Ted Greene
 

Never heard of this guy, my friend just pointed me to this video today.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zkuo2384ZN4

What amazing playing and discussion, so much to absorb. I am going to have to check out his other videos.



Anton

His book, "Chord Chemistry" is still AFAIK the bible relating to the structure, use and fingering of guitar chords. A must have for serious or semi-serious guitarists.

also check out http://www.tedgreene.com

run by his long time girlfriend. Tons of free educational material. Tons.

big +1 on chord chemistry, as well as his single note jazz line books (no tablature, just as a warning)

also, please boycott any torrent sites or other local internet a--holes who give away these books for free.

oh, and get his CD too--solo guitar. One of the few solo jazz albums you can listen to that is amazingly impressive, yet never treads into "look what I can do" waters.

I have it and love that book. Lots of knowledge and a great way to share it.

Thanks for re-introducing me to Ted, Anton. I've heard him before, having been exposed to this wonderful rendition of Autumn Leeves:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDuee...eature=related

A remarkable guitar player, indeed.

thanks for the links. I'd never heard of him or Lenny Breau until this month and have enjoyed watching the videos of them both.

Tim Lerch has posted some Ted influenced lessons.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLsNXbHtY8c

Ted Greene was a monster. I still consider "Chord Chemistry" the "bible"
I bought (and still have) one of the early editions from back in the day. It was very intimidating at the time, but if you go through the book and follow Ted's advice, it will not be as difficult as you might think.

If you havent heard his "Solo Guitar" album, you need to. What mr.beaumont said is true, and it is simply a beautiful collection.

I just finished reading (okay a while ago) the book/diary/memoir of his long time compainion Barbara. Interesting read. (My Life with The Chord Chemist)

The website she maintains is indictitive of Ted's life as a teacher. He would be very proud that she continues to share his knowledge.

I too love his Solo Guitar album. Definitely left us too soon.

Got Chord Chemistry in high school in the early 80's:up:
The youtube video on Baroque improvisation is treasure.

The medley off of the Solo Album is extraordinary.

I studied with Ted for 4 years...I still have the wisdom he gave me in my head & hands.

www.jeffrey-thomas.com

I thought I'd just bump up one thread about Ted Greene.

Sure some folks don't know him. Check him on youtube and his website !