Since this store feature is new, there are only a few tracks available--but not for long.
Of course, a lot of my recordings are available from iTunes and about 50 other download sites if you prefer, but you'll find the newest material right here.
2007 Summer Workshop and Seminar Schedule--
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
You can get more info about these seminars by calling 1-800-234-6479 or going to www.guitarworkshop.com.
Gigs--
Here are some "open to the public" gigs coming up......
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Blue Fin Sushi
2:00-5:00
665 E. Foothill Blvd.
Claremont, CA. 91711
(909) 482-0300
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Baba Elefante-Bass
Scott Ickes-Drums
Friday, June 1, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Monday, June 4, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jazz Duo
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Friday, June 15, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Come by and support live jazz!
Jody
Hi All..... - April 16, 2007
I just wanted to say that I had a great time playing at Galli's (www.gallis.net) in Rancho Cucamonga last Wednesday. The crowd was terrific and stayed all night--great place, and a great place to hear some live jazz!
Speaking of live jazz.....
Be sure to check out www.Lajazz.com when you want to find out where all the live jazz is happening in Southern California. It's an amazing site and a great resource for players and listeners alike.
Here are some my upcoming "open to the public" gigs:
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Thursday, May 3, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher/Baba Elefante Duo
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Friday, May 11, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Bill Saitta--bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Sunday, May 13, 2007
1:00-4:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Blue Fin Sushi
2:00-5:00
665 E. Foothill Blvd.
Claremont, CA. 91711
(909) 482-0300
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Baba Elefante-Bass
Scott Ickes-Drums
Friday, June 1, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Monday, June 4, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jazz Duo
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Friday, June 15, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Come by and support live jazz!
Jody
Speaking of live jazz.....
Be sure to check out www.Lajazz.com when you want to find out where all the live jazz is happening in Southern California. It's an amazing site and a great resource for players and listeners alike.
Here are some my upcoming "open to the public" gigs:
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Thursday, May 3, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher/Baba Elefante Duo
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Friday, May 11, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Bill Saitta--bass
Steve Dixon-drums
Sunday, May 13, 2007
1:00-4:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Blue Fin Sushi
2:00-5:00
665 E. Foothill Blvd.
Claremont, CA. 91711
(909) 482-0300
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Baba Elefante-Bass
Scott Ickes-Drums
Friday, June 1, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Monday, June 4, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jazz Duo
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Friday, June 15, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher-Guitar
Bill Saitta-Bass
Steve Dixon-Drums
Come by and support live jazz!
Jody
News for April - April 2, 2007
Hi All,
Well, here we are in April, and while quite a few of my gigs are private affairs over the next few months, there are several dates that are "open to the public".
(note: please read the blurb at the end concerning email--thanks)
I hope you can swing by and say "hi". These are some very cool venues......
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Thursday, May 3, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Sunday, May 13, 2007
1:00-4:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Cafe Aroma has GREAT food and atmosphere, along with a wonderful art gallery as well. Be sure to check out their website listed above.
If you've never been to Idyllwild before, you are in for a treat. Idyllwild is a beautiful little town situated in the San Jacinto Mountains, over looking Palm Springs, CA. I call this place home.
Check it out here: http://www.idyllwild.com/
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Rancho Las Palmas Resort
Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA
5:00--8:00
Spa Under the Stars
Come for a Spa treatment and listen to some solo jazz guitar
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Galli's
8:00
6620 Carnelian St
Rancho Cucamonga CA 91701
United States
(909) 941-1100
Jody Fisher--Guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Scott Ickes--Drums
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Rancho Las Palmas Resort
Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA
5:00--8:00
Spa Under the Stars
Come for a Spa treatment and listen to some solo jazz guitar
Thursday, April 26, 2007
9:00
The Press
129 Harvard
Claremont CA 91711
United States
(909) 625-4808
Jazz Trio
Jody Fisher-=Guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Scott ickes--Drums
My newest book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" (Alfred Publishing/Workshop Arts) is now available directly through my site, www.jodyfisher.com.
The publisher's blurb:
This unique and wide-ranging method features exciting lessons for players at all levels of ability. You will find tons of chords, scales and other improvisational devices to use. This book will teach you how to create great sounding chord melodies, cool improvised solos, and other creative jazz techniques using actual standards and jazz tunes, such as I'm in the Mood for Love, Over the Rainbow, and Blue Moon. Standard notation and TAB. Book and CD..........$19.95
In my last newsletter I mentioned that I had just returned from Vancouver where I had a very cool studio date....
