Jazz Trumpet Tunes, Level/Grade 3: Score, Part & CD: Level/grade 3 Tunes (ABRSM Exam Pieces) - Softcover

ABRSM

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1860963129 ISBN 13: 9781860963124

Publisher: ABRSM, 2003

Synopsis

Fifteen tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Introduces an approach that encourages playing by ear. Includes a CD featuring playalong rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians. Also contains a written-out piano score and sections for improvised solos, with notated guideline pitches to get you started.

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Review:

An attractive and accessible menu of performance pieces. The sound and playing on the CDs is impeccable ... Excellent. (Jazz Review)

A book of the highest quality in its selection of repertoire, its presentation and its success at delivering the very best and clear advice on jazz interpretation and the development of improvisational skills. ... a gem ... The CD is stunning ... a book that fully understands the trumpet. (Music Teacher)

Synopsis:

This work features: 15 tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today; Arrangements by jazz arrangers carefully researched and designed to accommodate teacher and pupil alike; An approach that encourages playing by ear; 'Minus-one' rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians; Written-out piano score; Sections for improvised solos, with notated guideline pitches to get you started; Background information including suggestions for further listening. Accessible, motivational and reflecting the highest musical standards, "Jazz Trumpet Tunes" will get you playing jazz confidently and creatively.

About this edition

• Publisher: ABRSM
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1860963129
• ISBN 13: 9781860963124
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 68