Jazz Guitar Warm Ups

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  jazz guitar warm ups: Joe Pass Chord Solos Joe Pass, 2005-05-03 The art of improvising chord-style solos is an important part of any musician's resources. This book has been written to improve that art for guitar, vibes and all keyboard instruments. A careful study of these solos will give you a thorough understanding of chordal playing and substitutions. It is great for voicing as well as improvisation.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Guitar World Presents Steve Vai's Guitar Workout Steve Vai, 2013-07-01 (Guitar Educational). Steve Vai reveals his path to virtuoso enlightenment with two challenging guitar workouts, which include scale and chord exercises, ear training, sight-reading, music theory and much more. These comprehensive workouts are reprinted by permission from Guitar World magazine.
  jazz guitar warm ups: How to Play Bebop, Volume 1 David Baker, 2005-05-03 A three volume series that includes the scales, chords and modes necessary to play bebop music. A great introduction to a style that is most influential in today's music. The first volume includes scales, chords and modes most commonly used in bebop and other musical styles. The second volume covers the bebop language, patterns, formulas and other linking exercises necessary to play bebop music. A great introduction to a style that is most influential in today's music.
  jazz guitar warm ups: A Modern Method for Guitar - Volume 1 (Music Instruction) William Leavitt, 1995-08-01 (Guitar Method). This practical, comprehensive method is used as the basic text for the guitar program at the Berklee College of Music. Volume One builds a solid foundation for beginning guitarists and features a comprehensive range of guitar and music fundamentals, including: scales, melodic studies, chord and arpeggio studies, how to read music, special exercises for developing technique in both hands, voice leading using moveable chord forms, and more.
  jazz guitar warm ups: 100 Gypsy Jazz Guitar Licks Remi Harris, Tim Pettingale, Joseph Alexander, 2021-11-17 Remi Harris' 100 Gypsy Jazz Guitar Licks If you're looking for the most direct pathway to learn incredible gypsy jazz guitar soloing - here it is! Remi Harris is one of the very finest and most exciting exponents of gypsy jazz guitar ... now he is passing along his knowledge and experience to anyone who wants to play this wonderful music and discover just how incredibly cool it really is! - Dr Martin Taylor MBE Get ready to master authentic gypsy jazz guitar soloing with over 100 guitar licks that perfectly recreate the feel of the classic sound. - Would you like to play effortless hot club style guitar solos? - Want to build a vocabulary of authentic gypsy jazz guitar licks that work perfectly, every single time? - Do you want to master the language of guitar Django Reinhardt, Biréli Lagrène, and many more? Gypsy Jazz (also known as gypsy swing, jazz manouche or the hot club style) was one of the most ground-breaking and accessible forms of early jazz, and is still incredibly popular today through the modern manouche movement. However, it typically doesn't lend itself to the kind of music theory that most guitarists are used to playing. 100 Gypsy Jazz Guitar Licks cuts right to the chase with an overview of how gypsy jazz guitarists think when they solo, then dives straight in to teach every concept via 100 iconic licks. You'll be sounding like an authentic gypsy jazz guitar player in no time at all.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Guitar Lines Workout Corey Christiansen, 2018-08-10 The exercises and etudes in this book will help students gain the technique needed to execute great jazz lines. A mixture of technique builders and etudes are all designed to give jazz guitarists a daily workout. All of the exercises in this book are written with the plectrum guitarists in mind, but this doesn't mean that fingerstyle guitarists can't benefit from the exercises as well.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Guitar Technique Andrew Green, 2018-09-13 When improvising, what your mind hears is more often than not determined by what your body can reproduce on your instrument. Much of your conception as an improviser is determined by your technique. If you can't play certain types of ideas, you are simply not going to conceive of them while you are improvising. Even if you could, it wouldn't matter, since you couldn't play them anyway. This book presents serious chops-building technical studies for single note lines and chords. Plus, the examples feature a lot of harmonic content. The material is written in standard notation.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Patterns for Jazz: A Theory Text for Jazz Composition and Improvisation Jerry Coker, James Casale, Gary Campbell, Jerry Greene, Patterns for Jazz stands as a monument among jazz educational materials. Condensed charts and pertinent explanations are conveniently inserted throughout the book to give greater clarity to the application of more than 400 patterns built on chords and scales -- from simple (major) to complex (lydian augmented scales).
