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Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 27.1 - Bebop articulation at its best - Phil Woods solo on Walkin' (analysis)🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== Bebop articulation at its best - Phil Woods solo on Walkin' analysis In this video, I analyse the 'language' that made Phil Woods one of the best alto sax players in the history of jazz. His articulation and dynamic control are so detailed and under control all the time. Every single line of the solo is a great starting point to understand and learn how to play bebop. The transcription PDF is available on my websit...2025-05-2515 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 32 - Learn to transcribe and quickly improve your jazz skills Part 2🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== In this episode, I show my transcribing techniques that you can apply to learn or speed up your transcribing skills. Part 2 shows myself transcribing (and breaking down step-by-step) the solo of Lou Donaldson's Alligator Boogaloo, a great track to start your transcription journey. Shoot a comment to let me know how you go or if something is unclear. 00:00 Intro 00:12 1st Chorus 16:48 2nd Chorus 26:57 3rd Chorus 35:20 4th Chorus ...2025-01-2746 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 31 - Learn to transcribe and instantly improve your jazz skills - Part 1🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== In this video, I show my transcribing technique that you can apply to learn or speed up your transcribing skills. Part 1 shows myself transcribing (and breaking down step-by-step) the melody of Lou Donaldson's Alligator Boogaloo, a great track to start your transcription journey. Shoot a comment to let me know how you go or if something is unclear. 00:00 Intro 02:16 Melody starts 03:16 Singing back 05:35 Finding the notes 10:29 Transposed phrase 12:5...2025-01-0925 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 30 - Get Your Sax Together🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== Hello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interview podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets, and much more. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Jamie Anderson aka Get Your Sax Together. Use this link to download some useful material Jamie provided for you: https://drive...2024-11-241h 28

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 29 - Max Glanz🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== Hello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interview podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Max Glanz. Among the engaging answers I got from Max, I love his brilliant points of view on the art of transcription. 'If it is a solo...2024-09-101h 00

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 26.1 - When you play a legendary solo - Paul Gonsalves Transcription - Part 1🎵 Visit my store at https://store.mirkoguerrini.com/ to find transcriptions, tutorials and more! 🎵 ============== Join us on this "Jazz Transcription Clinic" episode with your host, Mirko Guerrini, as he transcribes the legendary Paul Gonsalves' solo on Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue (Duke Ellington). Discover how Paul Gonsalves' legendary tenor saxophone solo on "Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue" was so efficient. This is the first part (the first 7 choruses) of the entire solo 00:00 Introduction 00:30 About the solo 01:54 Beginning of transcription 02:44 Analysis 07:56 Transcription starts with 5th chorus 19:31 6th chorus...2024-07-2444 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 28 - The saxophone solo that saved an entire orchestraJoin us on this episode of "Jazz Transcription Clinic" with your host, Mirko Guerrini, as we delve into the electrifying night of July 7, 1956, (exactly 68 years ago) at the Newport Jazz Festival. Discover how Paul Gonsalves' legendary 27-chorus tenor saxophone solo on "Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue" saved the Duke Ellington Orchestra from obscurity. We'll explore the backdrop of a jazz scene overshadowed by the rising tide of rock and roll, with Elvis Presley on the verge of releasing his iconic hit "Hound Dog." Listen to the story of how a blonde lady in a red dress, dancing...2024-07-0707 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 25.1 - Joel FrahmLearning the Blues from the Masters, Part 3 - Joel Frahm My transcription and analysis of the incredible Joel Frahm's solo on 'After Supper'. 01:50 - Whole solo 04:50 - 1st Chorus (Blues scale, simple lines) 11:39 - 2nd Chorus (Diminished scale, Tritone substitution, Lydian dominant) 18:42 - 3rd Chorus (More blues scale, Tritone substitution, Perfect ending) The transcription pdf (in Bb, Eb and Concert) is available on my website www.mirkoguerrini.com Subscribe to my channel. Gear used in this video: Audio-Technica ATH-E40 Professional In-Ear Monitor Headphones https://amz...2024-02-0126 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 24.1 Struttin’ With Some Barbecue - Branford MarsalisWhen you are really cookin' - Branford Marsalis' transcription Hi everyone, For this episode, I have transcribed Branford Marsalis playing on the famous standard Struttin' with some barbecue. The solo is outstanding for its combination of traditional and bebop language. Branford has a superb tone on soprano, a supersolid time, and a very simple, straightforward way of thinking. 00:00 Introduction 00:10 Whole solo 03:11 Analysis starts (Form analysis A-B-A-C) 06:15 1st A - 1st Chorus 10:40 B - 1st Chorus 13:52 2nd A - 1st Chorus 17:12 C - 1st Chorus 18:32 1st...2023-12-0528 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 23.1 -Learning the blues - Part 2 - Marçal PerramonLearning the Blues, Part 2 - Marçal Perramon transcription Hi everyone, For this episode, I have transcribed the Marçel Perramon solo on Neal Hefti's blues called After Supper. The solo is informative on learning and internalising solid jazz language, especially on the turning points of the blues (between bars 4 and 5 and at the end of the form). 00:00 Introduction 02:32 1st Chorus 19:50 2nd Chorus 36:54 Solo Analysis 51:55 Whole solo Subscribe to my Channel Complete transcription in pdf Concert is available on my website: https://mirk...2023-11-1655 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 27 - The CompromiseHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a podcast where we talk about transcriptions, how to do it and wonderful musicians. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, after receiving some harsh comments on a previous episode about something that I supposedly wrongly transcribed, I decided to make a short video where I explain (once again) what is The Compromise that we need to accept when we transcribe. 🎷You can check Mirko Guerrini's music here: https://mirkoguerrini.bandcamp.com or here https...2023-10-3110 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 22.1 - Learning the Blues from the Masters - Scott HamiltonLearning the Blues from the Masters, Part 1 - Scott Hamilton transcription Hi everyone, For this episode, I have transcribed the Scott Hamilton solo on Neal Hefti's blues called After Supper. The solo is informative on learning and internalising solid jazz language, especially on the turning points of the blues (between bars 4 and 5 and at the end of the form). 00:00 Introduction 04:18 1st Melody 08:41 2nd Melody (harmonised) 14:35 Scott Hamilton' solo (1st Chorus) 38:57 Scott Hamilton' solo (2nd Chorus) 55:49 Whole solo Subscribe to...2023-10-0158 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 26 - Let’s TranscribeHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctors: Let's Transcribe. Among the engaging answers I got from them, their most difficult transcription has been one of Tal Farlow's, and their favourite is Herb Ellis' Easter Parade. Leave a comment if you like. Listen to Let's Transcribe''s answers to t...2023-09-011h 07

