Art Of Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar, The (2002) Rating: Starring: Musicians Workshop Director: Category: Music Studio: Tapeworm Distribution Subtitles: Length: 80 mins     with Chris Jones Learn the essential fundamentals of solid bluegrass rhythm, then transform these basics into The Art of Rhythm. That's what Chris Jones does in this long awaited course, & he is uniquely qualified to teach this subject. Chris has provided great rhythm as a sideman for bluegrass bands from all across the stylistic spectrum, from Dave Evans & Riverbend, Weary Hearts, & Special Consensus, to the Lynn Morris Band & the Vassar Clements Band. Now, as a band leader, he has synthesized all he's learned from this rich musical background into his own style which combines traditional & contemporary feels, using both power & sensitivity to provide the backing that perfectly fits each particular song. Chris gives insight into the styles of masters like Jimmy Martin, Lester Flatt & Tony Rice, and gives you his own perspective that has made him a sought after rhythm guitar instructor at workshops and bluegrass camps throughout North America. Chris takes you from basic right hand fundamentals, tone and timing, to bass runs, the G run, and strum and chord voicing variations that give you the tools to master the most underrated skill in bluegrass music: The Art of Bluegrass Music. Also Includes: Dynamics, solving speed problems, rhythm patterns and combinations, slow song approach to rhythm, waltz time approach, capo purposes, the illusive "rest" stroke, alternating bass notes, bouncy rhythm, straight 8s feel, swing rhythm strumming technique, 7th chord concepts, 3-note bass chords in Bluegrass rhythm, bass hammer-ons, punchy beginnings, dressed up endings, and much more. Review: Flatpicking Guitar Magazine July/August 2000 by Dan Dingeldain Chris Jones delivers a very informative video in his The Art of Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar. This course is a must have for any serious bluegrass player. It can only help to advance your rhythm playing whether you are a beginner or advanced player. The Art of Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar will definitely make you more consistent in you rhythm playing and give you a greater awareness of the rhythmic techniques that are available to you beyond the basic "boom chick" rhythm style. Review: Acoustic Guitar Magazine January 2001 by David McCarty Anyone interested in becoming a better bluegrass guitarist should start by learning to play rhythm. In a bluegrass band, the guitar, mandolin, and bass unite to form a powerful rhythm section. On The Art of Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar, bluegrass guitar powerhouse Chris Jones demonstrates the basics of this vital skill. Moving easily from simply boom chick rhythm patterns to more complex strums and rhythm licks. Jones paints a clear picture of how rhythm guitar forms the backbone of the band. Such a broad topic is a lot for any single video to cover, but Jones does an admirable job.