The Great Jazz Guitarists: The Ultimate Guide

Features hundreds of profiles on major jazz guitarists, including Skeeter Best, Henry Johnson, and James "Blood" Ulmer.

Jim Hall: Jazz Guitar Environments
By Joff Jones
An in-depth study of Jim's unique approach to music in ensemble and solo settings.
Giant Steps: An In-depth Study of John Coltrane's Classic
By Joe Diorio
In this book, the legendary Joe Diorio takes you through John Coltrane's classic (and very challenging) improvisation vehicle "Giant Steps.
Wes Montgomery: The Early Years
By Wes Montgomery
The artistry exhibited by Wes Montgomery ultimately led to a redefinition of jazz guitar.
Mel Bay Presents Wes Montgomery: Jazz guitar artistry
By Wes Montgomery
Most of the pieces can be heard on Riverside's "Wes Montgomery: The Complete Riverside Recordings." The new revised edition matches the recordings much more closely than the first edition, with more detailed rhythms in several pieces.