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 25 - Cheryl DurongpisitkulHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: CHERYL DURONGPISITKUL Leave a comment if you like. Listen to Cheryl''s answers to the questions below: 00:00 Introduction 09:50 Why do you transcribe? 11:06 How do you choose the solos you transcribe? 24:20 What do you expect to bring home with a...2023-08-0158 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 21.1 Stratusphunk - Bill Evans septetHi everyone, For this episode, I tried something a bit harder. I have transcribed a full track and all instruments. Furthermore, to celebrate the 100th birthday of the great composer and arranger George Russell, I transcribed the Bill Evans version of the blues Stratusphunk, written by George Russell. Personnel: Bill Evans Piano Art Farmer Trumpet Hal McKusick Alto Sax Jimmy Cleveland Trombone Barry Gailbright Guitar Eddy Safranski Double Bass Ed Thigpen Drums Recorded on a T...2023-07-1525 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 24 - Lef GermenlisHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: LEF GERMENLIS Leave a comment if you like. Listen to Lef''s answers to the questions below: 00:00 Introduction 02:24 Why do you transcribe? 07:48 What do you expect to bring home with a transcription? 11:06 How do you choose the solos yo...2023-07-0153 min

Bent NotesChaotic Jazzy Contrasts?Paul Grabowsky visited the Bent Notes studio to chat about his latest work – Fascinatin’ Algorhythm – being performed by his Jazz trio Torrio! onstage with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. (MSO) Paul Grabowsky ‘Fascinatin’ Algorythm’ Paul spoke about his observation upon returning to Australia early in his career that Melbourne Jazz had stepped out with a new attitude while he had been in Germany, due in no small part to the pioneering work of Vince Jones; and how Paul has continued to develop his and Australia’s our own Jazz stylings through his attitude and approach to Jazz and music...2023-06-1219 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 23 - Stefano BollaniHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: STEFANO BOLLANI. Stefano is not only one of my best friends, he was also my best man at my wedding and my deskmate at high school. We have gone through uncountable adventures, with some highlights like the recording of the album Carioca in B...2023-06-011h 02

