JacobMadsen
02/03/21
Different is good
I love Jennifer's approach to the guitar, which is very different to a lot of the other instructors on TrueFire. I have three courses from her and have watched them all the way through.
Jennifer Batten
Jennifer Batten is an American guitarist widely regarded as one of the most technically accomplished and innovative players of her generation, best known for her groundbreaking work as Michael Jackson's lead guitarist and her collaborations with Jeff Beck.
Born in Buffalo, New York in 1957, Batten picked up the guitar at age eight after her sister received one, and later moved to California where she attended the Musicians Institute (GIT) in Hollywood. She became one of the school's standout graduates and eventually taught there, developing a reputation for her mastery of two-handed tapping technique, which she studied extensively and even wrote an instructional book about.
Her career-defining break came in 1987 when she was selected from over 100 guitarists to play lead guitar for Michael Jackson's Bad World Tour. She went on to hold that role for all three of Jackson's world tours, Bad, Dangerous, and HIStory, spanning a decade and performing for millions of fans worldwide, including the 1993 Super Bowl halftime show. Her striking stage presence and virtuosic playing, including her famous rendition of "Beat It" featuring the solo originally recorded by Eddie Van Halen, made her one of the most visible female guitarists in the world.
From 1999 to 2001, she toured and recorded with Jeff Beck, appearing on his albums Who Else! and You Had It Coming, a collaboration that cemented her credibility among serious guitar aficionados.
As a solo artist, Batten has released several albums, including Above Below and Beyond (1992), Jennifer Batten's Tribal Rage: Momentum (1997), and Whatever (2007). Her solo work blends rock, fusion, and world music influences, and her live shows often incorporate multimedia elements with synchronized video projections.
Beyond performing, Batten is a dedicated educator. She has toured extensively giving clinics and masterclasses worldwide, and she teaches online, including through TrueFire, where her courses cover two-handed tapping, melodic soloing, and her signature techniques. She's also been an ambassador for gear companies and a vocal advocate for women in the guitar world.
Born in Buffalo, New York in 1957, Batten picked up the guitar at age eight after her sister received one, and later moved to California where she attended the Musicians Institute (GIT) in Hollywood. She became one of the school's standout graduates and eventually taught there, developing a reputation for her mastery of two-handed tapping technique, which she studied extensively and even wrote an instructional book about.
Her career-defining break came in 1987 when she was selected from over 100 guitarists to play lead guitar for Michael Jackson's Bad World Tour. She went on to hold that role for all three of Jackson's world tours, Bad, Dangerous, and HIStory, spanning a decade and performing for millions of fans worldwide, including the 1993 Super Bowl halftime show. Her striking stage presence and virtuosic playing, including her famous rendition of "Beat It" featuring the solo originally recorded by Eddie Van Halen, made her one of the most visible female guitarists in the world.
From 1999 to 2001, she toured and recorded with Jeff Beck, appearing on his albums Who Else! and You Had It Coming, a collaboration that cemented her credibility among serious guitar aficionados.
As a solo artist, Batten has released several albums, including Above Below and Beyond (1992), Jennifer Batten's Tribal Rage: Momentum (1997), and Whatever (2007). Her solo work blends rock, fusion, and world music influences, and her live shows often incorporate multimedia elements with synchronized video projections.
Beyond performing, Batten is a dedicated educator. She has toured extensively giving clinics and masterclasses worldwide, and she teaches online, including through TrueFire, where her courses cover two-handed tapping, melodic soloing, and her signature techniques. She's also been an ambassador for gear companies and a vocal advocate for women in the guitar world.
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Dazedandconfused
12/31/20
Amazing lessons!
During the quarantine period I decided to be productive and learn a new instrument. Luckily I had my old guitar and found Truefire and their YouTube channel! Intially it was a little difficult but the lessons by Jennifer were so clear, articulate and easy to follow that I eventually progressed! From learning the basics and now reaching an intermediate level with a little songwriting! Looking forward for more lessons, Truefire has been really helpful especially during such tough time!
aditya2509
10/21/20
Great
As a Music Producer it was very important for me to focus on my guitar playing and develop my own sound. A few months ago I came across Jennifer's lessons on the channel and I was completely blown away. It helped me analyse the song, build different styles of grooves, incorporate different techniques, which was really helpful. The lessons were really easy to follow, precise articulate and most importantly engaging. Hoping to see more lessons on truefire!
MikeAlan
04/14/20
Eclectic Electric!
What a wonderful opportunity to learn from Jennifer Batten! I can't pin her down to a particular style, as evidenced from her course on rhythm. If you're into fusing styles, you love what she teaches. Melodically, her interval work takes you 'outside' the norm, which can get your attention avant-garde-like, but then her note selection & use of whammy (pedal & bar) is so tasty & voice-like that compares to Jeff Beck. She's so many tools in her toolbox, you're bound to find plenty to add to your own!
Ose
03/20/20
Genius
This woman means everything to rock guitar. Great teacher who always shares not only the notes but everything else behind them. Explains music in a very personal own way which makes her even greater.
