In "Jazz Manouche Technique & Improvisation Vol 1" Denis helps the student develop a strong foundation. Using phrases to help develop the students ear and technique, Denis moves along quickly. Each concept or phrase is shown at tempo. Denis then proceeds to dissect the example into its core components, slowing the elements down until the student is given a comprehensive analysis and demonstration. Finally, the example is performed in context with rhythm guitar accompaniment. Correct Right Hand Technique, Fingerings, Picking Patterns are emphasized and demonstrated. Throughout the DVD, Denis stresses Ear Training and Development.

For use with all Bb, Eb and C instruments, the Jazz Play-Along Series is the ultimate learning tool for all jazz musicians. With musician-friendly lead sheets, melody cues and other split-track choices on the included CD, this first-of-its-kind package makes learning to play jazz easier than ever before. FOR STUDY, each tune includes a split track with: * Melody cue with proper style and inflection * Professional rhythm tracks * Choruses for soloing * Removable bass part * Removable piano part. FOR PERFORMANCE, each tune also has: * An additional full stereo accompaniment track (no melody) * Additional choruses for soloing. Includes 10 songs: Angel Eyes * Bags Groove * Bessies Blues * Chitlins Con Carne * Good Morning, Heartache * High Fly * Mercy, Mercy, Mercy * Night Train * Sugar * Sweet Georgia Bright.