What do “Wichita Lineman,” “Close To You,” “Julia,” and “Alone Again Naturally” have in common? Jazz-level chord progressions hiding in plain sight. In this video, we break down how songwriters like ...

From comping chords to leading the melody, jazz guitar has evolved into a distinct voice all its own. This has been Rapp on ...

Many know of guitarist Charlie Christian, but how many have studied his playing or even listened to one of his solos? Christian could be considered the most influential jazz guitarist ever. He ...

Nolan’s friendship with the family continued beyond Harrison’s death in 2001. And after plucking up courage during one ...

Billings doesn’t really seem like a jazz city. After all, we’re about a hundred years past the roaring twenties, and the Mississippi bayou is a long way from here.