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One of the most important exercises one can attempt in jazz is to play tunes in all 12 keys. But often, this seems mysteriously difficult. Where do you begin? How can you hear the changes in those odd" keys? Now anyone can do it with this fantastic play-along of seven easy-to-medium difficulty songs in all 12 keys! The professional rhythm section provides the energy to really inspire you, and is absolutely rock solid. The first chorus for each tune is in the standard (original) key, followed by choruses in the 11 other keys. Rhythm Section: Dan Haerle (p); Todd Coolman (b); Ed Soph (d). Titles: Solar Flair * Sweet Georgia Brown * Tune Up * Autumn Leaves * Perdido * Four * Rhythm Changes."

Tons of Runs is a wide-ranging compendium of runs, licks, and lines found in the jazz vernacular, each written in three different keys, and presented in a straight-forward style without ponderous analysis. This book contains useful phrases derived from chord tones, passing tones, resultant scales, and scale-tone chords that piano players can use right away as vocabulary enhancers." These are the raw materials and tools that piano players everywhere can use to polish their performance and improvisation skills, and even create new and more interesting ways to play the music they already know!"

By Jamey Aebersold, adapted by Luke Gillespie. Why should horn players have all of the fun? Now, the number one selling Jazz Improvisation book in the world has a whole new look! Introducing a new version of Jamey's world famous Volume 1: How to Play Jazz and Improvise, completely revised and specifically tailored for you by jazz pianist Luke Gillespie of the prestigious IU school of music. This edition is perfectly aligned with the original classic Sixth Edition that introduced tens of thousands of musicians to essential jazz fundamentals such as scale/chord relationships, note choices, etc. In this special edition, however, the text has been carefully edited and rewritten to speak specifically to pianists. The musical examples have been rewritten, as well, in grand staff format and include suggested left-hand and two had voicing examples to be played with the CD tracks. The first play-a-long/demonstration CD includes special stereo separations, allowing the piano to be eliminated so that the student can play along with bassist Rufus Reid and drummer Jonathan Higgins. The second CD includes the same play-a-long tracks as the first CD, but at slower practice tempos. A complete package for the beginning jazz pianist! 106 pages, spiral bound for easy opening.

This iconic 282 page spiral-bound book, with a wealth of patterns, licks, and ideas, has been popular among jazz players for a long time. Page after page of material, it is often referred to as a jazz version of Slominski's classic book The Thesaurus of Scales and Melodic Patterns.

The first of its kind! This long awaited masterpiece includes 25 legendary solos by the influential master transcribed note-for-note from classic recordings Miles Davis at the Blackhawk, Undiluted, Piano Interpretations, Full View, It's All Right!, Kelly at Midnight, and Kelly Blue! 130 pages, spiral bound to lay flat on your piano. Titles: All of You * Blues on Purpose * Don't Cha Hear Me Calling to Ya? * I Thought * Kelly Roll * Never * On a Clear Day * On Green Dolphin Street * Someday My Prince Will Come * Swingin' Till the Girls Come Home * Whisper Not * and 14 more originals and standards.

Fun to play! This play-along includes a traditional rhythm section accompaniment (provided by the Rascals of Ragtyme band) that includes piano, banjo, wash board or drums, and tuba. It's the perfect companion to Volume 100: St. Louis Blues. Rhythm Section: Bob Stevens (banjo); Roger Dane (p); Quentin Sharpenstein (tuba); Bruce Morrow (d); and Sam Goodson (washboard). Titles: Down by the Riverside * Wabash Blues * Who's Sorry Now? * Washington and Lee Swing * Ja-Da * Avalon * Smiles * Jazz Me Blues * Some of These Days * China Boy * Just a Closer Walk with Thee * A Good Man Is Hard to Find * When the Saints Go Marching In * Toot, Toot, Tootsie * Ballin' the Jack.

First, the concept of modes is discussed in detail, as well as modal harmony and composition. Their use in conventional jazz tunes as well as modal ones is explored. Next, chord scales and their application over specific chords, left hand voicings for blues, blues progression variations, and pentatonic scales are covered in detail. The chapter on pentatonics also includes inversions or positions for pentatonics, their application over specific chords, and even the use of altered pentatonics. The book then covers more advanced theory including minor harmony, dominant chord substitution, upper structure triads, voicings in fourths, diminished chord patterns and substitutes, and modulations. Numerous exercises and examples are included and performed on the accompanying CD. Excellent for the individual jazz student or classroom study, this book is applicable for all instruments.