  jazz guitar warm ups: 50 Essential Warm-ups for Drums Kev O'Shea, Joseph Alexander, 2017-06 You will learn Drum Speed, Control and Power along with many invaluable Hybrid Rudiments and Advanced Sticking Techniques
  jazz guitar warm ups: The Guitar Finger Gym Simon Pratt, Joseph Alexander, 2016-05-05 Come to the Guitar Finger-Gym to build your skills and develop your finesse!
  jazz guitar warm ups: Patterns for Improvisation Oliver Nelson, 2016-02 One of the world's most popular patterns books, many jazz greats have fond memories of practicing from this great resource! It features an exhaustive collection of improvisational jazz patterns in various meters and feels. Comments and suggestions are included by the author---a legendary composer, arranger, conductor, and instrumentalist. This is a very popular book because it helps spell out some of the basic building blocks of the jazz language. It is regarded by many jazz teachers as one of the essential texts for their students.
  jazz guitar warm ups: The Ultimate Map for Jazz Guitar Michael J. Anthony, 2012-03-02 Written by jazz guitar great Michael Anthony who states, This book is an attempt to eliminate, or at the minimum decrease the frequency of such deer in the headlights sputters and stalls and the threat of getting lost when following a melodic line, a new thought, or a progression of chords. Think of this book then, as a map, a guide to the highways and byways of playing jazz guitar.I intend it not merely to be a fret guide. My goal is to provide you with a compass, a kind of ultimate guide to discovering your way. with this map the hope is you'll have not only a complete but a very practical guide to assist you in navigating melodic ideas and chord changes at any point on the fingerboard.The overall objective is to add maximum manual fluency and increase creative inspiration for all guitarists, regardless of level of expertise.
  jazz guitar warm ups: The Big Book of Jazz Guitar Improvisation Mark Dziuba, 2003 Learn to channel improvisational impulses into great solos with this amazing book & CD by outstanding jazz performer and educator, Mark Dziuba. Topics are thoroughly explained and organized into three main categories: instruction in the harmonic and melodic structures of jazz, discussions of practical application, and conceptual issues. Complex subjects are taught with an engaging and friendly style, so things like melodic and rhythmic motifs, phrasing, development, guide tones, chromaticism and functional harmony are easy and enjoyable to learn. This is a must-have book for all jazz guitarists that will be used for years to come. 144 pages.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Mickey Baker's Complete Course in Jazz Guitar Mickey Baker, 1996-09 Provides exercises for jazz guitar techniques, including jazz riffs, breaks, fill-ins, and solos.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Guitar Fretboard Fluency Joseph Alexander, 2019-04 Fretboard fluency trains your ears and brain to be in charge of your fingers while also developing your internal 'dictionary' of creative, melodic approaches.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Daily Warm-Up Exercises for Saxophone (Music Instruction) , 1996-05-01 (Instructional). Living sax legend Jackie McLean is one of the greatest alto players of the post-Parker era. For this book, he has assembled essential warm-up exercises to help students become familiar with playing through different keys ascending and descending chromatically. Includes a biography, an interview, many exercises, and transcriptions of his solos in Bluesnik and Dig.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Perfect Pick Technique for Guitar Ivor Mairants, 1997
  jazz guitar warm ups: Guitar Exercises For Dummies Mark Phillips, Jon Chappell, 2008-11-13 Guitar Exercises For Dummies includes over 300 exercises along with lots of technique-building practice opportunities. It starts off with warm-up exercises (on and off-instrument) and then logically transitions to scales, scale sequences, arpeggios, arpeggio sequences, and chords, with a focus on building strength and consistency as well as refining technique.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Scale Workout Ken Karsh, 2010-10-07 In the pursuit of improvisation (jazz or other styles), scales are the palettes utilized for creating melodies. Often, scales are only practiced ascending or descending step-wise. Jazz Scale Workout by Ken Karsh contains eight measure through-composed continuous eighth note exercises (or workouts) utilizing jazz style melodies based around the Major, Dorian (minor seventh), Mixolydian (Dominant), and Super-Locrian (Altered Dominant) scales—the most common scales in the jazz idiom. Four basic guitar fingerings for each scale are provided for the foundation of these exercises. Since these scales are the basis for improvising over the frequently utilized ii-V-I progression, the final workouts found in this publication cover this area. There are two workouts provided for each scale form—one with only the scale tones (labeled Diatonic) and the other with outside chromatic tones resolving to the diatonic scale tones (labeled Chromatic). the workouts can and should be tried with different fingerings and should be played in all keys for maximum benefit. Jazz Scale Workout provides an enjoyable finger and mental fitness program for guitarists interested in expanding their scale awareness in the jazz idiom.