Jazz Vibraphone: Journey to Artistry

Human beings are improvisors by nature. Life itself is one big improvisation: we improvise from the time we wake up until we go to sleep. This is why I believe that musical improvisation is something anyone can do.

In this first volume, you can:

• Master four-mallet technique with detailed explanations and visuals

• Explore basic concepts of improvisation with step-by-step exercises

• Discover the fundamental harmonic and melodic concepts of jazz music

• Learn various solo techniques

• Escape the constricting notion of perfection and allow yourself to be playful

Volume 1 also teaches you all you need to know about jazz vibraphone chords, theory and harmony. With this book, you can connect the creative ability you already possess with an understanding of theory and harmony to become the jazz player I absolutely know you can be.

Here’s what some of the best vibes players say about it:

“Giovanni Perin’s new publication, “Jazz Vibraphone, a complete guide”, is exactly what the title suggests; a complete guide through the process of learning vibraphone technique, the language of jazz, improvisation, different song forms and, of course, the blues. If you can only afford one book dedicated to studying the vibraphone in its myriad aspects, this is the one to get. It’s the perfect companion on this wonderous journey!”

David Friedman
“This book for vibraphonists authored by Giovanni is a home run for sure. I was totally impressed with the depth and scope of the book and how Giovanni masterfully addresses all of the topics from the basic fundamentals to the more advanced concepts related to voicings, comping and improvisation. The book is filled with so many great insights and important topics which are all covered and explained so well. From how to approach the vibraphone in terms of techniques on pedaling and dampening, how and what to practice, in-depth ways of improvising, clear cut ways to come up with voicings, various approaches to comping and so on, Giovanni does it masterfully along with detailed explanations supported by perfectly shot photos. I’m sure this has been a labor of love for Giovanni. It is a very valuable contribution to community of vibraphonists. Bravo!”

Ed Saidon
“Giovanni Perin has written a great series for all vibe players to study and learn from.

These books are great!!!!”

Tony Miceli
“Finally, someone has created a comprehensive, detailed overview and methodology for the oft-overlooked, but historically rich, art of jazz vibraphone. Much as Mark Levine’s “Jazz Piano Book” became the “bible” for jazz piano students and enthusiasts, decades ago, Giovanni Perin (a world-class jazz vibraphonist in his own right) has written an ambitious new book that is sure to enjoy similar popularity and lasting relevance among mallet players of all ability levels, for many years to come.”

Anthony Smith