Description

Series: Instrumental JazzFormat: Softcover with CD-ROMComposer: VariousArrangers:Paul Murtha,Michael Sweeney

Level: 2

(Sample solos by Mike Steinel)

Welcome to the exciting world of jazz improvisation! Whether you are using this book as a supplement to theEssential Elements for Jazz Ensemblemethod book or just by itself, this play-along book will help you get started creating your own improvised solos. The recordings feature professional jazz players performing well-known jazz classics and provide an excellent model for playing in a jazz style. In addition, sample solos are provided as a guide for creating effective melodies. An added feature on the CD-ROM is the Amazing Slow Downer software program for changing the tempo of any of the recorded tracks – when used in your computer, ASD allows you to adjust the tempo to suit your needs as you progress through the book.

Includes 10 blues classics: All Blues Bags’ Groove Blue ‘N Boogie Blue Monk Blues in Frankie’s Flat Blues in the Closet Cold Duck Time St. Louis Blues Straight No Chaser Tenor Madness.

Play-along CD with choice of full recording (with melody) or rhythm section only

Tempo adjustment software (computer required)

Sample written solos and improvising hints

Rhythm book includes bass lines, piano voicings, and drum patterns

• All Blues
• Bags’ Groove
• Blue ‘N Boogie
• Blue Monk
• Blues In Frankie’s Flat
• Blues In The Closet
• Cold Duck Time
• St. Louis Blues
• Straight No Chaser
• Tenor Madness