by Jerry Coker. Revised edition. Without relying on overly technical terms, explains what to look and listen for so that you can fully enjoy and appreciate America’s original art form. Paperback.
By Jerry Coker An essential book for every jazz musician wishing to organize their practice time and priorities. Ever feel like you have a million things to practice, but you don't know where to start? Jerry condenses his decades in jazz education into...
by David Baker. A much heralded jazz practice method from leading educator/performer David Baker. David condenses a wealth of experience and knowledge into practice-specific ideas and exercises for all musicians. Subjects covered include practice goals,...
by Jamey Aebersold . 2 CDs with book. A no-nonsense approach consisting of two hours of recorded ear training exercises with aural instructions before each. Beginning to advanced. Starts very simply, with intervals gradually increases in difficulty unti...
by Bunky Green . A thorough exploration of II/V/I patterns applicable to a variety of musical situations. This book has been referred to as a “theory follows practice” book. Musicians who have played “by ear” will recognize many of the licks and phrases...
For All musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording ( Volume 70 "Killer Joe" , sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his "feel" and nuances. Then, using the special...
Beginning/Intermediate . The blues have contained the very essence of the jazz sound since the 1920s. A player who masters the sound and feel of the blues will play other jazz tunes in a manner that will inspire the listener. Contains 11 different blues...
For all instrumentalists and vocalists. CDs contain 30 extended tracks of recorded background. Great primer for learning basic skills in major and minor keys. Advanced players will want to work on "double-timing", playing "outside" and "side-slipping" i...
Learn To Harmonize and Transpose' is written for children or adults at the early elementary or intermediate levels of piano study. The book provides the student with sequentially organized lessons consisting of basic theory and playing exercises necessa...
