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Learn The Formula, the Conti approach to advanced reharmonization of your chord melodies to achieve pro-level sound. Considered by many pro guitarists and pianists as the “go to” resource on the subject, this is another best seller now enhanced with 6 hours of DVD video! First, Conti reduces what is generally viewed as highly complex subject matter to a handful of quickly comprehensible guidelines. Next, through a series of examples, Robert clearly demonstrates his Formula to create the reharmonized pro-level arrangements as seen in Just Jazz Guitar Magazine, the Play Pro Chord Melody Today DVD Series and his Signature Chord Melody Arrangement books. Learn his methodology and you’ll be amazed when you hear the results you’ll begin to accomplish very quickly.

The Formula – Disc One – 4 Hours

Conti teaches The Formula! Then he presents 4 SOLID HOURS of the “How To Nuts & Bolts” with numerous ideas and examples. Within the first few chapters of this Book and DVD, any upper level intermediate student will learn exactly how to begin creating stunning Pass, Peterson and Tatum type substitutions and reharmonizations for any standard, simply by learning Conti’s Formula to manipulate the most basic elements of harmony with ease.

The Formula – Disc Two – 2 Hours

Robert spends ANOTHER 2 HOURS to present the viewer with 3 full length songs that further demonstrate real world applications of the methodology he taught on Disc One. You’ll soon understand why thousands of savvy jazz guitarists and pianists rank The Formula! as the ultimate methodology book on the subject of reharmonization.

We are frequently asked the difference between The Formula and The Chord Melody Assembly Line. Simply, The Formula teaches more advanced concepts in reharmonization. If you’re just starting out with wanting to create chord melodies from a lead sheet or fake book, start with The Chord Melody Assembly Line instead.

The Formula Includes:

Full size 8.5″ x 11″ Booklet
Two DVD set totaling 6 Hours of high quality instruction from Robert Conti
Easy to read chord grids for every note

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Tancredo Netto - Brazil

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5/5

I think you are the only one that explains the magic of chord melody! I admire Conti's method, I think it is the best, a hands on approach and at the same time it teaches the way professionals play. Like we Brazilians say, he doesn't only give the fish, he teaches to fish! I love jazz standards and ...
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3 years ago

John Payne - Rockwall, TX

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5/5

Over the years I've learned, memorized and performed many songs but it was only after reading your Harmonic Protocol that I now understand how to approach reharmonizing a song in a harmonically rich jazz idiom. Incredible breakthrough for me -- thanks again to you. Of course, still a long way to go ...
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3 years ago

David Alzofon - Undisclosed

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5/5

Just wanted to say that I got The Formula! through Steve Herron's website recently and I like it a lot. It's everything Steve said it was and more. I have been studying jazz guitar for longer than I want to say, but "The Formula!" succeeds in communicating the creative side of harmony on jazz guitar...
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5 years ago

Al Owens - Bogart, GA

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5/5

I recently purchased three of your chord melody books. Along with that I received your CD Comin' on Strong, DAMN!!!! Excellent!! I'm a huge fan of Jonny Smith. Jimmy Bruno also. Their playing is so clean. Johnny is spotless. So are you. That's quite an elite group you are in. I'm in China for the ne...
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6 years ago

Dave Jones - Saint Petersburg, Florida

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5/5

Hi Robert, I came up with a fair version in AX, but knew something was lacking and shelved it until later. What I lacked, you provided in spades ! I love Jimmy Van Heusen's songs and you've exposed his fondness for chromatic movement and tomorrow , I shall be learning your great arrangement. I've le...
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6 years ago

Mike Irish - Houghton, MI

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5/5

Mr. Conti's materials are exceptional because they are all born from REAL LIVE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE! Everything sounds good! Like Joe Pass used to say, the ear is the final judge; if it sounds good, it is good! I have been playing and teaching for 30 years, and these are the best and MOST USEFUL mat...
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6 years ago

Andrew Schwartz - North Potomac, MD

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5/5

I just completed The Formula. The book and DVD unlocked the mystery of arranging/harmonizing to me. It has so much useful information that I can use. I'm blown away.As an experiment, I arranged (what I think is) a really nice version of Happy Birthday. It just plain works!Thanks a billion for ma...
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6 years ago

Jim Hendee - Plano, TX

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5/5

I still have some of your licks stuck up in the back of my head and I pull them out every now and then...some of these blues guys never figure them out...especially when I start throwing out some REAL chords...I wish I lived closer, I'd be poundin' down your door for some more private lessons!

6 years ago

Steven Cantor - Las Vegas, NV

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5/5

I stand in awe of your playing and teaching ability. In less than thirty minutes reading The Formula, I finally discovered the lush chord melody harmony and sound that I have been looking for for many years!

6 years ago

Frank Santelia - Morrisville, NC

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5/5

I am one of his best customers. I have ordered several of his lesson DVDs. I find them not only instructive but fantastic chords along with the melodies. Conti, in my book is the greatest.

6 years ago

Mark Stefani - Tualatin, OR

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5/5

The Formula delivers like nothing you've ever come across, clearly in a league of its own!

6 years ago

Will Kriski - New Brunswick, Canada

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5/5

A great book that I haven't fully absorbed - the freedom and creativity it enables is mind blowing!

6 years ago

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