JACK GRASSEL is a genre bending multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, composer, author and educator known for his adventurous concerts, 21 CDs, 15 books, 70 compositions, instructional DVD, numerous awards and a legion of successful former students. Few followers of jazz are not familiar with at least part of his remarkable catalog and few would dispute his place in the ranks of those who have forged their own path. He has developed a unique music by expanding concepts from lessons with Billy Bauer,
Dave Holland, George Van Eps, George Pritchett, Lloyd Garber, Jimmy Wyble and Tal Farlow.
"If Roland Kirk played guitar, this is what it would look like". Patrick Patterson
Watch for Jack interviewed by Jazz Times Magazine discussing his Reharmonized Real Book
See the demo video for the new book click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D80Nk4YeaRE
JILL JENSEN, jazz singer, entertains with no-holds-barred performances. An excited fan exclaimed: "her voice is Victoria's Secret for the ears". Onstage the married couple displays impressive improvising abilities and telepathic interplay. The music is honest, aggressive and filled with creative surprises. Jill will be acting on the second season of JOE PERA TALKS WITH YOU on the Adult Swim network. Season 2 premiere 11pm CST. See trailer: https://www.adultswim.com/videos/joe-pera-talks-with-you
ENJOY EIGHT MUSIC VIDEOS HERE
1. Click here: PASSAGE (1983)
2. Click here: NOCTILUCENT VECTORS (1990)
3. Click here: JACK AND JILL (2014)
4. Click here: www.facebook.com/jackjilljazz/videos/245471009670473/
Great All star concert in Mexico MEMPHIS UNDERGROUND (2019)
L-R: Fabio Armarolli, Jack, Guillermo Espinasse, Pedro Delmar,
Eder Alehandro and percussionist Javo in back.
5. Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOseeQ5bvig
Jack & Jill play AVENIDA HIDALGO (2017) in Isla Mujeres Mexico
For videos 6. 7. 8. point to ABOUT JACK at top, click THREE VIDEOS
ORDER HERE WITH FAST FREE SHIPPING
JACK'S BOOKS SHOW YOU HOW IT'S DONE: GUITAR SEEDS - learn to connect 12 positions & harmonize melodies.
MONSTER CHOPS - ultimate all position single note technique. BIG AX, SUPER AX, 131 AXERCISES - solo guitar trilogy.
method helps you play chords, bass lines & single note solos simultaneously. POWER PRACTICING - practice smarter.
JAZZ RHYTHM GUITAR - read chord charts & playalong CD. THE REHARMONIZED REAL BOOK on sale here, autographed by Jack, published by Hal Leonard. Solo transcription trilogy: JAZZ GUITAR FAVORITES, JAZZ GUITAR CLASSICS, JAZZ GUITAR STANDARDS. Spiral bound collection of his best pieces: 70 JAZZ COMPOSITIONS BY JACK GRASSEL.
METHOD DVD: TOP 20 JAZZ GUITAR LESSONS HYPNOSIS CD: BRAIN TRAINING - Increase your brain power and relax.
GET RECORDINGS: in webstore here / at gigs / at Racine's SCHMITT MUSIC / at Milwaukee's LINCOLN MUSIC.
Our seasonal CDs: SNOW PEOPLE and CHRISTMAS PRESENCE are here now.
MAGIC CEREAL is available on vinyl.
GUITAR LESSONS MAXIMIZE YOUR PROGRESS: in Racine Wisconsin / online skype / in Mexico, January & February
"If you practice all day doing something the wrong way, you'll get very good at doing it the wrong way". Michael Jordan
HAVE MUSIC WILL TRAVEL
ONE MAN BAND ELECTRONICS: 100 YEARS TO ED SHEERAN
Using rare vintage film and live musical performance, Jack and Jill show why innovative electronics from the 20’s impact today’s music. Beginning with multi-instrumentalist Roy Smeck in 1929, to guitarist Les Paul and vocalist Mary Ford in 1953, to the portable looping technology invented in 2002 and culminating with Mr.Grassel’s 2011 invention of his triple-necked instrument (bass, mandolin, guitar) created specifically for use with a looper pedal that continues to inspire musicians globally.
THE REHARMONIZED REAL BOOK SEMINAR
Comparing the old real book and his new real book, Jack demonstrates how to create unique song reharmonizations. Learn to vertically harmonize single notes many ways while creating contrapuntal settings for melodies with horizontal harmony movement.
IMPROVISATION SEMINAR & CONCERT WITH YOUR SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Walt Stuart created the Beyond The Sea arrangement for Bobby Darin and crafted our big band arrangements. Copies are available for rehearsals. We also have a string quintet piece to accompany Jill. Hear them on our IT'S ABOUT THE MUSIC CD.
From Guy Gregg, Director of Bands - Oak Creek High School:
"We were extremely fortunate to be able to host Jack Grassel and Jill Jensen as guest artists for our High School Jazz Ensemble Concert. Jack and Jill are consummate professionals who brought an incredible breadth of experience, knowledge, musicality and kindness to our classroom. They related to students and told incredible stories of their own musical journeys. They came to rehearsals and collaborated seamlessly while performing with our students. Jill offered sensitive musicality and advice that students do not get from anyone other than a passionate professional. Jack's virtuosity exposed elements unknown to our students and opened their eyes to so many future possibilities. Above all, Jack and Jill are class acts and were shining role models for our students on how to treat each other and our music."
