Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!
Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!
If you are someone who has transitioned from Rock Guitar to Jazz Guitar or tried to get into Jazz, perhaps you've encountered his name. There is no mistaking this iconic guitar hero. He stands between two worlds and has been the “go-to guitar hero” for many. For four decades, this Grammy Award-nominated guitarist has been speaking both languages. He found the right frequency to communicate with guitarists and music lovers worldwide. He is able to speak and communicate to Rock and Jazz audiences with the same amount of impact. Not only that, but his guitar playing has inspired Rock guys to get into Jazz and vice versa. Some people resonate with his compositional work. Some people get hooked by his flashy lines. Some folks might recognize him from playing with Miles Davis, Michael Brecker, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Jaco Pastorius, David Sanborn, Billy Cobham, John Patitucci, Jack DeJohnette and many more… Read full description…
Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!
If you are someone who has transitioned from Rock Guitar to Jazz Guitar or tried to get into Jazz, perhaps you've encountered his name. There is no mistaking this iconic guitar hero. He stands between two worlds and has been the “go-to guitar hero” for many. For four decades, this Grammy Award-nominated guitarist has been speaking both languages. He found the right frequency to communicate with guitarists and music lovers worldwide. He is able to speak and communicate to Rock and Jazz audiences with the same amount of impact. Not only that, but his guitar playing has inspired Rock guys to get into Jazz and vice versa. Some people resonate with his compositional work. Some people get hooked by his flashy lines. Some folks might recognize him from playing with Miles Davis, Michael Brecker, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Jaco Pastorius, David Sanborn, Billy Cobham, John Patitucci, Jack DeJohnette and many more…
Mike Stern is one of the rare guitarists who has created a world around his guitar playing. His playing leaves an imprint on people. How do you think Mike was able to achieve this level of artistry? How do you think it all started for Mike Stern? All of the big players must have practiced something that nobody has done before, right? They must have some “secrets” right?
From Blues, Jazz, Rock to Bach… Mike Stern is a tireless student of music. He has experience playing with legendary players and has accumulated an unreal amount of mileage from touring around the globe for years. It all started with understanding the basics. It all began with the foundation.
TAGA Publishing presents to you "Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!"
Mike will personally take you by the hand, guide you and shape your musical perception for practicing like you have never experienced before. At this stage of his life and career, Mike is able to boil his priceless wisdom down in a comprehensive and effective way. In this course, Mike will lay down all the tools for getting you into Jazz by just using a minor blues. "Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!" is not about learning a few phrases from Mike’s signature playing and it’s certainly not a traditional learning experience. This course will provide you with Mike’s principles, approach to improvisation, and his personal view on music. Back to the basics.
Everything in our "Mike Stern: Burn with Stern!" course is supported by the amazing Soundslice technology. In addition, this course will let you discover the entire experience in a high-quality, three-angle camera format. Mike will make you comfortable with the uncomfortable. Everything you need to know to finally jump start your transition into the Jazz world. Mike will take you by the hand and show you where to go. You will be educated on the whole process, removing all unnecessary pieces from your practice routine. You will spend less time on things that don’t work and get more value out of your practice time.
Be mentored by a legendary Grammy Award nominated player. Being led by Mike Stern will provide you with an unstoppable guitar skill set. Experience the richness of playing the guitar at the top level. Let the team at TAGA Publishing and Mike Stern help you transform your dreams on the guitar into a reality. At TAGA Publishing we are dedicated to getting you to the level of guitar playing you desire. Dive into "Mike Stern: Burn with Stern"!
Preview the course
Full course
Part 1 - Welcome |
1.1 - Playing Introduction by Mike Stern |
1.2 - Welcome |
Part 2 - The Minor Blues |
2.1 - Why Minor blues? |
2.2 - C Minor Blues Chords |
Part 3 - The Mike Stern Sound |
3.1 - How to learn Jazz |
3.2 - Learning Modes from their Roots |
3.3 - C Dorian |
3.4 - Aeolian vs. Dorian |
3.5 - The Mike Stern Sound |
4.1 - G Mixolydian b2 b6 |
Part 4 - Modes & Chords |
4.2 - Getting to the IV chord |
4.3 - Ab Lydian |
4.4 - Ab Lydian Dominant |
4.5 - D7 Altered Scale |
Part 5 - Putting it All Together |
5.1 - Minor Blues Performance |
Part 6 - Chord Tones |
6.1 - Chord Tones Introduction |
6.2 - Minor Blues with Chord Tones |
Part 7 - Comping |
7.1 - Comping Introduction |
7.2 - Comping Performance |
7.3 - Comping Conclusion |
Part 8 - Rhythm |
8.1 - Playing in Time |
8.2 - Persistence |
Part 10 - Bach |
9.1 - Bach Talking Introduction |
9.2 - Bach Outlining Chords |
9.3 - Bach Conclusion |
Part 10 - Chord Types |
10.1 - Minor 7 Introduction |
10.3 - G Half Whole Diminished Explanation |
10.4 - Ab7#11 Introduction |
10.5 - Ab7#11 Performance |
10.6 - G Mixolydian b2 b6 performance |
Part 11 - Triads |
11.1 - Using Triads |
11.2 - G and Ab Triads |
Part 12 - Performance |
12.1 - Edmond Introduction |
12.2 - Mr. PC |
12.3 - Conclusion |
About the artist
The American Guitar Academy
At The American Guitar Academy of Tokyo and Yokohama you can learn the guitar in different languages with instructors and students from all over the world.
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