Mandolin Tabs For Jazz Songs
Ebook Of The Most Famous Jazz Songs From The Past 80 Years In Mandolin Tab And Sheet Music Format.
All the tabs have chords.
Price €9.70
All the tabs have chords.
Price €9.70
Here's the song list from the ebook.
April In Paris
In The Mood in C Major
In The Mood In A
Sing, Sing, Sing In G
Sing, Sing, Sing In D
Stolen Moments In C
Stolen Moments In D
Straight No Chaser In G
Straight No Chaser In A
Take The A Train In D
Take The A Train In C
Georgia On My Mind
God Bless The Child
Good Morning Heartache
I Could Write A Book
In A Sentimental Mood
St. Louis Blues
Strange Fruit
Take Five
The Girl From Ipanema
Satin Doll In G
Satin Doll In D
Someday My Prince Will Come
On Green Dolphin Street
'Round Midnight
A Night In Tunisia In G
A Night In Tunisia In A
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
Body And Soul
West End Blues
Waltz For Debby In D
Waltz For Debby In G
Lush Life
What A Wonderful World
Summertime
Autumn Leaves
Watermellon Man
Cast Your Fate To The Wind
Ruby My Dear
Mood Indigo In G
Mood Indigo In D
How High The Moon
At Last
Fever
Autumn In New York
I Love You Porgy In G
I Love You Porgy In D
I Don't Mean A Thing
Milestones
Struttin' With Some Barbecue
Ain't Misbehavin'
Joy Spring
Feeling Good
Misty
I'm In The Mood For Love In C
I'm In The Mood For Love In D
Yardbird Suiet
Donna Lee
Sugar
My Favorite Things
My Baby Just Cares For Me
Come Fly With Me
Cheek To Cheek
Unforgettable
Sinnerman
It's Been A Long Long Time
I'll Be Seeing You
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free
All Of Me
My Funny Valentine
When Sunny Gets Blue
Mack The Knife
A Kiss To Build A Dream On
Milestones
Stardust
Willow Weep For Me
You Don't Know What Love Is
Skylark
Polka Dots And Moonbeams
Stella By Starlight
The Moment
Ain't Got No - I Got Life
You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
Blue Monk
Sophisticated Lady
Cry Me A River
Just The Two Of Us
L-O-V-E Not King Cole
Song For My Father
April In Paris
In The Mood in C Major
In The Mood In A
Sing, Sing, Sing In G
Sing, Sing, Sing In D
Stolen Moments In C
Stolen Moments In D
Straight No Chaser In G
Straight No Chaser In A
Take The A Train In D
Take The A Train In C
Georgia On My Mind
God Bless The Child
Good Morning Heartache
I Could Write A Book
In A Sentimental Mood
St. Louis Blues
Strange Fruit
Take Five
The Girl From Ipanema
Satin Doll In G
Satin Doll In D
Someday My Prince Will Come
On Green Dolphin Street
'Round Midnight
A Night In Tunisia In G
A Night In Tunisia In A
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
Body And Soul
West End Blues
Waltz For Debby In D
Waltz For Debby In G
Lush Life
What A Wonderful World
Summertime
Autumn Leaves
Watermellon Man
Cast Your Fate To The Wind
Ruby My Dear
Mood Indigo In G
Mood Indigo In D
How High The Moon
At Last
Fever
Autumn In New York
I Love You Porgy In G
I Love You Porgy In D
I Don't Mean A Thing
Milestones
Struttin' With Some Barbecue
Ain't Misbehavin'
Joy Spring
Feeling Good
Misty
I'm In The Mood For Love In C
I'm In The Mood For Love In D
Yardbird Suiet
Donna Lee
Sugar
My Favorite Things
My Baby Just Cares For Me
Come Fly With Me
Cheek To Cheek
Unforgettable
Sinnerman
It's Been A Long Long Time
I'll Be Seeing You
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free
All Of Me
My Funny Valentine
When Sunny Gets Blue
Mack The Knife
A Kiss To Build A Dream On
Milestones
Stardust
Willow Weep For Me
You Don't Know What Love Is
Skylark
Polka Dots And Moonbeams
Stella By Starlight
The Moment
Ain't Got No - I Got Life
You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
Blue Monk
Sophisticated Lady
Cry Me A River
Just The Two Of Us
L-O-V-E Not King Cole
Song For My Father
The Example below is from the ebook
Playing jazz on the mandolin is a rich and rewarding pursuit, blending the instrument's unique tone and quick articulation with the harmonic and rhythmic complexity of jazz. While the
mandolin might be more commonly associated with bluegrass, folk, or classical music, it has a significant and often-overlooked history in jazz, particularly in the style of gypsy jazz.
Key Players and Styles
The mandolin's role in jazz is largely defined by a few key innovators and subgenres.
David Grisman: A pioneer of "Dawg" music, a style he created that fuses bluegrass, jazz, and
swing. Grisman is one of the most celebrated mandolinists in history and his collaborations with
artists like Jerry Garcia and Stéphane Grappelli are legendary. He demonstrated the mandolin's ability to be a sophisticated and versatile improvisational voice in a jazz context.
Jethro Burns: Often called "the godfather of jazz mandolin," Burns was a master of the
instrument and a brilliant musical comedian. He developed a highly fluid and melodic style, and his work with Homer and Jethro, as well as his solo recordings, showcased the mandolin's
potential for swing and jazz.
