Improvising Blues Saxophone

An introduction to blues saxophone styles techniques and improvisation-The latest addition to this popular series is designed for the intermediate saxophonist looking for an introduction to the blues. Experienced saxophone teacher and performer Nick Beston presents straightforward explanations of different playing styles and techniques and covers topics such as basic blues harmony chords riffs and effects like glissando and 'growling'. Original compositions support each chapter and 'sax advice' sections offer guidance on the finer points of saxophone playing. High-quality demos and backing tracks on the accompanying CD encourage the reader to apply these techniques to their own improvisations.

Par WILKINS JACK. This collection of jazz etudes with an accompanying CD gives students a fun and effective way to learn to play jazz style blues lines. The CD tracks provide a professional rhythm section (piano, bass, drums) to play along with, plus recordings of professional jazz musicians playing each etude. The recordings help to provide a model for the student\'s stylistic development, and an opportunity to play with a great band! Each of the 12 etudes provides a new challenge to master. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Jazz and Blues - Improvisation / Recueil / Saxophone Ténor

For the saxophone player with little or no experience of improvising jazz. Contains examples and tunes in the styles of Charlie Parker John coltrane and Johnny Hodges. Professional insights into chords blues and specialeffects.

Ce livre de lecture de niveau intermédiaire avec CD d'accompagnement (12 pistes d'écoute- 12 titres de jeux-long) contient très mélodique, amusant à jouer du blues et des riffs lignes dans divers styles / sent. Les touches et les tempos sont de comfortable.It un excellent outil pour apprendre ce que le jazz solo est tout au sujet. Outre la lecture, vous pouvez improviser sur le play-along pistes à l'aide des cordes pour les titres figurant dans le livre. Rhythm Section: Fred Lipsius - piano, Bruce Gertz - basse, John Wheatley - guitare, Bob Kaufman - tambours, Yoron Israël - tambours. / Saxophone Alto

This collection of ten jazz etudes with accompanying audio provides intermediate to advanced tenor sax students with a fun and effective way to learn to play in the specific odd meters: 3/4, 5/4, 7/4, and 9/4. Each etude is based on the chord progression of a different jazz standard, and includes an in-depth analysis of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic devices used. The addition of the odd-time ingredient, along with completely original melodies and improv lines, converts what would be mere academic etudes to a delightful jazz listening and playing experience.If you want to improve your fluency in reading, performing, and improvising in odd time signatures, this is the book for you! A generous number of preparatory exercises gradually introduce the student to not only reading music, but also ?hearing how phrases land within a measure? of odd time. Play-along audio tracks featuring a professional rhythm section (piano, bass, and drums) minus the sax track allow you to play as the soloist. Includes access to online audio.

13 ways to explore the blues-In the thirteen first-class pieces in Blues Cruise blues-music is presented in several ways. Major keys as well as minor keys occur and many different blues styles are covered. A broad spectrum of Blues can be discovered and furthermore improvised in many different styles. The CD includes styles of Blues like Hip Hop Bossa Nova or Reggae; it includes a play-along version as well. Cruise the Blues!

Groove Lab is a series designed and composed by Andy Hampton and David Motion for the development of jazz playing and improvisation skills. While the books are aimed at individual learning, they can be flexible and can also accommodate a large group or class situation. Groove Lab (Alto Sax/CD) is ideal for teaching children with basic musical understanding the art of improvisation and some jazz technique. This book, with CD backing, will give saxophone players the chance to play familiar, popular styles and rhythms at relatively early stage. Books are also available for electronic keyboard, flute , clarinet and alto sax. Each book is accompanied by a CD of backing tracks for an enhanced learning experience.

15 tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Arrangements by jazz arrangers are carefully researched and designed to accommodate teacher and pupil alike. An approach that encourages playing by ear. Includes â??Minus-oneâ?? rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians. Written-out piano score and sections for improvised solos with notated guideline pitches to get you started. Background information including suggestions for further listening.

10 great etudes for playing and improvising on the blues-The best-selling Advance author (Jazz Conception) and award-winning saxophonist (2017 Downbeat Critic's Poll) Jim Snidero now presents The Essence Of The Blues a new attractive method for beginners and moderately advanced players who wish to learn the language of the blues.Each edition contains 10 solo studies which have been transposed and arranged for the principal jazz instruments. The recordings on the professionally produced accompanying CD were performed by top-notch soloists and New York's best swinging rhythm section: Jim Snidero (alto saxophone) Eric Alexander (tenor saxophone) Jeremy Pelt (trumpet) Steve Davis (trombone) Jamie Baum (flute) Mike LeDonne Peter Washington Joe Farnsworth (rhythm section).The Essence Of The Blues is suitable for lessons with young pupils in particular but also for self-study or as performance pieces for jazz ensembles. Each piece comes with appropriate scale exercises tips for studying and practicing suggestions for own improvisations as well as recommended listening.

10 great etudes for playing and improvising on the blues-This new method provides beginners and moderately advanced musicians with an introduction to the language of blues. In 10 solo studies which can be accompanied by professionally performed and recorded playbacks the musician learns to master the essential basics step by step: Each piece comes with appropriate scale exercises tips for studying and practicing suggestions for own improvisations as well as recommended listening.The accompanying CD provides a unique band feeling with top-notch musicians:Jim Snidero (alto saxophone)Eric Alexander (tenor saxophone)Jeremy Pelt (trumpet)Steve Davis (trombone)Jamie Baum (flute)Mike LeDonne(piano/organ) Peter Washington (bass) and Joe Farnsworth (drums)

These methods provide complete courses for players off all ages guiding students from their first note to 'classics' together with compositions by contemporary writers. Each book is accompanied by high quality rhythm section tracks recorded on compact disc. Right from the start students can enjoy authentic jazz sounds playing in the company of professionals. With step-by-step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces the fundamental elements of good technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage and is given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice onear-training and chord patterns. With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading and an Appendix containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes The Jazz Methods are ideally suited to both students working alone and those learning with a teacher. John O'Neill has a solid understanding of jazz and how it can be taught. I highly recommend his educational jazz materials. (Jamey Aebersold) ...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library. (Lee Konitz international jazz saxophone soloist) Following on from the best-selling Jazz Method for Saxophone Developing Jazz Technique for Saxophone will help intermediate players take their jazz skills to a new level. The 22 pieces are written in a variety of jazz styles including reggae jazz waltz bossa nova calypso New Orleans South African salsa samba blues and swing. Special emphasis is given to helping students improvise over chord sequences such as the II-V-I progression. Idiomatic effects such as vibrato subtone glissandi and ?bending? notes are dealt with and there is a special chapter on overtones. Several new scales are introduced including the whole tone and diminished scales and a special section on patterns contains many ideas for

The Jazz Sessions Series is a tremendous collection of Jazz standards, classics and original material by contemporary composers Alexander L'Estrange and Tom Pilling. Each book is dedicated to a particular instrument but they are all able to work in conjunction with each other in ensembles and Jazz bands, providing an exciting and enjoyable repertoire. A professionally recorded CD accompanies each book and contains play-along backing tracks as a substitute for real life musicians. This allows for practice at an individual's preferred pace and enables students to get an authentic feel of the style. One of the main purposes of Jazz Sessions is help encourage and develop improvisational skills with a full written solo on one page and an alternative, extended version for improvising. A great introduction to experimentation and ideal preparation for ABRSM exams. Reflects a variety of Jazz styles including swing, Latin, gospel and blues. Backing Tracks give opportunity for confident and atmospheric performance. Carefully tailored for intermediate musicians.