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 20.1 Red Garland Solo on What is This Thing Called LoveThis is my transcription and analysis of the beautiful solo by Red Garland on What is this Thing Called Love, from A Garland In Red (Prestige). It is a very hard swingin' be-bop informative solo played by Garland, with many insights on transforming a simple melody with no swing into a swinging machine! Garland also makes an extensive and state of the art use the enclosures technique. Complete transcription in pdf in Bb, Eb and C are available on my website:https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcripti... A small donation (if you can...2023-05-2323 min

Bent NotesMartin’s MJC celebration – 40 Years of JazzWhen Martin Jackson was guest on Bent Notes he discussed some of the history of the MJC – the Melbourne Jazz Co-Operative – a not-for-profit organisation that Martin launched 40 years ago to support and promote original live jazz performances by established and emerging artists in Melbourne. The MJC provides our Jazz musicians an opportunity to try something new, and to perform with other musicians they may not normally play with. MJC gigs were held for many years at the Bennet’s Lane Jazz Club prior to its closure, and more recently at The Jazzlab on a Sunday night...2023-05-1608 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 22 - Danny MarkovitchHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: DANNY MARKOVICH. I contacted Danny after I saw a video he posted on YouTube titled: 'Stop Transcribing'. I couldn't resist, and it has been exciting to discuss the matter with someone that has a different opinion on transcriptions. In the end, I think w...2023-05-011h 07

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 19.1 Max Ionata’s solo - All the things you areThis is my transcription and analysis of the beautiful solo by Max Ionata on All the things you are. It is a very informative solo played by Max, with many insights on how to develop melodies, add chromaticism to your lines and perfect use of the enclosures technique. Complete transcription in pdf in Bb, Eb and C are available on my website:https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcripti... A small donation (if you can) would be much appreciated. 00:00Introduction 01:00 Introducing Max Ionata 02:42 Soundslice Clips 03:30 Analysis starts 2023-04-2139 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 21 - Dario CecchiniHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Dario Cecchini Listen to Dario's answers to the questions below: 00:00 Introduction 04:54 Why do you transcribe? 12:22 What do you expect to bring home with a transcription? 14:51 Do you recommend solos to be transcribed? 17:09 How do you choose solos? 18:47 Wh...2023-04-0146 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 20 Tim NikolskyHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Tim Nikolsky. Listen to Tim's answers to the questions below: 00:00 Introduction 15:22 Why do you transcribe? 29:32 What do you expect to bring home with a transcription? 39:26 How do you choose the solos you transcribe? 42:16 What is your methodology? 51:33 Do...2023-03-281h 18

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 18.1 - Thad Jones Solo - St. Louis BluesThis is my transcription of the stunning solo by Thad Jones on St. Louis Blues. Complete transcription in pdf in Bb, Eb and C are available on my website: https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcriptions/ A small donation (if you can) would be much appreciated. 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Thad Jones Bio If you want to skip the analysis and want to watch just the solo, click here: 04:50 Whole solo Gear used in this video: RØDE NT-USB Mini Versatile Studio-Quality Condenser USB Microphone with Free Software for Podcasting, Streaming, Gaming, M...2023-03-2806 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 18.1 Buddy De Franco Solo - Blues for BrodyThis is my transcription of the stunning solo by Buddy De Franco on Blues for Brody. I first analyse the whole solo, going into some great details of his playing: The bebop style; The perfect phrase-building technique; The heavy swing; The reiteration of similar ideas; Complete transcription in pdf in Bb, Eb and C are available on my website: https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcripti... A small donation (if you can) would be much appreciated. 00:00 Introduction 03:25 Melody 04:59 Solo analysis starts 2023-02-1527 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 19 - Jeff SchneiderHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Jeff Schneider. Listen to Jeff's answers to the questions below: 00:00 Introduction 03:41 Why do you transcribe? 11:03 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 12:31 How do you choose solos? 25:10 What is your transcribing methodology? 35:39 Do you write it...2023-02-0855 min

