Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble (Alto Saxophone): A Comprehensive Method for Jazz Style and Improvisation - Softcover

Mike, Steinel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0793596211 ISBN 13: 9780793596218

Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, 2000

Synopsis

Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0793596211
• ISBN 13: 9780793596218
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32