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Complete Johnny Smith Approach to Guitar Johnny Smith, 2010-10-07 Jazz virtuoso Johnny Smith presents his complete system of chord analysis, scale and arpeggio study, and practical theory application. This is one of the most useful books to be found in any jazz guitarist's library! Lessons include 2-octave scales, 6th chord forms, alterations of chords, resolution exercises, scales and arpeggios, upper extensions from 9th to 13th chords, suspended fourth chords, voicing major and minor chords with a 4th step melody, alterations of upper extended chords, and much more. In order to represent the guitar in the octave it actually sounds, the bass clef is used when appropriate. Book is in actual pitch notation/grand staff notation (treble and bass clefs) per the author's preferences.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Linear Expressions Pat Martino, 1989-05 (Stylistic Method). Legendary guitarist Pat Martino shares his personal formula for chord conversions with you. This uniquely simple system allows you to think melody, not theory. Amply illustrated with some of Pat's favorite lines.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Guitar Arpeggio Studies on Jazz Standards Mimi Fox, 2004 An in-depth approach by Mimi Fox to mastering arpeggios for guitarists, beginning with simple arpeggio studies, this book progresses through simple concepts and tunes then proceeds to tackle some of the great standards that jazz musicians play. The lesson concludes with advanced arpeggio concepts including super-imposition of unusual arpeggios over various chord types to create startling tonal clusters. This is a must-have for all serious guitarists who want to achieve great technique while developing their sense of harmony. Companion CD included.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Warm-ups for Guitar Michael Anthony, 2016-02-17 These 30 warm-ups are challenging for the intermediate to advance player (even professional) and intended to improve both right and left hand facility. They are jazz oriented making use of arpeggios, scales and patterns applicable for improvisation.
  jazz guitar warm ups: The Jazz Guitar Handbook Rod Fogg, 2013 JAZZ GUITAR HANDBOOK: A COMPLETE COURSE IN ALL STYLES OF JAZZ
  jazz guitar warm ups: Advanced Jazz Guitar Concepts Jens Larsen, Joseph Alexander, 2019-07-12 In Advanced Jazz Guitar Techniques jazz guitar virtuoso Jens Larsen provides more deep insights into the techniques and theory of contemporary jazz guitar. You'll discover a practical, no-nonsense guide to jazz guitar topics that have mystified even experienced jazz musicians - such as effective soloing with triad pairs, applying quartal harmony, how and when to use altered scales, and much more! Master the advanced guitar techniques and melodic concepts you've heard in the music of everyone from Charlie Parker and Wes Montgomery, to Kurt Rosenwinkel, Michael Brecker and Mike Moreno. Jens Larsen gets to the heart of modern jazz guitar playing to focus on the techniques and theory that will set your playing apart from the crowd. His new jazz guitar book teaches how to create quartal arpeggio licks that combine the old-school cool jazz vocabulary of McCoy Tyner and John Coltrane with the modern sounds of Gilad Hekselman, Jonathan Kriesberg and Mike Moreno.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Dave Stryker's Jazz Guitar Improvisation Method Dave Stryker, 2015-11-18 Dave explains his approach to jazz improvisation with musical examples that he himself uses, learned from years of playing with the greats - after learning how to play jazz from listening to players such as Grant Green, Wes Montgomery and Pat Martino. Explains the minor sub approach using minor scales to play over dominant seventh chords, and then includes several solos over often-played jazz standards, using this approach. Also described are the use of the blues and pentatonic scales as well as be-bop ideas, the melodic minor scale, and whole-tone and diminished scales and patterns. Hanon-type warm up exercises and Dave's own fingerings shown in tab are also described. Perfect for intermediate-to-more advanced players, Dave's concise way of explaining his approach will open up the students to developing their own improvisational ideas. Dave plays the examples and solos on the companion audio download including tracks with a rhythm only section for student play-along.