This volume is a step-by-step approach to improvisation in jazz, rock and pop music. Based on an easy music which can be practised together with a band on the play-along CD, each chapter comes with brief explanations as to which notes sound best when improvising and why. Solos by experienced musicians serve as examples for the player's own attempts at improvisation.The textbook can also be used by a band at schools or music schools (for pupils with at least 2 years of instrumental lessons). / Instruments En C

Cannata & Kennedy: Improvising And Soloing In The Pocket offers nine pieces from Richie Cannata's self-titled CD in a variety of styles each clearly notated for melodies chords and scale forms. Each piece also has a theory worksheet for additional study.The included DVD professionally recorded in a state-of-the-art studio includes play-along tracks that let you 'sit in' with the best and a round-table discussion giving plenty of background and playing tips for each piece.Richie Cannata is a long-time saxophonist who has performed and recorded with stars such as Billy Joel. Sean Kennedy is a much-in-demand drummer who hasalso performed and recorded with the best. Together both Cannata and Kennedy will stretch your musical skills and guide you through the creative world of improvisation.