The Art of Jazz Trumpet: Trumpet: Instrumental Tutor

An Introduction to Jazz Harmony Technique and Improvisation-This definitive book is designed for the intermediate Trumpet player looking for an introduction to the world of jazz. Renowned jazz musician Ollie Weston introduces key concepts step by step explaining clearly and simply throughout with the minimum of musical jargon. Improvisation is featured from the very beginning with authentic live jazz trio recordings on the accompanying CD for you to play along with. Key subjects covered include: modes swing playing melodic development the 2-5-1 progression jazz blues progressions pentatonic scales jazz chord extentions stylistic development unique Trumpet sounds and many more.

15 TOP classical themes made EASY for Bb trumpet with jazzzed-up piano accompaniments. Includes Beethoven 5 Theme William Tell Rock Mozart 40 Polovtsian Dance etc.Grade: 1 - 3

Fun Pieces for Trumpet-Jazzin' About for Trumpet presents 8 original repertoire pieces arranged for Trumpet with Piano accompaniment by Pam Wedgwood. Cool syncopation funky riffs and smooth stylish tunes - from dynamic to nostalgic this series has it all. Jazzin' About is a vibrant collection of original pieces in a range of contemporary styles. So take a break from the classics and get into the groove as you cruise from blues to rock to jazz for Trumpet and Piano

Jazz-Style Arrangements with a Variation-Broadway By Special Arrangement is a collection of 11 songs arranged for the instrumentalist wanting to pay in a jazz style - without the need to learn to improvise. The 'Clasically' trained amateur or professional performer or the intermediate-level (III-IV) student will enjoy palying thses expertly arranged Broadway melodies just for fun or to include as a light piece on a recial or solo-feature concert performance.The ballads and medium tempo and up tempo swing tunes are arranged with a play-through of the melody followed by a written-out varaition chorus a return to the melody and an ear catching ending.The piano bass and drum accompaniment CD willput you right in the band. The CD includes both the solo instrument with the accompaniment track and an accompaniment-alone track for each selection. The inexperienced performer can learn the appropriate style of playing and be comfortable playing in the jazz style before playing along with any of the rhythm section track.

These methods provide complete courses for players off all ages guiding students from their first note to 'classics' together with compositions by contemporary writers. Each book is accompanied by high quality rhythm section tracks recorded on compact disc. Right from the start students can enjoy authentic jazz sounds playing in the company of professionals. With step-by-step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces the fundamental elements of good technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage and is given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice onear-training and chord patterns. With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading and an Appendix containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes The Jazz Methods are ideally suited to both students working alone and those learning with a teacher. John O'Neill has a solid understanding of jazz and how it can be taught. I highly recommend his educational jazz materials. (Jamey Aebersold) ...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library. (Lee Konitz international jazz saxophone soloist) The Jazz Method for Trumpets will guide beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the instrument to the performance of full-blown pieces including classics by Thelonious Monk Dizzy Gillespie Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard.

A collection of seven of the world-class trumpeter's jazz solos complete with backing tracks so you can play along! Grade 4.

Cool syncopation funky riffs and smooth stylish tunes - from dynamic to nostalgic Pam Wedgwood's series has it all. 'Really Easy Jazzin' About' is a vibrant collection of original pieces in a range of contemporary styles tailor-made for the absolute beginner. So take a break from the classics and get into the groove as you cruise from blues to rock to jazz.