Guitar Lesson
Barney Kessel
A one-hour guitar lesson with Barney Kessel
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Barney Kessel (1923-2004) was one of the top guitarists to emerge during the late 1940s/50s.
While he is best known as a jazz player inspired by Charlie Christian, Kessel was also a versatile studio musician who was on a countless number of sessions during his 45-year period.
This hour-long film, probably dating from the late 1960s, will be considered a treasure by guitarists for it is a very informative lesson by the personable Kessel that is filled with valuable tips.
Barney Kessel shares a lifetime of experiences, showing young guitarists how to develop the ability to play what they hear, to swing, and to be themselves in the music.
– Scott Yanow
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