R. Stokes: Easy Jazz Singles: Alto Saxophone: Instrumental Album

34 Melodic Studies-These studies will help to introduce the player to rhythmic and melodic studies not normally encountered in traditional teaching methods. They range in standard from very easy to medium difficulty. Jazz Singles has found success with the Asscociated Board in flute form and these thirty-four easy melodic saxophone studies provide an attractive introduction to various jazz styles for the younger player. Grades 2-6.

A collection of 34 melodic studies in technique and rhythm set in a jazz/popular idiom. These pieces will help to introduce the player to rhythmic and melodic styles not often encountered in traditional teaching. They range in standard from very easy to medium difficulty.

More attractive and easy studies in technique and rhythm set in jazz and popular idioms. These books have become hugely popular and have been integrated into grades 1-3 of the new ABRSM woodwind syllabus 2003-2006. 27 melodic studies all in jazz idiom some are in swing style and three include improvisation passages.There are helpful hints at the beginning of the book and several of the studies give a written indication of the mood. Recommended. Music Teacher Magazine