Blues and More is the second book in the Jazz Anyone.....' series, an exciting method to learn the art of jazz improvisation that's ideal for either individual study or classroom use with an entire jazz ensemble. Through the use of structured lessons and sequenced concepts involving exercises, licks and mini-charts, as well as recorded jazz tracks on the accompanying CDs, a student can acquire invaluable improvisation skills.

Blues and More is the second book in the Jazz Anyone.....' series, an exciting method to learn the art of jazz improvisation that's ideal for either individual study or classroom use with an entire jazz ensemble. Through the use of structured lessons and sequenced concepts involving exercises, licks and mini-charts, as well as recorded jazz tracks on the accompanying CDs, a student can acquire invaluable improvisation skills.

A complete method for learning to play jazz on your saxophone

Making Music is the third book in the exciting Jazz Anyone...' series, a unique method to learn the art of jazz improvisation. Through the use of structured lessons and sequenced concepts involving exercises, licks and mini-charts, as well as recorded jazz tracks on two accompanying compact discs, a student can acquire invaluable improvisation skills.

This ... series is designed to aid the instrumentalist in learning how to improvise jazz, includes three CDs of 70 recorded jazz tracks. Exercises, licks and mini-charts aid in developing jazz melodies, rhythm, style and ear training. The Teacher edition contains all the material [from the other books] (C, B♭, B♭ tenor sax, E♭, bass clef, guitar, piano, bass, drums) [in the series]--p. [4] of cover.

Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 2 contains original solos for early intermediate to intermediate-level pianists that reflect the various styles of the jazz idiom. An excellent way to introduce your students to this distinctive American contribution to 20th century music. The online audio includes dynamic recordings of each song in the book.

(Instrumental Jazz). Mike Steinel's follow-up book to his popular Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble features a wealth of instructional material that can be used in a full band setting or individually. After a brief review of style basics, this comprehensive method includes a section of daily warm-ups and workouts for rehearsal, followed by a variety of lessons covering specific styles and improvisation concepts. Each lesson ends with a full band performance piece. Take your students to the next level with this masterful approach! Features * Review of important concepts from Book 1 * Warm-ups and workouts for the start of rehearsals * Lessons covering a variety of jazz styles and improvisation concepts * Nine rewarding full band pieces that reinforce each lesson * Information on the cities, regions, and people influencing the evolution of jazz * Recordings of all exercises, including full band arrangements and sample solos* * Grade/Level 3 * Each book includes an access code for audio files on "MyLibrary" (internet required.) Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.