The Dominant Seventh is possibly the most substituted, colored, and altered sound in modern music. Its flexibility and distinctive nature made it a favorite of composers throughout the 20th century and allowed it to dominate blues and rock-and-roll. This unique play-along explores the very nature of the Dominant Seventh sound and describes different ways jazz masters have used it for color and texture. Many written patterns will open your ears and extended tracks on 2 CDs will allow you to practice licks and patterns, refine your technique and reaction time, and give you the skills to navigate Dominant Sevenths with confidence. Rhythm Section: Jamey Aebersold (p); Tyrone Wheeler (b); Steve Davis (d).

From the source! Paquito produced and oversaw the recording himself using his own world renowned band! The diverse music presented here is a welcome addition to every musician's play-along library. This set contrasts the thrill of hot, exciting Latin classics with the meditative, laid-back feel of Brazilian favorites. A refreshing change of pace. Rhythm Section: Daniel Freiberg (p); Oscar Stagnaro (b); Mark Walker (d); Parnell Saturnino (Percussion). Titles: A Night in Englewood * Guataca City * La Dama y el Vagabundo * Christmas Without You * Lorenzo's Wings * Memories * Chucho * Bluellespie * El Cura * Gdansk * South of the Waltz * Chick * Wapanga.

Twelve tracks of the best music ever written. Songs represented here appeal to a variety of musical tastes. Jazz players have kept these tunes alive. From the lush, expressive ballads to the grooving, swinging standards, the appeal of these songs is worldwide. The book includes lyrics. Rhythm Section: Dan Haerle (p); Todd Coolman (b); Ed Soph (d). Titles: The Boy Next Door * East of the Sun * Falling in Love with Love * Honeysuckle Rose * I Wish I Knew * Just Squeeze Me * Melancholy Baby * My Heart Stood Still * Old Folks * One O'Clock Jump * The Second Time Around.

If you're ready for further challenges, try these slightly more difficult tunes in all 12 keys. Each tune begins with one chorus in the original key, and then moves through the other 11 keys. The tempos are moderate, but the real workout begins when you start going through the various uncommon" keys. This challenging set is for anyone ready to put themselves "through the paces" the right way! Rhythm Section: Mark Levine (p); Lynn Seaton and Todd Coolman (b); Barry Ries (d). Titles: Confirmation * Stella by Starlight * All the Things You Are * Giant Steps * It's You or No One * Down and Up."

Thirteen of the most popular songs ever produced by composers such as George Gershwin and Cole Porter. Like jazz tunes, many of these originated from Broadway shows. Beautiful ballads, bluesy slow swings, soaring melodies, interesting bridges, and daring lyrics have all been discovered and reinvented by Jazz's most influential players including Monk, Tatum, Parker, and Brecker. Rhythm Section: Jim McNeely (p); Steve Gilmore (b); Bill Goodwin (d). Titles: Embraceable You * Night and Day * The Man I Love * Tea for Two * I Got Rhythm * Three Little Words * I'm a Fool to Want * Just One of Those Things * My One and Only Love * You Do Something to Me * With a Song in My Heart * How Long Has This Been Going On * I Get a Kick Out of You.

Six must-know bebop tunes and two essential standards you'll play on every gig. Tempos are comfortable. Bebop is the ultimate jazz language builder and most of today's greatest players like Terrence Blanchard, Jerry Bergonzi, Chick Corea, Freddie Hubbard, and the Brecker's have all used it as a foundation for building their unique styles. It's no doubt they know all the tunes on this set inside and out. The heart of the jazz sound! Rhythm Section: Dan Haerle (p); Todd Coolman (b); Steve Davis (d). Titles: Groovin' High * I'll Remember April * A Night in Tunisia * Bluesette * West Coast Blues * High Fly * All the Things You Are * An Afternoon in Paris.

Jam with this all-star rhythm section on nine fresh, original tunes by the great Cedar Walton, with Cedar on piano! Many of these tunes are well on their way to becoming jazz standards. Several tunes have Cedar's own harmony parts as used on his original recordings. These tunes make great additions to your school Jazz Combo. Hear the sound of authentic New York" jazz. Several tunes have written harmony parts too. Rhythm Section: Cedar Walton (p); Ron Carter (b); Billy Higgins (d). Titles: Cedar's Blues * Fantasy in D * Bolivia * Midnight Waltz * Clockwise * Hand in Glove * Firm Roots * Ojos de Rojo * Maestro."