As the title suggests, the pieces are short and manageable, giving the grade 3-4 player a taste of different styles and a perfect introduction to playing jazz. From swing, blues and rock, to ballad and jazz

This exciting work allows all parts to enjoy the driving force of a rhythmico ostinato. The catchy melodic content of this piece is shared by all. Written as a sequel to the ever-popular Blue

Matt Harris is one of the most fluent performers and teachers of jazz piano in the world today. This book lays the groundwork for strong voicings and voice leading by focusing primarily on the II-V-I

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

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

This collection of 10 grade pieces explores the jazz idiom through original songs composed in the styles of the masters. Lots of fun to play, some pieces even include an optional improvised section.

This catchy tune provides exposure to jazz style for strings. The chromatic bass line's slaps provide a fun, percussive element, while the catchy melody is passed around to all sections.

The goal of this book is to acquaint medium level players with various beats, solo suggestions and techniques which will enable them to excel in the jazz ensemble in a solo and chart-reading capacity. Rock

This book contains piano solo adaptations of jazz band composer Gordon Goodwin's most popular Big Phat Band titles. Musically challenging but technically accessible, these piano pieces capture the essence

A great piece for beginning orchestras, both fun and educational. Using only the open strings and simple two repeating eighth-note patterns, beginning players will get an introduction to jazz while learning