Concert/Clinic - Classic Duo with Two Jazz Masters Sheryl Bailey & Jack Wilkins

Step into Jack Wilkins' living room for an intimate masterclass where two distinguished jazz guitarists share decades of professional wisdom in this rare 2006 concert-clinic recording. This unique session captures Wilkins and Sheryl Bailey performing classic jazz standards while fielding real-time questions from viewers, offering unprecedented insight into the techniques that define masterful jazz guitar performance. Throughout this interactive experience, you'll witness firsthand demonstrations of advanced harmonic techniques, including Jack's detailed breakdown of artificial harmonics across multiple octaves—from basic execution to sophisticated applications in minor 9th and dominant 9th voicings. Sheryl Bailey reveals her revolutionary picking approach, explaining how she transformed her tone by adopting George Benson-inspired techniques learned from Rodney Jones, achieving the lighter touch essential for both speed and tonal clarity. The duo performs seven carefully selected standards including "Gone with the Wind," "Tenderly," and Chick Corea's challenging "500 Miles High," demonstrating real-world applications of the discussed techniques. Between performances, they address crucial technical questions about pick angle, alternate versus consecutive picking methods, and the subtle wrist mechanics that separate professional execution from amateur attempts. Perfect for experienced players seeking to refine their duo performance skills, understand the nuances of harmonic voicings, or develop more sophisticated picking techniques. You'll gain practical insights into adapting your technical approach based on musical context—knowledge that typically takes years of professional performance to acquire.