The Alfred Jazz EASY Play-Along series goes beyond the other play-alongs. Each volume has parts for C, Bb, Eb, and bass clef instruments and includes a sample jazz solo written out for you to listen to, play, and practice. The included CD has a demo and play-along track for each tune. The demo track , featuring a pro rhythm section and horn player, is a learning tool for the melodic concept, overall jazz style and the sample jazz solo. The play-along track allows a soloist or group to learn and perform with the rhythm section. Specific improvisation tips and suggestions are included. The included sample jazz solo is an invaluable asset that makes learning how to improvise easier. There is also a matching book for rhythm section featuring piano, bass and drum parts. Nine great tunes=great jazz! Titles: Gentle Rain * Listen Here * Manha de Carnival * Night and Day * Poinciana * Recorda Me * The Shadow of Your Smile * Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise * Star Eyes. Recorda Me (Remember Me) Softly, As in a Morning Sunrise The Shadow of Your Smile (from The Sandpiper) Star Eyes Manha de Carnaval Gentle Rain Poinciana Night and Day (from Gay Divorcee) Listen Here

Troisième édition, révisée. Suggested Prerequisites: Volume 24, 1, 21.The Blues have had the very essence of the jazz sound since the 1920’s. A player who masters the sound and feel of the Blues will play other jazz tunes in a manner that will inspire the listener. The rhythm section on this recording really grooves and makes this set fun to play with. Contains 11 different Blues and is a natural follow-up to Volume 1 or Volume 21. The tempos are not fast. The Blues are presented in various keys and with a variety of moods from slow to rock. Chords and scales are written in the staff for each recorded track. Rhythm section is Dan Haerle, piano; Mike Hyman, drums; and Rufus Reid, bass.Mr. Super Hip - Horizontal (C Blues) - 6/8 Modal Blues - Slow Blues in G - Slow Blues in F - Fast Blues in F - Fast Blues in Bb - Minor Blues in C - Bird Blues - Home Stretch - Long-meter Jazz/Rock

Includes 13 great tunes from the famous Gypsy Jazz era and a tribute song, all performed in an authentic style by a masterful guitar trio. Swinging and fun to play! Be sure to listen to the demonstration tracks under the audio samples tab, above. For all instruments. Album Contents: # After You've Gone # Bei Mir Bist Du Schon # Body and Soul # Django's Cloud (same changes as Nuages) # Limehouse Blues # Minor Swing # Montagne Ste. Genevieve # Rose Room # Sweet Georgia Brown # Swing 42 # Swing Guitar # The Sheik Of Araby # The World Is Waiting For the Sunrise