Written by jazz musician Bob Mintzer, 14 Jazz & Funk Etudes presents practice and performance aids and explanations in a variety of jazz and funk styles. In addition, the books include a CD
This is a fabulous collection of exact transcriptions taken from Charlie Parker's recorded solos. Every student of jazz will benefit from studying Bird's solos, so this is a must-have! Available in B-flat,
This improvisation method for beginning and developing improvisors cuts the chord symbols out of soloing by using only major scales over standard tunes. Learn the most direct way to solo easily over the
The Essence of the Blues provides beginners and moderately advanced musicians with an introduction to the language of the blues. Perfect for study, rehearsals or classroom, this book and CD method
These collections contain 11 songs arranged for the instrumentalist wanting to play in a jazz style, without having to improvise. All of the books are compatible, with only minimal changes in the
For jazz phrasing, interpretation and improvisation, this book is the long-awaited third series of play-along books by Jim Snidero. Featuring 15 challenging (but not too challenging) tunes with familiar
For jazz phrasing, interpretation and improvisation, this book/CD package is an exciting way for players at all levels to learn the language of jazz! Each book/CD set features 21 solo etudes based on
These solo arrangements with play-along CDs are faithful to Bernstein's score, and have been idiomatically adapted to the instruments for these editions. Titles include: Jet Song; Something's Coming;