Don Stiernberg: A long-time student of Jethro Burns, Stiernberg is a modern master of the
swing and jazz mandolin. His playing is characterized by a deep knowledge of the jazz
repertoire and a smooth, elegant style. He is also a respected educator, helping to pass on the tradition to new generations.
Jamie Masefield and the Jazz Mandolin Project: This group, formed in the 1990s, pushed the boundaries of jazz mandolin even further, incorporating elements of funk, fusion, and jam band aesthetics. Masefield's innovative use of electric mandolin and effects brought a new sound to the instrument.
Gypsy Jazz: The mandolin is a natural fit for gypsy jazz, the style pioneered by Django
Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. The fast tempos, driving rhythm, and melodic sensibility of this genre are well-suited to the mandolin's quick attack and percussive nature. Players like Aaron Weinstein have become experts in this style, adapting the Django Reinhardt repertoire for the mandolin.
The Technical Challenges and Rewards
Playing jazz on the mandolin requires a specific set of skills. The instrument's tuning (in fifths, like a violin) means that standard guitar chords don't translate directly. This has led to the development of unique chord voicings and fingering patterns for the mandolin.
Chord Voicings: Jazz mandolinists often use three- or four-note voicings to create the complex harmonies needed for jazz, such as Major 7ths, Minor 7ths, Dominant 7ths, and Diminished
chords. These movable chord shapes allow players to navigate a tune's chord progression
fluidly.
Improvisation: Soloing on the mandolin in a jazz context involves a deep understanding of
scales, arpeggios, and melodic phrasing. Players often draw from bebop scales, altered scales, and pentatonic scales to create their improvisations, all while maintaining a strong rhythmic feel. Rhythm Playing: The mandolin is an excellent rhythm instrument, especially in a swing context.
The tremolo technique, where the player rapidly picks a note, can be used to sustain notes, while a chop chord technique can be used for a percussive effect, similar to a drummer's hi-hat.
The mandolin's unique tonal quality—bright, percussive, and capable of both a gentle intimacy and a fiery attack—makes it a truly special instrument for playing jazz. It's an instrument with a surprising depth and a vibrant history that continues to evolve.
mandolin might be more commonly associated with bluegrass, folk, or classical music, it has a significant and often-overlooked history in jazz, particularly in the style of gypsy jazz.
Key Players and Styles
The mandolin's role in jazz is largely defined by a few key innovators and subgenres.
David Grisman: A pioneer of "Dawg" music, a style he created that fuses bluegrass, jazz, and
swing. Grisman is one of the most celebrated mandolinists in history and his collaborations with
artists like Jerry Garcia and Stéphane Grappelli are legendary. He demonstrated the mandolin's ability to be a sophisticated and versatile improvisational voice in a jazz context.
Jethro Burns: Often called "the godfather of jazz mandolin," Burns was a master of the
instrument and a brilliant musical comedian. He developed a highly fluid and melodic style, and his work with Homer and Jethro, as well as his solo recordings, showcased the mandolin's
potential for swing and jazz.
Don Stiernberg: A long-time student of Jethro Burns, Stiernberg is a modern master of the
swing and jazz mandolin. His playing is characterized by a deep knowledge of the jazz
repertoire and a smooth, elegant style. He is also a respected educator, helping to pass on the tradition to new generations.
Jamie Masefield and the Jazz Mandolin Project: This group, formed in the 1990s, pushed the boundaries of jazz mandolin even further, incorporating elements of funk, fusion, and jam band aesthetics. Masefield's innovative use of electric mandolin and effects brought a new sound to the instrument.
Gypsy Jazz: The mandolin is a natural fit for gypsy jazz, the style pioneered by Django
Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. The fast tempos, driving rhythm, and melodic sensibility of this genre are well-suited to the mandolin's quick attack and percussive nature. Players like Aaron Weinstein have become experts in this style, adapting the Django Reinhardt repertoire for the mandolin.
The Technical Challenges and Rewards
Playing jazz on the mandolin requires a specific set of skills. The instrument's tuning (in fifths, like a violin) means that standard guitar chords don't translate directly. This has led to the development of unique chord voicings and fingering patterns for the mandolin.
Chord Voicings: Jazz mandolinists often use three- or four-note voicings to create the complex harmonies needed for jazz, such as Major 7ths, Minor 7ths, Dominant 7ths, and Diminished
chords. These movable chord shapes allow players to navigate a tune's chord progression
fluidly.
Improvisation: Soloing on the mandolin in a jazz context involves a deep understanding of
scales, arpeggios, and melodic phrasing. Players often draw from bebop scales, altered scales, and pentatonic scales to create their improvisations, all while maintaining a strong rhythmic feel. Rhythm Playing: The mandolin is an excellent rhythm instrument, especially in a swing context.
The tremolo technique, where the player rapidly picks a note, can be used to sustain notes, while a chop chord technique can be used for a percussive effect, similar to a drummer's hi-hat.
The mandolin's unique tonal quality—bright, percussive, and capable of both a gentle intimacy and a fiery attack—makes it a truly special instrument for playing jazz. It's an instrument with a surprising depth and a vibrant history that continues to evolve.
But Not For Me Jazz Mandolin Tab With Piano Chords