Turn on your speakers to enjoy Laurel and Hardy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIlhDSjJHeI
Listen to Lord Help Me to Be by Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoGOLDLAR8w
Listen to Reverend King by John Coltrane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npKzP-16xw8
Dave Holland, George Van Eps, George Pritchett, Lloyd Garber, Jimmy Wyble and Tal Farlow.
"If Roland Kirk played guitar, this is what it would look like". Patrick Patterson
Watch for Jack interviewed by Jazz Times Magazine discussing his Reharmonized Real Book
See the demo video for the new book click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D80Nk4YeaRE
JILL JENSEN, jazz singer, entertains with no-holds-barred performances. An excited fan exclaimed: "her voice is Victoria's Secret for the ears". Onstage the married couple displays impressive improvising abilities and telepathic interplay. The music is honest, aggressive and filled with creative surprises. Jill will be acting on the second season of JOE PERA TALKS WITH YOU on the Adult Swim network. Season 2 premiere 11pm CST. See trailer: https://www.adultswim.com/videos/joe-pera-talks-with-you
ENJOY EIGHT MUSIC VIDEOS HERE
1. Click here: PASSAGE (1983)
2. Click here: NOCTILUCENT VECTORS (1990)
3. Click here: JACK AND JILL (2014)
4. Click here: www.facebook.com/jackjilljazz/videos/245471009670473/
Great All star concert in Mexico MEMPHIS UNDERGROUND (2019)
L-R: Fabio Armarolli, Jack, Guillermo Espinasse, Pedro Delmar,
Eder Alehandro and percussionist Javo in back.
5. Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOseeQ5bvig
Jack & Jill play AVENIDA HIDALGO (2017) in Isla Mujeres Mexico
For videos 6. 7. 8. point to ABOUT JACK at top, click THREE VIDEOS
ORDER HERE WITH FAST FREE SHIPPING
JACK'S BOOKS SHOW YOU HOW IT'S DONE: GUITAR SEEDS - learn to connect 12 positions & harmonize melodies.
MONSTER CHOPS - ultimate all position single note technique. BIG AX, SUPER AX, 131 AXERCISES - solo guitar trilogy.
method helps you play chords, bass lines & single note solos simultaneously. POWER PRACTICING - practice smarter.
JAZZ RHYTHM GUITAR - read chord charts & playalong CD. THE REHARMONIZED REAL BOOK on sale here, autographed by Jack, published by Hal Leonard. Solo transcription trilogy: JAZZ GUITAR FAVORITES, JAZZ GUITAR CLASSICS, JAZZ GUITAR STANDARDS. Spiral bound collection of his best pieces: 70 JAZZ COMPOSITIONS BY JACK GRASSEL.
METHOD DVD: TOP 20 JAZZ GUITAR LESSONS HYPNOSIS CD: BRAIN TRAINING - Increase your brain power and relax.
GET RECORDINGS: in webstore here / at gigs / at Racine's SCHMITT MUSIC / at Milwaukee's LINCOLN MUSIC.
Our seasonal CDs: SNOW PEOPLE and CHRISTMAS PRESENCE are here now.
MAGIC CEREAL is available on vinyl.
GUITAR LESSONS MAXIMIZE YOUR PROGRESS: in Racine Wisconsin / online skype / in Mexico, January & February
"If you practice all day doing something the wrong way, you'll get very good at doing it the wrong way". Michael Jordan
HAVE MUSIC WILL TRAVEL
ONE MAN BAND ELECTRONICS: 100 YEARS TO ED SHEERAN
Using rare vintage film and live musical performance, Jack and Jill show why innovative electronics from the 20’s impact today’s music. Beginning with multi-instrumentalist Roy Smeck in 1929, to guitarist Les Paul and vocalist Mary Ford in 1953, to the portable looping technology invented in 2002 and culminating with Mr.Grassel’s 2011 invention of his triple-necked instrument (bass, mandolin, guitar) created specifically for use with a looper pedal that continues to inspire musicians globally.
THE REHARMONIZED REAL BOOK SEMINAR
Comparing the old real book and his new real book, Jack demonstrates how to create unique song reharmonizations. Learn to vertically harmonize single notes many ways while creating contrapuntal settings for melodies with horizontal harmony movement.
IMPROVISATION SEMINAR & CONCERT WITH YOUR SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Walt Stuart created the Beyond The Sea arrangement for Bobby Darin and crafted our big band arrangements. Copies are available for rehearsals. We also have a string quintet piece to accompany Jill. Hear them on our IT'S ABOUT THE MUSIC CD.
From Guy Gregg, Director of Bands - Oak Creek High School:
"We were extremely fortunate to be able to host Jack Grassel and Jill Jensen as guest artists for our High School Jazz Ensemble Concert. Jack and Jill are consummate professionals who brought an incredible breadth of experience, knowledge, musicality and kindness to our classroom. They related to students and told incredible stories of their own musical journeys. They came to rehearsals and collaborated seamlessly while performing with our students. Jill offered sensitive musicality and advice that students do not get from anyone other than a passionate professional. Jack's virtuosity exposed elements unknown to our students and opened their eyes to so many future possibilities. Above all, Jack and Jill are class acts and were shining role models for our students on how to treat each other and our music."
Turn on your speakers to enjoy Laurel and Hardy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIlhDSjJHeI
Listen to Lord Help Me to Be by Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoGOLDLAR8w
Listen to Reverend King by John Coltrane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npKzP-16xw8