THE CROSSROADS Repeating Licks

In this month’s Crossroads, John Wheatcroft explores the propulsive power of repetition via the playing style of legendary Blue Note powerhouse, Grant Green.

- John Wheatcroft

ABILITY RATING

Info

Key E Minor

Tempo 120 CD TRACKS 17-24

Moderate/Advanced

Will improve your…

• Use of rhythmic ideas

• Application of repetitious phrases

• Technical stamina

Grant Green arrived in New York in the late 1950s and for the next two decades, until his premature death in 1979, was one of the most prolific and influential jazz guitar players on the scene. Green’s playing style brought life, energy, soul, and sophistication to countless gigs and recording sessions, both as a leader and sideman. He spent many years as the Blue Note Records house guitarist, with a style that was at all times authentic, original, innovative, creative, funky, soulful, and constantly evolving. Both Wes Montgomery and George Benson were huge fans, with Benson stating for the record that Grant was his personal favorite guitar player.