Off Mental (a cara B da música)Off Mental -109 (Materiali Sonori, 4)Edición nº 109 de Off Mental. Cuarta parte do especial MATERIALI SONORI. Contido: LUCIANO MORINI / ANTONIO MICHI / FRANCISCO MICHI / ARLO BIGAZZI / GIAMPIERO BIGAZZI (Canzoniere del Valdarno. MASO, Lp. 1978 / reed CD. 2001). - En piazza quattro novembre. - Elegía del mondo umano. ARCHAEA STRINGS - Rock reel (CD. In Bilico. MASO 2009). MILITIA. - Notturno (CD Dunarroba, MASO 1990). - Kavanagh in Umbria (CD Poetry Macdara, MASO 2022). - Song (CD Poetry Macdara, MASO 2022). POLYCHRON+ —Gabriele Gai / Aurelio Menichi, w/ Anna Domino— Pocketknife (CD. She´s always been there (TOTEM-MASO, 2021). MARIO COSITINI / MIRKO GUERRINI (CD. Retratti Sonori. MASO, 2022). - Angela - Paola QUARTIERE TAMBURI —Marzio del...2023-02-0158 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 17.1- Say It (over and over again) - Michael Brecker soloThis is my transcription of the stunning solo by Michael Brecker on Say It (over and over again). I first analyse the whole solo, going into some great details of his playing: The use of articulation; The use of grace notes and nuances; The use of dynamics; The use of the Lydian Dominant and Diminished scales. Complete transcription in pdf in Bb, Eb and C are available on my website: https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcripti... A small donation (if you can) would be much appreciated. 00:00 Introduction 2023-01-1528 min

Avenida BrasilAvenida Brasil di martedì 03/01/2023Intervista fatta da Monica Paes al grande Edu Lobo, nato a Rio de Janeiro nel 1943, autore di pagine indimenticabili della musica brasiliana, da solo o con Vinicius de Moraes, Chico Buarque de Hollanda, Capinan, Gianfrancesco Guarnieri, Rui Guerra, Torquato Neto, tra molti altri. Il 24 novembre del 2022 è arrivato in Italia per la prima volta in assoluto, per una data unica all'interno del Bologna Jazz Festival. Playlist: 1. A História de Lily Braun (Edu Lobo/Chico Buarque), Gal Costa 2. Upa Neguinho (Lobo/Guarnieri), Mina 3. Ponteio (Lobo/Capinan), Edu Lobo 4. To say goodbye - Pra dizer adeus (Lobo/T.Neto), Sarah Vaughan 5. Valsa br...2023-01-031h 00

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 18 - Timothy Gondola - Gondola MusicHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Timothy Gondola, from Gondola Music. Listen to Timothy's answers to the questions below: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:07:32 Why do you transcribe? 00:16:01 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 00:19:14 How do you choose solos? 00:21:39 What...2023-01-031h 11

Gli specialiSpeciale Edu Lobo - 26/12/2022Intervista fatta da Monica Paes al grande Edu Lobo, nato a Rio de Janeiro nel 1943, autore di pagine indimenticabili della musica brasiliana, da solo o con Vinicius de Moraes, Chico Buarque de Hollanda, Capinan, Gianfrancesco Guarnieri, Torquato Neto, tra molti altri. Il 24 novembre del 2022 è arrivato in Italia per la prima volta in assoluto, per una data unica all'interno del Bologna Jazz Festival. Playlist: 1. Upa Neguinho (Lobo/Guarnieri), Mina 2. Ponteio (Lobo/Capinan), Edu Lobo 3. To say goodbye - Pra dizer adeus (Lobo/T.Neto), Sarah Vaughan 4. Valsa brasileira (Lobo/C.Buarque) - piano: Stefano Bollani, Clarineto: Nico Gori Soprano Sax: Zé No...2022-12-2654 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 16.1 - How to improve your improvisation skills with transcriptionsHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE. In this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I explain how to get the most out of a transcription. To do so, I am using Chris Potter's solo on All the things you are in a duo with Shai Maestro on piano. First, I analyse the ideas and how the player generates each melodic idea. Secondly, I give several advice on incorporating those ideas you find in the transcription into your improvisation. You can p...2022-12-1559 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp 17 - Rowan HudsonHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Rowan Hudson. Listen to Rowan's answers to the questions below: ① Why do you transcribe? 03:45 ② What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 09:32 ③ How do you choose solos? 19:54 ④ What is your transcribing methodology? 30:29 ⑤ Do you write it down? 54:55 2022-12-011h 19

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 15.1 All the things you are - Chris Potter’s solo (1st and 2nd chorus)Hello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the monthly interview podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am transcribing in real-time and analysing the solo on All the things you are, as played by Chris Potter the video you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiDt5LNXsMY I am talking through the entire solo and explaining some of...2022-11-151h 58

Jazz Transcription ClinicEp. 16 - Sharp Eleven Music - Jorre Reynders & Timothy PedoneHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctors: Jorre Reynders and Timothy Pedone from Sharp Eleven Music. Listen to Barney's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 03:11 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 11:34 How do you choose solos? 25:43 What is your tr...2022-11-011h 15

