Eddie Lang (1902-1933) was the world’s first great jazz guitarist. He’s one of the few guitarists who can claim to have had a significant influence on Django Reinhardt. Lang’s brilliant chordal work laid the foundation for jazz guitar. Also, he was arguably the first jazz guitar soloist. His influence is clearly present in many of the guitarists who came after him: Django, Charlie Christian, etc.

Eddie Lang’s Modern Advanced Guitar Method documents Lang’s incredible fret board knowledge. It includes hundreds of examples of his chord shapes, arpeggios, and lead lines. An invaluable resource for any guitarist, especially one trying to emulate Lang’s brilliant chordal work. Additionally, I’ve found many of the chord voicings and arpeggios are similar to that of Django. Also includes a transcription of his chordal accompaniment for Joe Venuti’s classic Doin’ Things. 80 pages. Includes chord and arpeggio diagrams.

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These 33 studies were written by the mandolin virtuoso G. L. Lansing. They are intended as a supplement to his edition of the Christofaro Method for the Mandolin

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The Christofaro Method (sic) is one of the most revered classical mandolin methods ever published. The Christofaro,or correctly spelled “Cristofaro,” Method is essential for the classical mandolinist. This excellent edition was edited by the 19th Century mandolin virtuoso G. L. Lansing. Over a hundred Etudes with fingerings, picking suggestions, and diagrams. 72 pages.

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Like his excellent methods for mandolin and banjo, Bickford’s Ukulele method is a completely thorough study of this wonderful instrument. Includes detailed explanation of strumming techniques, chords (with diagrams), and dozens of songs. Over a hundred examples. 74 pages.

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This is an extremely rare method written in 1914. It covers all the basics of Ukulele playing. Includes diagrams for dozens of chords. Detailed instruction on strumming techniques. Over a dozen songs are included.

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