Wayne Krantz: How to Organize Your Phrasing | Improvisation Masterclass

Stages Music Arts is thrilled to present an improvisation masterclass led by the one and only Wayne Krantz. Wayne Krantz is an American guitarist and composer known for his use of complex rhythmic and harmonic concepts. An alumnus of the Berklee Guitar Department, he has performed and recorded with artists such as Steely Dan, Michael Brecker, Billy Cobham, Chris Potter, and David Binney and so many more illustrious artists. Throughout his decades-long career, Wayne has never rested on his laurels. From his early sideman days through his numerous live and studio solo recordings, Krantz has consistently pushed his stylistic roots in rock, jazz, fusion and blues beyond their boundaries. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:28 What is Phrasing? 00:48 A Function of Form with Example 02:35 What if There are No Chord Changes? 04:10 How to Organize Your Phrasing 08:01 Getting the Band on the Same Page 09:50 How to Practice 4-Bar Phrasing 11:40 The Importance of Sharing a Phrase Thanks for watching and subscribe for more weekly music content! #WayneKrantz #masterclass #improvisation #stagesmusicarts #learnperformrecord #baltimoremusic #musicschool #musictheory #learnmusic #learnguitar #guitarmasterclass #guitarforbeginners