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 14.1 - Practice With Jazz Giants - Illinois Jacquet - Blues in LouisianaHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, there is another solo to practise for the series 'Practice with Jazz Giants', where I will practise some of my solo transcriptions. You can play with me and practise with the Jazz Giants. To download this solo and other solos, please visit: https://mirkoguerrini.com/transcriptions/ I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my r...2022-10-1524 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 15 - Barney McAllHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Barney McAll Listen to Barney's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 10:06 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 26:15 How do you choose solos? 29:02 What is your transcribing methodology? 34:32 Do you write it do...2022-10-011h 27

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 13.1 - Blues in Louisiana -Illinois Jacquet’s soloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the monthly interview podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song Blues in Louisiana, as played by Illinois Jacquet on the video you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5agdkunK0z8 I am talking through the entire solo and explaining some of the strategies and i...2022-09-1535 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 14 - Oscar BrutenThis is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Oscar Bruten Listen to Oscar's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 06:46 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 09:31 How important are the notes? 14:24 What is your transcribing methodology? 23:19 How do you practise the solos? 35:19 How do...2022-09-0151 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 13 - 5 Transcribing TipsHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, I would like to celebrate with you the first year of the podcast with an episode that is a bit different from the usual interview format. I would like to 'give away' what are, in my opinion, some of the best strategies to become successful at transcribing. He...2022-07-0120 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 12.1 - Practice With Jazz Giants - Cannonball Adderley - Hoppin’ JohnThis is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, there is another solo to practise for the series 'Practice with Jazz Giants', where I will practise some of the solo transcriptions I do. You can play along with me and practise with the Jazz Giants as well. I start practising at 70% speed and increase the speed by 10% every passage, to finally reach 100% speed. In this way, you can practise all the articulations and nuances that make Cannonball's l...2022-06-1507 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 12 - Lachlan DavidsonHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Lachlan Davidson Listen to Lachlan Davidson's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 04:12 What do you expect to learn with transcribing? 08:33 How do you choose the solos you transcribe? 14:50 What is your transcribing methodology? 20:13 Do yo...2022-05-3159 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 11.1 - Practise with Jazz Giants - Hank Mobley - RememberThis is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, there is another solo to practise for the series 'Practice with Jazz Giants', where I will practise some of the solo transcriptions I do. You can play along with me and practise with the Jazz Giants as well. I start practising at 70% speed and increase the speed by 10% every passage, to finally reach 100% speed. In this way, you can practise all the articulations and nuances that make Hank Mobley so great. I...2022-05-1530 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 11 - Giulio CarmassiHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Giulio Carmassi. Listen to Giulio Carmassi's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 18:36 What is your transcribing methodology? 28:05 How you got the gig with Pat Metheny? 43:30 Giulio Carmassi is a performer, composer, arranger and producer.2022-05-011h 15

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 10.1 - Hoppin’ John -Cannonball Adderley’s solo Hello everyone, On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song Hoppin' John, as played by Cannonball Adderley on the album Sophisticated Swing, Emarcy, 1956. I am talking through the entire solo and explaining some of the strategies and ideas employed by Cannonball. I also elaborate on some of the most well-known bebop idioms, from chromaticism to enclosures. I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my respect to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be...2022-04-1524 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 10 - Steve RandoHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Steve Rando. Listen to Steve Rando's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 04:19 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 16:40 How do you choose the solos you transcribe? 23:21 What is your transcribing methodology? 25:52 ...2022-04-011h 01

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 9.1 - Practise with Jazz Giants - Lester Young - Tea for TwoHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I start a new series of videos called 'Practise with Jazz Giants', where I will practise some of the solo transcriptions I do. You can play along with me and practise with the Jazz Giants as well. I start practising at 70% speed a...2022-03-1512 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 9 - Stephen MagnussonHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Stephen Magnusson Listen to Steve Magnusson's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 03:47 What do you expect to learn from a transcription? 17:41 How do you choose the solos to transcribe? 24:21 What is...2022-03-011h 13

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 8.1 - Tea for Two - Lester Young’s SoloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song Tea for Two, as played by Lester Young on the album The Complete Aladdin Sessions. I am explaining how to use some good strategies to speed up your transcription skills. I focus...2022-02-151h 00

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 8 - Roberta GambariniHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Roberta Gambarini Roberta Gambarini was born in Turin, Italy, where she attended jazz concerts, clubs, and festivals with her parents. Her father played the saxophone, and she grew up hearing jazz in the house and learning by listening to records. Her first...2022-02-011h 03