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Guitar Workshop Book I - Daily Warm Ups for Guitar Tab Edition Robert Green, 2013-10 Jazz Guitar Workshop Book I - Daily Warm Up Exercieses for Guitar. Guitar Method for developing a dedicated daily practice routine utilising scales, modes & arpeggios. One of the most important aspects of learning any instrument is being able to set aside time to practice. Even if you have only 30 min per day, by organising your time and having the dedication to follow through with your plan, progress is yours to be had. All exercises in this book are given in guitar tab and treble clef enabling guitarists of all levels and musical backgrounds to have access to musical exercises that help to build instrumental facility and musicianship. Have the dedication to practice the exercises slowly, working on good time, tone and intonation. As a wise instructor once said, there's no magic powder . Great players worked hard to get there, if it is your wish and your intention, you can get there too. All exercises are provided in 12 keys. For the advanced student, practice the book in 12 keys, for the beginning to intermediate student practice the exercises in one key to gain familiarity with the instrument. When the exercises become comfortable move to another key until all keys are comfortable. Scale studies are designed to help the guitarist to learn the fingerboard while building dexterity, flexibilty, stamina as well as building muscle memory and training the ear. The exercises in this book are practiced by professional musicians of all backgrounds, from rock to jazz to classiscal musicians. This book is designed for the beginning to intermediate guitarist. It is advised that the beginning guitarist use the book under the guidance of an experienced guitar teacher to accelerate the learning process.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Mr. Goodchord's Almanac of Guitar Voice-leading: Name that chord Mick Goodrick, 2003
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Swing Guitar Jon Wheatley, 2016-05-01 (Berklee Guide). Master the rich and varied world of mainstream jazz guitar. These 47 lessons and etudes present a comprehensive course of study to facilitate rapid progress with harmonic sensibility, fingerboard scholarship, essential repertoire, and stylistic nuance. These gorgeous, performance-quality etudes are rooted in the timeless jazz swing tradition, for solo, duet, and soloing over ensemble. The accompanying recording demonstrates performances of the etudes. Traditional notation and tablature are included.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Forward Motion Hal Galper, 2003
  jazz guitar warm ups: Melodic Rhythms for Guitar William Leavitt, 1986-11 (Guitar Method). A thorough presentation of rhythms commonly found in contemporary music, including 68 harmonized melodies and 42 rhythm exercises. This highly respected and popular book is also an excellent source for duets, sight-reading and chord studies.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Complete Jerry Hahn Method for Jazz Guitar Jerry Hahn, 2011-03-11 This jazz guitar book is a compilation of three books formerly published as Volume 1 - Scales and Exercises, Volume 2 - Patterns and Solos and Volume 3 - Improvisation Course and Chord Studies. This comprehensive edition covers all of the facets of jazz guitar study including all of the primary scales and arpeggios in five positions. There are several exercises to help increase technical facility including an excellent cross-picking exercise. Also there is a large single line section that includes jazz vocabulary and ideas to be played over certain chords and progressions. Learning and memorizing these single line studies expands the student's improvisational concepts and technique. the chord section includes the primary chord forms found in jazz and contemporary music as well as examples of turn-arounds, variations on twelve bar blues, and modal comping. the harmonized bass line section has four chord studies in a Freddie Green style. the Improvisation Course is a unique systematic approach to teaching improvisation. It consists of four lessons that has the student write out solos (with out an instrument) utilizing certain rules. the material in this book will provide a solid foundation for the aspiring jazz guitar student and has been used as the primary text for the jazz guitar programs at Portland State University and Wichita State University.