More than a pattern book, this 80-page spiral-bound book lays out the theory behind the use of pentatonic scales in jazz, and follows with 12 pages of transcribed solos and 40 pages of exercises. Sti
For the advanced player. Sixty pages of reading and exercises that will give a good understanding of the interval's uses and expand the musician's harmonic and melodic vocabulary. In the Ramon Ricker
Improvisation is at the heart of Jazz, but knowing how to play stylistically correct in a large Jazz ensemble is also a necessity. How to Play Lead Alto Saxophone in a Big Band offers tips, suggestion
John Coltrane's landmark composition "Giant Steps" used a new harmonic formula. This book examines it in detail as well as "Countdown!" Also contains many practice exercises and solo examples, plus ho
Hip up your playing with the signature sound of modern players. This book contains many exercises / etudes of varying levels, plus 12 solos written over standard chord changes which utilize augmented