Well, it seems like everythings ends up on YouTube--these links will take you to video of our recording session--
The musicians are,
Mike Michalkow--Drums
Baba Elefante--Bass
Tilden Webb--Piano
Moi--Guitar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53psHyxFY-g
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fg5uUU-HGM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pVV79WMxoto
Here is an additional video of some solo guitar work uploaded by http://www.workshoplive.com:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=476vNb6thyM
Anyone interested in private lessons should make first contact here:
go2jody@mac.com
Once again here are the dates for the summer seminars I'll be doing for the National Guitar Workshop this summer.
If you are interested in attending any of these workshops, you can receive info and an application by calling 1-800-234-6479, or by going to guitarworkshop.com.
If you have any questions about the classes themselves, you can find descriptions here on my site--just go to the bio page page and scroll down......
Of course you can always email me with questions as well.
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
Note concerning email--
I have always tried to return all email, and believe me, I get quite a lot! Many of you are writing to comment on my books, videos, and recordings. I really appreciate hearing from all of you, and I mean it sincerely. You folks support me and I know who my friends are....
Lately, however, for some reason my website has been receiving 2000 to 4000 hits per day! This has generated an ENORMOUS amount of email. Try as I might, I just cannot guarantee an answer to everyone (hey, I need time to practice y'know....)
I don't feel great about this, but email has taken over my life at this point.
I will try to answer the emails I can....I hope you all understand......thanks.
Have a great month,
Jody
Well, here we are in April, and while quite a few of my gigs are private affairs over the next few months, there are several dates that are "open to the public".
(note: please read the blurb at the end concerning email--thanks)
I hope you can swing by and say "hi". These are some very cool venues......
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Thursday, May 3, 2007
6:00-9:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Sunday, May 13, 2007
1:00-4:00 pm
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle Dr.
Idyllwild, CA. 92549
(951) 659-5212
Http://www.cafearoma.org
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Steve Dixon--drums
Cafe Aroma has GREAT food and atmosphere, along with a wonderful art gallery as well. Be sure to check out their website listed above.
If you've never been to Idyllwild before, you are in for a treat. Idyllwild is a beautiful little town situated in the San Jacinto Mountains, over looking Palm Springs, CA. I call this place home.
Check it out here: http://www.idyllwild.com/
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Rancho Las Palmas Resort
Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA
5:00--8:00
Spa Under the Stars
Come for a Spa treatment and listen to some solo jazz guitar
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Galli's
8:00
6620 Carnelian St
Rancho Cucamonga CA 91701
United States
(909) 941-1100
Jody Fisher--Guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Scott Ickes--Drums
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Rancho Las Palmas Resort
Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA
5:00--8:00
Spa Under the Stars
Come for a Spa treatment and listen to some solo jazz guitar
Thursday, April 26, 2007
9:00
The Press
129 Harvard
Claremont CA 91711
United States
(909) 625-4808
Jazz Trio
Jody Fisher-=Guitar
Baba Elefante--Bass
Scott ickes--Drums
My newest book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" (Alfred Publishing/Workshop Arts) is now available directly through my site, www.jodyfisher.com.
The publisher's blurb:
This unique and wide-ranging method features exciting lessons for players at all levels of ability. You will find tons of chords, scales and other improvisational devices to use. This book will teach you how to create great sounding chord melodies, cool improvised solos, and other creative jazz techniques using actual standards and jazz tunes, such as I'm in the Mood for Love, Over the Rainbow, and Blue Moon. Standard notation and TAB. Book and CD..........$19.95
In my last newsletter I mentioned that I had just returned from Vancouver where I had a very cool studio date....
Well, it seems like everythings ends up on YouTube--these links will take you to video of our recording session--
The musicians are,
Mike Michalkow--Drums
Baba Elefante--Bass
Tilden Webb--Piano
Moi--Guitar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53psHyxFY-g
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fg5uUU-HGM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pVV79WMxoto
Here is an additional video of some solo guitar work uploaded by http://www.workshoplive.com:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=476vNb6thyM
Anyone interested in private lessons should make first contact here:
go2jody@mac.com
Once again here are the dates for the summer seminars I'll be doing for the National Guitar Workshop this summer.
If you are interested in attending any of these workshops, you can receive info and an application by calling 1-800-234-6479, or by going to guitarworkshop.com.
If you have any questions about the classes themselves, you can find descriptions here on my site--just go to the bio page page and scroll down......
Of course you can always email me with questions as well.
