Learn authentic rock, jazz, blues, and funk comping techniques.Achieve special effects used by the great Hammond organists, including unique tips and tricks for all drawbar instruments.
The accompanying CD includes 21 exercises, plus performance demonstrations of eight songs, with minus-organ versions so you can play along Improve your playing skills with hands-on exercises.Play gospel, R'n'B, jazz, blues, funk, and rock with an authentic Hammond feel.Groove with this fun and comprehensive Hammond method! Whether you're comping a rock tune or playing lead in a jazz trio, command of the Hammond organ will make you a sought-after player. This hands-on guide takes you step-by-step through the techniques of playing the drawbar organ, one skill at a time. Sound complicated and intimidating? It doesn't have to be! The secret to creating funky sizzles and classic Hammond sounds is mastering the combined use of the drawbars, expression pedal, and the Leslie speaker speed switch.
