The Counterpoint Guitar Method
In 2025, Jack released his first publication with​ Fundamental Changes, The Counterpoint Guitar Method.
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Inside, you’ll discover:
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• First and Second Species Counterpoint. Learn the foundational rules of counterpoint and how to create independent melodic lines that work together
• Figured Bass and Harmonic Thinking. Understand the Baroque system of harmonisation and how it applies to modern music
• Suspensions, Cadences, and Modulation. Add expressive tension and smooth harmonic movement to your playing.
• Sequences and Patterns for Melodic Flow. Master essential Baroque sequences like the Romanescaand Prinner to expand your phrasing
• Diminution and Ornamentation. Transform simple harmonic frameworks into expressive, flowing melodies
• Imitation and Polyphony. Develop counter-melodies and apply techniques from Bach’s inventions to guitar
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This book is designed for guitarists who want to explore melody and harmony on guitar and go beyond chord shapes and scale patterns.
Whether you play classical guitar, jazz, or fingerstyle, understanding counterpoint will deepen your musicianship and refine your approach to harmony and melody. By studying the techniques of Bach, Handel, and Corelli, you will develop greater control over voice leading and learn to craft expressive, independent melodic lines.
This book isn’t just theoretical, it’s highly practical, offering exercises and real musical examples that will immediately enhance your composition, arrangement, and improvisation skills.
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How this book will transform your playing:
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• Create strong, independent melodies that weave together seamlessly
• Improve your understanding of harmony and voice leading beyond simple chord shapes
• Unlock a deeper connection to the fretboard by thinking in intervals, not just chords
• Learn how to write and arrange contrapuntal pieces on guitar
• Gain insight into Bach, Handel, and Corelli’s techniques and apply them to your music
Includes audio download
Along with musical examples presented in standard notation and TAB, this book includes 200 audio tracks available for free download. You will hear every exercise played clearly and develop your ear for counterpoint in real-time.
Start expanding your guitar playing today.
If you’ve ever wanted to go beyond chord progressions and scale patterns, counterpoint is the missing piece of the puzzle.
Grab your copy of The Counterpoint Guitar Method now and start creating harmonically rich, melodic guitar music today.
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