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Rock Discipline John Petrucci, 1996-11 As the cornerstone for the innovative band Dream Theater, John Petrucci has rapidly become one of the most respected and talked about guitarists of the '90's. He has been featured in virtually every major guitar publication worldwide and was voted Best Guitarist for 1994 in Guitar magazine and Break Through Guitarist of the Year (1993) in Guitar For the Practicing Musician magazine. This powerful and all encompassing book starts with a valuable segment on warm-ups followed by up-to-date practice concepts that address dealing with today's information explosion. John has provided detailed lessons concerning speed and accuracy using rhythmic subdivisions, chromatic exercises, dynamics and scale fragments. Other topics include picking through arpeggios, string skipping, sweep picking, legato technique and how to expand the color and texture of basic power chords. Also included are detailed transcriptions and demonstrations of dozens of exercises, examples and special etudes ranging from easy-to-master to very challenging. All music examples are contained on the included recording and written in both standard notation and tablature. Book jacket.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Technique Master Christian Triola, 2018-06-25 You've started learning a song you love. You've practiced and practiced, but for some reason it's not sounding like you want it to. Sound familiar? If so, the problem isn't a lack of talent or dedication; it's the fact that your fingers aren't doing what you're telling them to. The best way to overcome that problem is with a strong set of warm-up exercises. Once you can control every movement, you can go beyond playing the so-called right notes and instead start playing what you feel. Improve your dexterity, finger strength, and timing Finger strength and dexterity is something that develops naturally over time, but having a great set of warm-up exercises can get your fingers in shape much more quickly. Technique Master has everything you need to get you started adding meaningful warm-ups to your practice routine. 53 Warm-Up Exercises Designed to: Build Coordination Avoid injury Improve your alternate picking skills Increase your speed and accuracy Improve your timing Great for new and experienced players If you are new to the guitar, this step-by-step approach to warming-up will help you build the strength and coordination you need to play more accurately than ever before. If you've been playing for a while, working on your technique will keep your fingers in shape, ready to take on any new challenge! Bonus Content! How to Tune Your Guitar Introduction to Tablature Introduction to Reading Guitar Music How to Use a Metronome Order your copy today and see the difference a good warm-up can make in your playing!
  jazz guitar warm ups: Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Joe Pass - Guitar Edition Corey Christiansen, 2016-01-05 Presents hundreds of improvised melodic lines played by Joe Pass. Each of the melodic lines are grouped in the harmonic situation in which they were originally played (i.e. all minor lines are presented together and all dominant seventh lines are presented together, etc). the companion play along CD has a live rhythm section playing single chord vamps as well as vamps covering all twelve keys for each harmonic situation. an etude over the changes to Satin Doll shows how to apply the various lines and create improvised solos.Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.
  jazz guitar warm ups: The Jazz Guitar Looper Pedal Book Brent C Robitaille, 2024-05-05 In The Jazz Guitar Looper Pedal Book, much time was taken to add essential looper techniques, theory, reference charts, riffs, chords, scales, arpeggios, tips, and more. So, this book is great for your looper and for learning and improving your jazz playing in general. • Practice jazz guitar with the aid of a looper pedal. • Learn how to create layered loops step by step. • Hundreds of riffs and essential theory tips. • Technique, scales, chords and valuable charts. • Extensive accompanying audio and video online (https://brentrobitaille.com/product/jazz-guitar-looper-pedal-book/) • Jam-packed book with 221 pages.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Extreme Warm-Ups and Chops Builders for Guitar Michael J. Anthony, 2015-10-20 In this comprehensive book jazz guitarist Michael Anthony addresses the need to build flexibility and technical proficiency in a way consistent with the melodicmotifs of contemporary music. Though the warm-ups are numbered, there is no order that must be followed. The guitarist may approach them according to his orher interest and inspiration. They include: arpeggios, scale patterns, melodic minor forms, chord-melody groups, stretching and contrary motion, double-stops, octavedisplacement, walking bass with comping, two line phrases, 'out of the box'geometric shapes, overlapping rhythms, long arpeggios and diminished scale patterns. The finish line exemplifies arpeggios outlining I-VI-II-V7 progressions in major and minor. In the words of Michael Anthony, I find that isolation of the rightand left hand is useful, but ultimately it is the timing and coordination of the two that is necessary. The benefits of these warm-ups are threefold: 1. Technical improvement. 2. Fingerboard knowledge. 3. Ear training. Written in notation andtablature
