JAMEY AEBERSOLD JAZZ

One of the most important exercises one can attempt in jazz is to play tunes in all twelve keys. But often this seems mysteriously difficult ? Where do you begin? How can you hear the changes in those ?odd? keys? Well, now anyone can do it with this fantastic play-a-long of 7 easy to medium difficulty songs in all twelve keys! The professional rhythm section provides the energy to really inspire you, and is absolutely rock solid. The first chorus...

The popularity of Latin Jazz has been tremendous in recent years, and now this innovative play-a-long offers you these Charlie Parker originals in the Salsa/Latin Jazz style. This rhythmically unique treatment of Bird?s beboop classics inspires whole new directions in your playing! A whole new way to think about the music of Bird! Mark Levine-piano; David Belove-bass; John Santos-Timbales and miscellaneous percussion; Harold Muniz-Congas and misc...

Groovin? Standards for the Beginning/Intermediate Improvisor. Similar to the popular Vol. 54 ?Maiden Voyage?, this volume again meets the needs of the up-and-coming jazz player who is ready to make the transition from scales and chords to improvising on real standard chord changes. The selections feature slower tempos and easier changes and each has a great feel that makes improvising easier. Attention Educators! RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Vol. 70 Tra...

The rhythm section sparkles on this exciting collection of one dozen of the world's most popular songs. You'll enjoy the variety and be impressed with the nice balance of old and new well-known selections. Dynamite rhythm section includes Mark Levine, Piano; Tyrone Wheeler, Bass; Barry Ries, Drums.

One dozen of the world's finest Standards done in the popular Latin Jazz style. A refreshing departure from the typical swing and bossa styles which have dominated Jazz in the past. The authentic rhythm section includes Mark Levine, Piano; David Belove, Bass; Harold Muniz and John Santos, various percussion.

This could have been titled ?Baby Steps to Giant Steps.? Finally, there is a ?Steps? by-step method of learning not only Giant Steps and Countdown, but also how to substitute those elusive chord changes for ?standard? chord changes in well-known Standards. The second CD breaks down the Giant Steps cycle into simple segments at comfortable tempos. Also included are several well-known Standards with Giant Steps harmony substituted for the tradition...

Intermediate/Advanced. Until now, the task of memorizing tunes has required a great amount of time and has been left largely to chance by the musician. With no rules, guidelines, or systematic methods of study, the task has often left musicians with a great deal of confusion and frustration. This incredible work is a quick and easy method for learning and memorizing melodies and chord changes to any tune in any key! Cookin' CD rhythm section is f...

Intermediate/advanced level. These tunes represent a large portion of the jazz player?s vocabulary. They are all considered jazz standards. Songs range from simple to complex, slow tempos to fast. The chord changes on several tunes are such that the novice improviser can solo using a single scale such as the Blues or Pentatonic scale, yet intermediate and advanced players will still have plenty of challenge playing on the flowing and natural chor...

One Dozen more Great American standards in the mode of Volume 79. Many contemporary compositions, particularly Bebop tunes, have taken their harmonies from these wonderful ageless songs. Rhythm section is Mark Levine, Tyrone Wheeler, and Barry Ries.

Few musicians and composers have influenced jazz the way Horace Silver has. His groups, recordings and compositions have helped define the very shape of jazz as we know it today... So here we continue the explorations of Volumes 17 and 18 of the Aebersold Series (which featured Horace?s tunes) to challenge and stretch your playing on these songs. A number of styles are represented and the rhythm section will help you make these tunes your own. Ma...

Don?t feel uncomfortable everytime someone calls a tune in an odd meter. At last, here is a thorough workout in odd time signatures, including 3/4, 5/4, 6/8, 11/4, and alternating time feels that will give you the confidence and proficiency to perform at your best. Make unusual time signatures feel as natural as 4/4. Andy Laverne, piano; John Goldsby, bass; John Riley, drums.

Intermediate level. Lennie?s reputation as a jazz and film composer, arranger, and jazz recording artist is second to none. His musical and playable style of writing has made his many solo/etude books among the most popular jazz books in the world. Lennie has personally assembled the songs for this play-a-long and added 9 new selections to create a wonderful set for all to enjoy. Lynne Arriale, piano; Tyrone Wheeler, bass; Steve Davis, drums.