Description

With his killer ear and fearless approach to improvisation, Roy Ziv makes the fretboard his playground.

In our conversation we dive into Roy’s targeted approach to improvisation – a method that is as practical as it is effective. Rather than drilling abstract exercises, Roy hones his skills by composing in real time, using backing tracks to develop melodies, explore the fretboard, and connect ideas fluidly across positions. His philosophy embraces mistakes as learning opportunities, diving enthusiastically into unfamiliar territory until it becomes second nature.

The hour-long interview features 39 musical examples with tablature, including three extended improvisations showcasing Roy’s signature phrasing and fretboard mastery. The backing tracks are also included for your own creative woodshedding.

*** Note:  We’re still working on transcriptions, which should be finished soon.  But all musical examples are up, and playable in normal speed and slow motion on the platform. ***