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If you can play a chord grid, you can play these harmonically rich arrangements.

For those who are unaware, Robert Conti’s chord melody arrangements are a favorite reader feature in every issue of Just Jazz Guitar magazine. (If you are not a subscriber, it is a great resource for jazz guitarists!) See the samples of Robert’s “Pro Level” chord melody arrangements of Misty, and the classic Over The Rainbow - both well known standards. Play any row of chords for five or ten minutes. When you hear the results, you’ll be amazed at the pro level sound you can accomplish in minutes.

Almost every chord solo arrangement is written in notation and tablature, which is often discouraging and even more confusing than notation, and perhaps, the very reason why most guitarists steer clear of solo playing. As you can see, Conti eliminates any guess work on your part because he is concerned enough to take the time to include the correct chord grid for every note in the melody line.

"All those chords and every one of them sounds "right!" I've learned so much from your approach that it's made a major difference in my chord melody playing- not to mention Source Code Two, which I continue to play through regularly. Now that I have the string/pick thing resolved (thanks to you!), I can concentrate on other things-like playing music!" Dave Klausner Cocoa, FL

In several arrangements, Conti includes multiple rows of chord grids to demonstrate harmonic choices for the player. The choice is always left to player preference, as either upper or lower row is acceptable. Players are also urged to experiment with varying combinations of the chords to create new harmonic palettes. While many guitarists do not read notes, every guitarist can read a chord grid, and the ability to play that simple grid will allow any guitarist to actually play a great arrangement. I’ve spoken with numerous guitarists who have played his arrangements. Everyone agrees - like the sample below, every Conti arrangement offers clear proof of his determination to be certain that guitarists of even minimum skill, will be able to play his arrangement.

"Mr. Conti's materials are exceptional because they are all born from REAL LIVE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE! Everything sounds good! Like Joe Pass used to say," the ear is the final judge; if it sounds good, it is good!" I have been playing and teaching for 30 years, and these are the best and MOST USEFUL materials that I have ever seen. The chord melody arrangements are a must for guitarists, so that we can be liberated from having to play with piano players. Solo guitar rules! Thanks Bob!" Mike Irish Houghton, MI

IMPORTANT: If you are at the beginning level of solo playing, it is perfectly acceptable to eliminate several chords and simply use single melody notes to connect the remaining chords. By doing so, you can adjust the arrangements to YOUR level of playing skill. In essence, the Conti Arrangements are intentionally designed to be played by an extremely wide range of guitarists starting with those at the entry level of solo chord melody. In fact, there are several professional “working players” who actually utilize Conti’s arrangements in live solo guitar performances. The more advanced players generally choose to play each of the chords to create lush harmony. Again, if you can play a simple chord grid, you can play Conti's arrangements.

Also, keep in mind that for ease of reading notation, the melody line is written one octave lower. If you do not read music, simply play each grid with a slow legato feel and you will hear the subject melody very clearly.

Excerpt From "Misty"

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Excerpt From "What's New"

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Excerpt From "Too Late Now"

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Excerpt From "Somewhere Over The Rainbow"

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