  jazz guitar warm ups: Jazz Chords, Scales & Soloing: Unlocking the Secrets of Jazz Guitar Mastery Pasquale De Marco, 2025-04-14 Immerse yourself in the captivating world of jazz guitar with this comprehensive guide, meticulously crafted to unlock the secrets of this genre's mastery. Embark on a musical journey that transcends technical prowess, delving into the heart and soul of jazz guitar, where improvisation, creativity, and personal expression reign supreme. Within these pages, you'll find a treasure trove of knowledge and practical guidance, presented in a clear and engaging manner. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist seeking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to discover the magic of jazz, this book will provide you with the tools and insights you need to excel. Our exploration begins with a captivating journey through the history of jazz guitar, tracing its evolution from its humble origins to its current status as a vibrant and dynamic genre. We'll delve into the contributions of legendary guitarists who shaped the sound and style of jazz, inspiring generations of musicians with their virtuosity and innovation. Moving forward, we'll delve into the fundamental building blocks of jazz guitar, including chords, scales, soloing techniques, and rhythm guitar. Each concept is thoroughly explained and illustrated with clear examples, providing a solid foundation for your musical growth. You'll learn how to construct rich and sophisticated chords, navigate the fretboard with fluency, craft improvisational solos that captivate audiences, and lay down infectious grooves that drive the music forward. Beyond the technical aspects, we'll explore the art of jazz guitar performance, guiding you through the nuances of stage presence, the art of engaging with an audience, and the importance of developing your own unique voice as a musician. We'll also provide practical advice on selecting the right gear, setting up your instrument for optimal performance, and maintaining your guitar to ensure it remains a reliable companion on your musical journey. Throughout this book, you'll find a wealth of resources to enhance your learning experience, including recommended books, DVDs, websites, and jazz clubs where you can immerse yourself in the live music scene. We'll also keep you up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in jazz guitar, ensuring that you're always at the forefront of this ever-evolving genre. With its comprehensive approach, engaging writing style, and abundance of practical exercises, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering jazz guitar. Prepare to unlock your full potential as a guitarist, delve into the vibrant world of jazz, and create music that moves and inspires. If you like this book, write a review on google books!
  jazz guitar warm ups: Getting into Gypsy Jazz Guitar Stephane Wrembel, 2015-10-07 This book focuses on the key elements of the Django Reinhardt Gypsy jazz or jazz Manouche guitar style. the information revealed here was gleaned from years of experience jamming with French Gypsies and studying with masters of the style. A native of France, Stephane Wrembel acquired his skills entirely by ear and has taught scores of musicians worldwide using the method that appears here in text and notation for the first time. Written in English, German and French with all musical examples in standard notation and tablature, Wrembel conveys his knowledge in a logical step by step manner, exposing the reader to the authentic Manouche style as it continues to evolve in France and Holland. Medium to advanced in difficulty, this method is designed for the guitarist who is already familiar with jazz harmony and note locations on the fretboard.
  jazz guitar warm ups: Introduction to Jazz Guitar Soloing Joe Elliott, 2008-04-01 (Musicians Institute Press). Perfect for seasoned rockers seeking new challenges and jazz newcomers looking for a good start, this book/CD pack covers scales, chords, licks, techniques and other vital jazz improv concepts step by step. The accompanying CD features 65 full-band demo and play-along tracks.
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May 25, 2025 · Jazz - Ragtime, Blues, Swing: In the early 1930s two bands made important contributions to jazz: Bennie Moten’s, with the recordings of “Toby,” “Lafayette,” and “Prince of …

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Jazz-rock, popular musical form in which modern jazz improvisation is accompanied by the bass lines, drumming styles, and instrumentation of rock music, with a strong emphasis on …

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