EP 7: Jocelyn Gould on Starting Late, Jazz Fundamentals, and Crafting Your Sound
In this episode of the Guitar Journal podcast, Juno award-winning jazz guitarist Jocelyn Gould explores her journey into jazz guitar, the importance of transcription, and the role of live experience in jazz. Jocelyn shares insights on jazz theory, right-hand techniques, and her approach to gear and tone. The conversation also touches on current listening habits and favorite jazz standards, providing a comprehensive look at the world of jazz guitar.
Chapters
- 00:00 Navigating the Jazz Landscape
- 10:12 The Art of Transcription
- 13:20 Understanding Jazz Theory
- 16:24 The Barry Harris Method
- 19:21 Right-Hand Techniques in Jazz Guitar
- 22:17 Tone and Gear for Jazz Guitar
- 25:26 Exploring Jazz Musicians and Influences
- 28:29 Jocelyn's Playlist and Recommendations
- 31:26 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations
- 39:55 Ending Logo.mp4
Links
- Book: Range - https://amzn.to/3PFWU3n
- Barry Harris Method - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Harris
- Bebop Scales - https://www.jazzguitar.be/blog/bebop-scale/
- Hybrid Picking - https://www.pickupmusic.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-hybrid-picking
- George Benson Picking - https://acousticguitar.com/weekly-workout-how-to-pick-like-jazz-great-george-benson/
- "But Beautiful", by Jocelyn Gould - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpWuH0RpolM
- Link to Adam Rafferty interview who talked about Wes Montgomery's sound
- Benedetto Guitars - https://www.benedettoguitars.com/
- Fender Tube Amps - https://www.fender.com/en-US/guitar-amplifiers/
- Joe Pass - On playing loaned guitar: https://www.jazzguitar.be/forum/players/36600-joe-pass-his-guitars.html,
- Cordoba Mini II - https://amzn.to/3CesYIz
- Thelonious Monk album recommendations
- "Monk's Dream" - https://open.spotify.com/album/5VTlqV8lZH3YspQ1cDcjrL?si=BrwytREdQzCR9Xb7eHDGDA,
- "Carnegie Hall with John Coltrane" - https://youtu.be/dgq_QZ74VI0?si=BhlVnUO7XnRyx0UX
- Emily Remler, "Live at the 4 Queens, Las Vegas, May 28, 1984" - https://open.spotify.com/track/5RMRH2Gn5ZmWypjoNRAK6y?si=235c0547190c41e2
- "My Shining Hour" - https://open.spotify.com/track/1SB2O48ynInev6U1kWIHJr?si=aec90e9032404d20