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
Note concerning email--
I have always tried to return all email, and believe me, I get quite a lot! Many of you are writing to comment on my books, videos, and recordings. I really appreciate hearing from all of you, and I mean it sincerely. You folks support me and I know who my friends are....
Lately, however, for some reason my website has been receiving 2000 to 4000 hits per day! This has generated an ENORMOUS amount of email. Try as I might, I just cannot guarantee an answer to everyone (hey, I need time to practice y'know....)
I don't feel great about this, but email has taken over my life at this point.
I will try to answer the emails I can....I hope you all understand......thanks.
Have a great month,
Jody
News and Stuff - March 16, 2007
Hi All,
My newest book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" (Alfred Publishing/Workshop Arts) is now available directly through my site, www.jodyfisher.com.
The publisher's blurb:
This unique and wide-ranging method features exciting lessons for players at all levels of ability. You will find tons of chords, scales and other improvisational devices to use. This book will teach you how to create great sounding chord melodies, cool improvised solos, and other creative jazz techniques using actual standards and jazz tunes, such as I'm in the Mood for Love, Over the Rainbow, and Blue Moon. Standard notation and TAB. Book and CD..........$19.95
I've been pretty busy playing a lot of private affairs lately but here are some of my upcoming "open-to-the-public" gigs--I hope to see you at some of them!
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA. 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com 6:00-9:00
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Galli's
6620 Carnelian St.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 91701
(909) 941-1100
www.gallis.net 8:00
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Scott Ickes
I just returned home from Vancouver where I was recording an instructional drum video for amazing drummer Mike Michalkow--we had a great time for three days in an outstanding studio--
Check it out here: http://www.rockbeachrecording.com/
Be sure to click on the "gallery".
Once again here are the dates for the summer seminars I'll be doing for the National Guitar Workshop this summer.
If you are interested in attending any of these workshops, you can receive info and an application by calling 1-800-234-6479, or by going to guitarworkshop.com.
If you have any questions about the classes themselves, you can find descriptions here on my site--just go to the bio page page and scroll down......
Of course you can always email me with questions as well.
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
Also, if you areinterested in private lessons with me, contact can be made here:
jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com
Thanks for the support!
Jody
My newest book, "The Total Jazz Guitarist" (Alfred Publishing/Workshop Arts) is now available directly through my site, www.jodyfisher.com.
The publisher's blurb:
This unique and wide-ranging method features exciting lessons for players at all levels of ability. You will find tons of chords, scales and other improvisational devices to use. This book will teach you how to create great sounding chord melodies, cool improvised solos, and other creative jazz techniques using actual standards and jazz tunes, such as I'm in the Mood for Love, Over the Rainbow, and Blue Moon. Standard notation and TAB. Book and CD..........$19.95
I've been pretty busy playing a lot of private affairs lately but here are some of my upcoming "open-to-the-public" gigs--I hope to see you at some of them!
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
The Farm Artisan Foods
22 E. State St.
Redlands, CA. 92373
(909) 792-1162
www.farmartisanfoods.com 6:00-9:00
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
James Nation--drums
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Galli's
6620 Carnelian St.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 91701
(909) 941-1100
www.gallis.net 8:00
Jody Fisher--guitar
Baba Elefante--bass
Scott Ickes
I just returned home from Vancouver where I was recording an instructional drum video for amazing drummer Mike Michalkow--we had a great time for three days in an outstanding studio--
Check it out here: http://www.rockbeachrecording.com/
Be sure to click on the "gallery".
Once again here are the dates for the summer seminars I'll be doing for the National Guitar Workshop this summer.
If you are interested in attending any of these workshops, you can receive info and an application by calling 1-800-234-6479, or by going to guitarworkshop.com.
If you have any questions about the classes themselves, you can find descriptions here on my site--just go to the bio page page and scroll down......
Of course you can always email me with questions as well.
June 30--July 5, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 7--12, 2007
Jazz Skills
Loyola Marymount
Los Angeles, CA
July 14--19, 2007
The Art of Solo Guitar
Belmont College
San Francisco, CA
July 22--27, 2007
Jazz Skills
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
July 29--August 3, 2007
Letting Go
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
August 5--10, 2007
NGW Jazz Summit
The Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
If you have received a 2007 NGW brochure already, you will find that my Art of Solo Guitar seminar in San Francisco is not list--let me assure you that it IS definitely happpening.
Also, if you areinterested in private lessons with me, contact can be made here:
jodyfisher@jodyfisher.com
Thanks for the support!
Jody