Jazz Method Books

Composed and arranged by Gordon Goodwin, these ten saxophone duets are completely interchangeable for any combination of E-flat or B-flat saxophones. They can be played with a duet partner, or the CD can be

This book is a fun and engaging introduction to the exciting world of jazz, from its roots in ragtime to blues, bebop, and beyond! Ideal for established beginners (approximately Grade 3+ standard), this

The Jazz Commandments addresses articulation and style situations that are commonly found in jazz music by introducing a set of guidelines that can be used to guide decisions regarding the

This volume explores a musical approach to developing jazz vocabulary around the drum set, featuring 60 exercises ranging in duration from short passages to extended solos. The book aims to teach a

The theory bestseller now in English! Beginners and advanced learners can deepen their knowledge of jazz harmony with this comprehensive textbook. With numerous practical exercises and examples, audio

A complete method for learning to speak the language of jazz on your horn. This new method by New York jazz artist Tim Armacost is the ultimate guide to playing saxophone. Whether you are just beginning to

Play along and study the tunes famously recorded by the Mu'tet featuring Jeff Coffin on saxophones, Roy "Futureman" Wooten (of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones) on drums, Felix Pastorius (formerly of the

This book and CD teams up Grammy winner Lennie Niehaus with the great jazz saxophonist and educator Greg Fishman for a set of exciting jazz solos written for the intermediate sax player. The 14 jazz solos

This book and CD pack teams up Grammy winner Lennie Niehaus and jazz trombonist Rick Simerly for a set of exciting jazz solos written for the intermediate trombonist. These 14 jazz solos were specially

This book and CD teams up Grammy winner Lennie Niehaus with the great jazz trumpeter and recording artist Bobby Shew for a set of exciting jazz solos written for the intermediate trumpet player. The 14 jazz

This is a book for jazz educators who know that much of our traditional techniques for teaching and learning jazz need to change. Riposo organizes the materials so that all parts of the brain become

A unique set of jazz etudes for the contemporary trumpet player, featuring a CD with etudes played by Dave Douglas, Ingrid Jensen, Scott Wendholt, Terell Stafford, Nicholas Marchione and author Cameron

This book offers intermediate to advanced trumpet players an insider's view of what they need to know about playing New Orleans style trumpet. Along with details about living the good life in the Crescent

On the Beaten Path: Jazz is an essential exploration of 12 world-renowned jazz drummers, their influences, the music they made famous, and the gear they played. Authentic transcriptions and

These 13 jazz etudes review various chord qualities found in jazz tunes in all 12 keys. Areas covered include major 7th chords, minor 7th chords, dominant 7th chords, minor ii(b5) chords, tritone

Duets are a great way to learn the many skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed or practiced with a rhythm section. These duets include a

Written with students, educators and pros in mind, this three-book series by Jeff Coffin focuses on the technical and improvisational aspects of playing the saxophone. The concepts in these books have been

Book 2 of the three-book saxophone series includes must-hear sax players and recordings, how to practice, equipment tips, and much more. A special emphasis is placed on the Big 5 Fundamentals: listening,

Book 3 of the three-book saxophone series includes must-hear sax players and recordings, how to practice, equipment tips, and much more. A special emphasis is placed on the Big 5 Fundamentals: listening,

More than a fun play-along, this book and CD combination is written at the easy to medium-easy level for young and developing players. It provides an opportunity to play along with a professional jazz

Sittin' In with the Big Band, Vol. 2 is more than a fun play-along. This book and CD combination features ten big-band charts written at the medium difficulty level for players with some

These supplemental books correlate with pieces found in the first two Suzuki Method Violin Books along with an original by Doug Cameron. The audio CD contains all the tracks with violin and

These well-crafted, medium-level jazz duets utilize easy-to-hear harmonies, commonly encountered jazz rhythms, and occasional meter changes. Interesting material is provided for both musicians, and they're