12 Contemporary Jazz Etudes

12 Contemporary Jazz Etudes
Author: Bob Mintzer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2004-12
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780757936555

12 Contemporary Jazz Etudes is written by the world-renowned jazz composer, arranger, saxophonist, bandleader, educator, and member of the Yellowjackets, Bob Mintzer. Designed for the medium to advanced difficulty level, this book includes: 12 jazz etudes composed by Bob Mintzer in a variety of jazz styles, tempos, and time signatures; performance notes/tips for each etude to assist in interpretation and improvisation; play-along CD with a stellar rhythm section; and an opportunity to study and learn these skills: melodic composition, improvisation, sight reading, motivic development, call-and-response, and jazz concept. All books are compatible and written so they can be performed together.

10 Improvisational Flute Etudes

10 Improvisational Flute Etudes
Author: Jeff Coffin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2020-08-10
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781734185386

10 Improvisational Flute Etudes written by Jeff Coffin over the changes to 10 jazz standards. Ideal for all flute players.

Playing Jazz Piano

Playing Jazz Piano
Author: Bob Mintzer
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 48
Release:
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457428852

For an aspiring jazz instrumentalist, playing piano is one of the most important skills for developing a jazz vocabulary. Bob Mintzer is a renowned jazz composer, arranger, saxophonist, pianist, bandleader, educator and member of the group, the Yellowjackets. His new book is designed for the instrumentalist who is not an accomplished piano player but wants to acquire basic jazz piano skills and jazz vocabulary. The book includes etudes that make players aware of the sound, texture, cause, effect and function of jazz chords and harmony. The 22 piano etudes feature a variety of styles, tempos, chord progressions and a the book also includes a chord voicing glossary. Mintzer offers a practical guide with a realistic approach.

15 Easy Jazz, Blues & Funk Etudes

15 Easy Jazz, Blues & Funk Etudes
Author: Bob Mintzer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2000-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780769297903

Written for a wide variety of musicians, 15 Easy Jazz, Blues & Funk Etudes will appeal to both aspiring players and to more experienced musicians. For the younger player, particular care is given to range, rhythmic figures and overall playability. The more accomplished musician will appreciate the high level of musicality, the lyrical compositions and the opportunities to improvise. Either way, the format is simple: Bob Mintzer plays and demonstrates each etude with a stellar rhythm section on the included recording. You learn each etude slowly. When ready, you play the etude with the audio accompaniment.

14 Jazz & Funk Etudes

14 Jazz & Funk Etudes
Author: Bob Mintzer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 44
Release: 1994
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780769229980

Written by jazz musician Bob Mintzer, 14 Jazz & Funk Etudes presents practice and performance aids and explanations in a variety of jazz and funk styles. In addition, the books include a CD containing combo accompaniment that's ideal for practice s

The Essence Of The Blues

The Essence Of The Blues
Author: Jim Snidero
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2018-04-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9783954810512

The Essence of the Blues by Jim Snidero provides beginners and moderately advanced musicians with an introduction to the language of the blues. In 10 etudes focusing on various types of the blues, the musician learns to master the essential basics step by step. Each piece comes with an in-depth analysis of blues styles and music theory, appropriate scale exercises, tips for studying and practicing, suggestions for improvising, recommended listening, and specific techniques used by some of the all-time best jazz/blues musicians, including Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, B.B. King, Stanley Turrentine, and others. The accompanying play-along CD features world famous New York recording artists including Eric Alexander, Jeremy Pelt, Jim Snidero, Steve Davis, Mike LeDonne, Peter Washington, and others. Recorded at a world-class studio, these play alongs are deeply authentic, giving the musician a real-life playing experience to learn and enjoy the blues.

Oscar Peterson - Jazz Exercises, Minuets, Etudes & Pieces for Piano (Music Instruction)

Oscar Peterson - Jazz Exercises, Minuets, Etudes & Pieces for Piano (Music Instruction)
Author: Oscar Peterson
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2005-10-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 147684089X

(Keyboard Instruction). Legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson has long been devoted to the education of piano students. In this book he offers dozens of pieces designed to empower the student, whether novice or classically trained, with the technique needed to become an accomplished jazz pianist.

Jamey Aebersold's Jazz Ear Training: Book & 2 CDs

Jamey Aebersold's Jazz Ear Training: Book & 2 CDs
Author: Jamey Aebersold
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-02
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781562240677

Jamey Aebersold's Jazz Ear Training is a no-nonsense approach consisting of two hours of recorded ear training exercises with aural instructions before each. It starts very simply, with intervals and gradually increases in difficulty until you are hearing chord changes and progressions. All answers are listed in the book, and contains transposed parts for C, B-flat, and E-flat instruments to allow playing along. Beginning to advanced levels.