Groovin' High, solo guitar, Jake Reichbart

**Jake Reichbart** · 02-23-2024, 01:37 PM

Happy Friday, new solo guitar video day...! Today, a return to classic bebop with a performance of Groovin' High by Dizzy Gillespie. In this performance I tried to prioritize line playing as opposed to holding down chords all the time. My phrasing is not particularly modern, as I am in love with the classic bebop style that has achieved near perfection by the late 50's, it's those guys that I'd like to sound like one day...

**murphybridget837** · 03-01-2024, 04:54 AM

Your new solo guitar video sounds exciting – a return to classic bebop with Dizzy Gillespie's "Groovin' High" sounds like a treat. Prioritizing line playing over chordal accompaniment is a bold choice that can really showcase your improvisational skills.

**Jake Reichbart** · 03-04-2024, 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by murphybridget837

Your new solo guitar video sounds exciting – a return to classic bebop with Dizzy Gillespie's "Groovin' High" sounds like a treat. Prioritizing line playing over chordal accompaniment is a bold choice that can really showcase your improvisational skills.

Thanks!

**murphybridget837** · 03-05-2024, 04:01 AM

You're welcome.

**Jimmy Smith** · 03-05-2024, 01:18 PM

Good solo performance. It's tough to get the melody and good solo material all executed well with good momentum throughout. I thought it was a good mix of melody and harmony.