Blues Classics: Jazz Ensemble: Instrumental Album

Rhythm Section-(Sample solos by Mike Steinel)Welcome to the exciting world of jazz improvisation! Whether you are using this book as a supplement to the Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble method book or just by itself this play-along book will help you get started creating your own improvised solos. The recordings feature professional jazz players performing well-known jazz classics and provide an excellent model for playing in a jazz style. Inaddition sample solos are provided as a guide for creating effective melodies. An added feature on the CD-ROM is the Amazing Slow Downer software program for changing the tempo of any of the recorded tracks - when used in yourcomputer ASD allows you to adjust the tempo to suit your needs as you progress through the book.Includes 10 blues classics: All Blues ? Bags' Groove ? Blue 'N Boogie ? Blue Monk ? Blues in Frankie'sFlat ? Blues in the Closet ? Cold Duck Time ? St. Louis Blues ? Straight No Chaser ? Tenor Madness.

Made famous by the Blues Brothers this hard-hitting blues classic is sure to become an instant favorite with your band. Rogers arrangement features a driving shuffle groove and solid scoring for the entire ensemble.

Made famous by the Blues Brothers this hard-hitting blues classic is sure to become an instant favorite with your band. Rogers arrangement features a driving shuffle groove and solid scoring for the entire ensemble.

This rhythm and blues classic was rediscovered by the Blues Brothers and quickly became one of their signature tunes. Featuring the trademark trumpet melody riff this is also a great solo number for alto and trumpet with easy its chord changes.

Here is a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by Charlie Parker. The chart starts out in a funk style and then alternates with swing sections. Soloists have a chance to improvise in both styles.

Even without Aretha Franklin your young jazz ensemble can sound great on this classic rhythm and blues tune. Even at this easy level the sound is still authentic and includes solid scoring throughout. Includes a brief solo for alto.

Jazz Classics for the Young Ensemble - Grade 3 This standard blues tune really swings in the expert hands of Mark Taylor. The trumpets are featured off the top followed by the saxes and a solo section for any player. A solid ensemble shout rounds out this effectively written chart.

Jazz Classics for the Young Ensemble - Grade 3 This production number for young players offers a perfect way to honor the music of the legendary Duke Ellington Orchestra. This swingin' medley takes you through the well-knownstandards C-Jam Blues Sophisticated Lady and of course Take the A Train.

Formed in 1952, the Modern Jazz Quartet has influenced the landscape of contemporary jazz for over 40 years. With elements of classical music blended with cool jazz and blues, ?The Golden Striker? epitomizes their elegant brand of jazz. This hard-swinging chart features the unique counterpoint of the original along with feature spots for the bass, saxes, and an optional open solo section.

Here is the St. Louis Blues like you've never heard it before! It opens in a slow New Orleans style with optional parts for clarinet and tuba. Quickly shifting key and tempo this masterful arrangement twists and turns throughnew and uncharted territory. A classic tour-de-force!