Walking Bassics by Ed Fuqua is one of the few method books that focuses exclusively on how to create authentic-sounding walking bass lines. Designed for beginning players or anyone wanting a solid foundation for learning jazz bass, the book contains detailed treatment of: the four crucial principles of walking bass line construction how to always make good note choices tips on creating good time feel a dozen additional walking bass techniques, once the basics have been mastered.

Playing on the Changes features 13 jazz etudes through the various chord qualities found in standards and jazz tunes in all 12 keys. Areas covered include major 7th chords, minor 7th chords, dominant 7th chords (Mixolydian, altered dominant, and half-whole diminished), minor ii (flat-5) chords, tritone substitutions, and a variety of progressions using all of the above. Bob Mintzer has written out etude solos that traverse the changes in a way that familiarizes you with the sound of each harmonic setting. Each etude is modeled after ideas---such as melodic and rhythmic patterns that create continuity---and singable melodies that he recommends using when improvising through the chord changes. Using the TNT 2 software, listen to and analyze the etudes, and by removing Mintzer's saxophone from the mix, you can then practice and play these harmonic exercises on your own with a stellar rhythm section. The amazing TNT 2 software allows you to slow down the tempo, too! / Instruments En Clé de Fa

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.

Cette méthode rassemble 50 walkings à destination de tous les bassistes, et notamment les amoureux du Jazz, qui trouveront là matière à se faire plaisir sans limites ! Au programme donc, pas moins de 50 walkings sur des grilles d'accords inspirées des plus grands standards de Jazz : Autumn leaves, Someday my prince will come, Giant steps, Blues for Alice, Anthropology, Blue bossa, Stella by starlight, So what, Take five, Black orpheus, My funny valentine, All the things you are, In a sentimental mood, Satin doll, Take the A train... pour ne citer qu’eux ! Afin d’apprendre à construire vos propres walkings, et donc aussi être capable d’analyser celles qui sont proposées ici, un chapitre entier vous mettra sur la voie, dévoilant toutes les techniques et autres procédés théoriques qui feront de vous un expert en la matière ! Le CD mp3 est pour sa part composé d'autant de playbacks qu'il n'y a de walkings, et ce à deux tempi différents : le tempo d’objectif (à vitesse réelle) et le tempo de travail (à vitesse lente). Sur le playback à vitesse réelle, la basse joue la walking sur la première tournerie puis s'efface pour vous laisser la place ! D’une durée volontairement longue (environ 5 minutes chacun, soit plus de 6h de musique en tout !), ces playbacks vous donneront le temps de vous exercer dans les meilleures conditions possibles... à jouer les 50 walkings proposées ou d’autres de votre création. ​