Improvising Blues Saxophone
An Introduction to Blues Saxophone Styles, Techniques and Improvisations
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SKU: HL.49018156
An Introduction to Blues Saxophone Styles, Techniques and Improvisations. Composed by Nick Beston. This edition: Paperback/Soft Cover. Sheet music with CD. Woodwind. Designed for the intermediate saxophonist looking for an introduction to the blues. Blues Instruction, Improvisation. Softcover with CD. 140 pages. Schott Music #ED13237. Published by Schott Music (HL.49018156).ISBN 9781847611475. UPC: 841886013650. 9.0x12.0x0.373 inches. English. Nick Beston With a CD of Demo and Backing Tracks.
This practical guide was designed for any intermediate or advanced player who wishes to enter the sometimes daunting world of improvisation. Players will gain more enjoyment from their sax playing, as the book demonstrates how to develop improvisational style and learn some of the more advanced techniques - made easier with a few handy tips, tricks and careful practice. Key techniques and styles explained include: basic blues harmony * improvising with scales, chords, rhythms and riffs * sax effects such as glissando, slurps and bends, falls, growling, mutes and harmonics * bebop blues * phrasing * minor blues. Demo solos and backing tracks are included on the accompanying CD.