15 Solo Etudes for Jazz Phrasing Interpretation and Improvisation-For jazz phrasing interpretation and improvisation.A new and exciting way for alto saxophone players to learn and practice basic jazz style.This book/CD set features 15 solo etudes based on blues and standard chord progressions demonstrated by Jim Snidero on alto saxophone along with a world-class rhythm section: Mike LeDonne piano; Peter Washington bass; and Kenny Washington drums.The recording features two separate versions of each etude: one with the soloist and rhythm section and one with the rhythm section only. See and hear how the soloist phrases play with or without the soloist on the CD and learn basic jazz style first-hand.

A unique collection of fourteen great jazz arrangements for Tenor Saxophone play-along. Compiled and arranged by Paul Honey, this collection contains all your favourite carols as you've never heard them before! Complete with A CD containing professional performances of every piece by a live jazz trio plus backing tracks to play along with. SONGS INCLUDE: Away in a Manger, Deck the Halls, Ding Dong Merrily on High, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, The Holly and The Ivy, Mary's Boy Child, Mistletoe and Wine, Silent Night, Sleigh Ride, We Three Kings of Orient Are, We Wish You a Merry Christmas . Performance notes are also included. / Saxophone Tenor

11 Songs Arranged in Jazz Styles with Written-Out Improvisations Arr. Carl Strommen Each collection contains 11 songs arranged for the instrumentalist wanting to play in a jazz style -- without the need to learn to improvise. All of the books are compatible, with only minimal changes in the variation section to accommodate the ranges and unique characteristics of the instruments. Titles: Ain't Misbehavin' * As Time Goes By * But Not For Me * Embraceable You * I Got Rhythm * My Funny Valentine * Over the Rainbow * Strike Up the Band * Summertime * Sweet Georgia Brown * 'S Wonderful.