DiscoverJazz Guitar Insights[Album Deep Dive] Charlie Christian - The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987) (Ep. 95)
[Album Deep Dive] Charlie Christian - The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987) (Ep. 95)

[Album Deep Dive] Charlie Christian - The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987) (Ep. 95)

Update: 2025-10-11
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In this Album Deep Dive episode, Nathan explores Charlie Christian’s groundbreaking work on The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987). Discover how Christian transformed the guitar from a rhythm instrument to a lead voice in jazz, influencing legends like Wes Montgomery and shaping the future of bebop. Nathan highlights key tracks such as Rose Room, Seven Come Eleven, and Solo Flight, showcasing Charlie’s phrasing, timing, and innovation. A must-listen for anyone who wants to understand where modern jazz guitar truly began.


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Available on RSS feed, YouTube Music, Spotify, and Apple.


RSS:
https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147798591/feed


YouTube Music:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdZzxzHaS5rzSO8zNtZmX-OSMWUgbWOu0


Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5tdsJWZihK0kZnzjfu0ocQ


Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jazzguitarlessons-net-podcast/id981300420

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[Album Deep Dive] Charlie Christian - The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987) (Ep. 95)

[Album Deep Dive] Charlie Christian - The Genius of the Electric Guitar (1987) (Ep. 95)

Marc-Andre Seguin