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 7.1 - Remember - Hank Mobley’s soloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song Remember, as played by Hank Mobley on the album Soul Station. I am talking through the entire solo and explaining some of the strategies and ideas employed by Hank Mobley. I also explain strategies...2022-01-1550 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 7 - Roberto OcchipintiHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Roberto Occhipinti Listen to Roberto Occhipinti's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 04:34 What do you expect to bring home from a transcription? 11:36 How do you choose the solos you transcribe? 18:34 What is your transcribing m...2022-01-0158 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 6.1 - Splanky - Frank Wess‘ SoloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song Splanky, as played by Frank Wess on the album Atomic Basie. I am talking through the entire solo and explaining some of the strategies and ideas employed by Frank Wess. Motivic development, harmonic substitutions...2021-12-1552 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 6 - Paul GrabowskyHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast, Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Paul Grabowsky. Paul Grabowsky is a pianist, composer, arranger, conductor – and is one of Australia’s most distinguished artists. Born in Papua New Guinea, Paul was raised in Melbourne. During the late 70’s he became prominent in the music scene in Melbourne, workin...2021-12-0157 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 5.1 - Come Here And Say That - Paul GrabowskyOn the 1st of December, a new episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast will be available. Guest Doctor for December is Paul Grabowsky. Meanwhile, I took on board Paul's suggestion to transcribe and analyse his (wonderful) solo on his tune Come Here and Say That. In this solo Paul presents all the quality and skills required to the excellent improviser: high-quality timbre control; micro-movements in tempo feel to create a more varied sound; motivic development that demonstrates superb qualities in ideas management and much more. Shout out also to Niko Schauble that is...2021-11-2621 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 4.1 - But not for me - Chet BakerHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am analysing my transcription of the song But not for me, as played by Chet Baker.I am talking about the art of Chet Baker of playing diatonically over a chord progression and how he was able to choose the right notes at...2021-11-1527 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 5 - Remi BolducHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Remi Bolduc. Listen to Remi Bolduc's answers to the questions below: Why do you transcribe? 02:36 Who did encourage you to transcribe? 05:35 How do you choose the solos you want to transcribe? 20:02 What is your...2021-11-0158 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 3.1 - The Cost of Living - Michael Brecker‘s soloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am transcribing in real-time Michael Brecker's solo on the song The Cost of Living, as played on the album 'Michael Brecker'. I am using the platform Soundslice to transcribe it. In the video, I am walking you through the...2021-10-151h 00

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 4 - NIKO SCHÄUBLEHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my respect to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Niko Schäuble. N...2021-09-301h 03

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 2.1 Live - The cost of living - Charlie Haden‘s soloHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am transcribing in real-time the Charlie Haden double bass' solo on the song The Cost of Living, as played on the album 'Michael Brecker'. I am also walk through the whole transcribing process, with some tips and advice on how to make the...2021-09-2226 min

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 1.1 Live - The Cost of LivingHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic LIVE, a variation of the podcast of the monthly interview where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription Clinic Podcast Live, I am transcribing in real-time the melody of the song The Cost of Living, as played by Michael Brecker. I am also walk through the whole transcribing process, with some tips and advice on how to make the most out of it.2021-09-141h 04

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 3 - Pat La BarberaHello everyone, This is Mirko Guerrini, and I welcome you to the Jazz Transcription Clinic, a monthly interviews podcast where we talk with accomplished jazz doctors about their lives, careers and their personal transcription secrets. I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my respect to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Pat La Barbera. ...2021-09-011h 01

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 2 - Julien WilsonI acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my respect to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today. On this episode of the Jazz Transcription clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the guest jazz doctor: Julien Wilson. Julien explains his transcription process and how to make the most out of it. Julien explains how to focus on the actual sound of a note and not just the pitch. Artists mentioned by Julien are a lot...2021-08-011h 05

Jazz Transcription ClinicEpisode 1 - Claudio GiovagnoliI acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this podcast is being recorded. I pay my respect to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today. On the first episode of the Jazz Transcription clinic Podcast Mirko Guerrini interviews the first guest jazz doctor: Claudio Giovagnoli. Claudio explains his transcription process and how he made it possible to transcribe and perfectly playback a 5'35'' Michael Brecker's solo on Recorda-me. To watch Claudio performing the solo you can click here: Michael Brecker complete solo...2021-06-291h 00