Imagine an art teacher saying, "Today, we are going to paint in the impressionistic style" and then using only words to describe that style - a frustrating activity for all! Displaying classic art by Monet
This legendary spiral-bound book, with a wealth of patterns, licks, and ideas, has long been popular among jazz players. Page after page of material has been collected from around the world - this
This book was created to catalog the melodic pattern material performed by Charlie Parker for over sixty of his transcribed solos. It also comes with an app called Pathways to Parker. The app mirrors the
This is a flexible workbook for learning the fundamentals of jazz theory. Includes worksheets, tests, and answer keys, and provides thorough lessons from pitch and meter to modes and guide tones.
Learn to use and understand advanced jazz harmony! This book reveals the post-bop jazz innovations established by such iconic jazz artists as John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Clare Fischer, Herbie Hancock, and
Shining a light on the history and life of the blues, this book explores essential elements that contribute to the authentic blues sound and guides readers through mastering this art form. It provides
Add dimension and interest to your music. This essential, core material is for anyone who arranges jazz standards or writes original jazz compositions. This book will help you craft melodies,
A comprehensive guide to rhythm changes, offering a wealth of information for beginners and professionals alike. Written in the language of the working musician and clearly laid
This second book in the series explores the critical areas involved in learning how to improvise, including music theory, jazz harmony, ear training, jazz execution, jazz vocabulary, practicing,
This book explores the critical areas involved in learning how to improvise, including music theory, jazz harmony, ear training, jazz execution, jazz vocabulary, practicing, self-critiquing, career
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B.B. King was the acknowledged “King of the Blues.” In this second edition of the popular book, Eric E. Dahl picks up where the story left off. The new chapters cover the passing of B.B. King,
The Jazz Rhythm Section introduces the basics of this very important part of the jazz ensemble. They are the foundation of any jazz group, so improving the rhythm section will result in a stronger
This thorough and in-depth introduction to jazz piano starts from the beginning and helps you develop all the skills necessary to become a functional jazz pianist. It covers a wide range of subjects: the
The art of jazz drumming has greatly evolved through generations of players whose approaches have influenced styles, techniques, and even the tools with which this music is played. No other tool is as
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
Want to have a better jazz ensemble? If so, this book is for you! It provides one huge "room" where everyone can gather to ask questions on the art of rehearsing the jazz band and then listening to answers
The road isn't an easy place to thrive and survive - there are many things to think about before (and after) you leave the driveway with your band. The purpose of this book is to address the "before" parts.
For all musicians with questions not answered in other books, noted author Dan Haerle's latest work contains a lifetime of information about technical considerations, life advice, road stories, and
The Miles Davis Reader compiles more than 200 news stories, feature articles, and reviews by some of the greatest writers in jazz into one volume. It delivers a patchwork of his words and music - in the
In this immense labor of love, Rick Lawn features full scores and in-depth analyses of contemporary big band works by six Grammy-nominated composers including Vince Mendoza, Jim McNeely, Darcy James Argue,
Here is a book that, at the same time, includes the best compositions of the ground-breaking Cuban fusion group, Irakere; is a thorough guide to the roots of Afro-Cuban jazz; and provides an overview of
In Let's Speak Jazz!, saxophonists will find everything they want to know about sound, technique, and improvisation. Drawing upon his many years of experience in the education and training of
Perfect for undergraduate and graduate jazz composition and arranging courses, as well as seasoned professionals, Jazz Composition and Arranging in the Digital Age is a comprehensive and practical