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This is the culmination of Jamey’s 30 years as one of the world’s leading jazz exponents. Volume 1 has unlocked the mysteries of jazz improv for a whole generation of musicians who previously had nowhere to turn.. Beginning/Intermediate. Easy to understand and inspiring for all musicians wishing to explore the secrets of jazz improv. CD includes blues in Bb and F, four dorian minor tracks, four-measure cadences, cycle of dominants, 24-measure song, II/V7 in all keys. Book includes transposed parts for all instruments. The CD includes Jamey playing exercises from the book. Hear the master clinician show you exactly how it's done!

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 melodies and is a natural follow-up to Volume 1 or Volume 21. Tempos are not fast. Presented in various keys with a variety of moods from slow to rock. Chords and scales are written in the staff for each track.

Beginning/Intermediate. The most important musical sequence in modern jazz! Contains all the needed scales and chords to each CD track and all are written in the staff. Contains 120 written patterns (transposed for all instruments) and 3 full pages of piano voicings that correspond to the CD. Contains a Scale Syllabus which allows you to find and use various substitute scales, just like professional musicians. CD contains 4 tracks of Jamey playing exercises in a 'call and response' fashion over an extended ii/V7/I progression that stays in one key at a comfortable tempo. Allows you to practice major, minor, dom. 7th, diminshed, whole tone, half-diminished, Lydian and dim. whole tone scales and chords.

Intermediate/Advanced. Contains the essence of modern music and is considered by most some of the most important music this century. A tremendous way to learn 10 songs by the master musician, Charlie Parker. All are well-known jazz standards essential for every jazz player. Blues, 'rhythm' changes, alternating latin/swing, fast, and standards are all in this outstanding collection. Learn from the master!

Intermediate/Advanced. These tunes represent a large portion of the jazz player’s vocabulary and all are considered jazz standards. Songs range from simple to complex, slow tempos to fast. The chord changes on several tunes are such that even the novice improviser can solo usiusing a single scale such as the blues or pentatonic, yet intermediate and advanced players will have plenty of challenge playing on the flowing and natural chord changes. Others present a greater challenge, with fast tempos, 3/4 time signatures and alternating grooves.

Intermediate/Advanced. This set can help raise your playing to a higher level of proficiency. Benny is one of the most popular jazz composers. This set was produced by Benny Golson, himself, in a New York studio with his own hand-picked musicians, so you know the feel and general approach is 100% authentic. Benny even counts off the tunes! There's no better way to learn these important jazz standards, inside and out!

Intermediate/Advanced. If you have been working on playing scales, chords, and harmony in general, this set is the next step towards getting your ears and fingers coordinated. This set is a continuation of Volume 3, but in much more depth. Features 23 CD tracks and most go through all 12 keys!

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' in all keys at comfortable tempos. Special tracks have Jamey Aebersold playing various exercises and soloing on his saxophone with actual cuts from Volume 24 so you can hear and see how to use this set. All exercises and sax solos on the demo tracks are transcribed and written out in the book! Pick a different key each day/week/practice.

Intermediate/Advanced. Lyrics included. The largest collection of standards in the series. This rhythm section has played extensively with jazz legend Phil Woods! RHYTHM SECTION IS: Hal Galper, Piano;Steve Gilmore, Bass; Bill Goodwin, Drums. INCLUDES: Speak Low; I Love You; September Song; Old Devil Moon; I Can't Get Started; The Party's Over; Foggy Day; Foolish Heart; Summertime; My Funny Valentine; My Favorite Things; Come Rain Or Come Shine; Our Love Is Here To Stay; I Could Write A Book; It Might As Well Be Spring; I've Grown Accustomed To Your Face; Have You Met Miss Jones

Intermediate/Advanced. These are tunes everyone has heard and every musician should know. The names of the composers and lyricists read like a musical Hall of Fame. 19 tunes from the cream of the golden age of songwriting in America. Lyrics included. Includes:Don't Blame Me; Blue Moon; Laura; On The Trail; Just Friends; Without A Song; Spring Is Here; Star Eyes; Invitation; Once In A While; Over The Rainbow; My Secret Love; No Greater Love; Stompin' At The Savoy; On Green Dolphin Street; You Stepped Out Of A Dream; I Left My Heart In San Francisco; The Shadow Of Your Smile.

Beginner/Intermediate. Here’s a great way to expand your blues playing in every key! Slow tempos for all levels of ability. Try playing some of the tougher keys without looking at the music and see just how fast your ear takes over. You’ll find yourself gaining confidence very quickly and that will greatly improve your soloing. Charlie Parker learned the Blues in all 12 keys before he learned anything else. Transposed for all instruments. Each key contains a different blues melody and two compatible chord/scale progressions.

All Levels. Sit back and let this exciting New York rhythm section take you on an exhilarating ride through these timeless jazz session favorites. Sultry ballads, exciting bossas, and finger snappin’ swing tunes at comfortable tempos makes this a welcome addition to anyone's musical library. Lyrics included. Includes: Autumn Leaves; S'posin; My Shining Hour; Tenderly; Witchcraft; After You've Gone; All Or Nothing At All; Stormy Weather; There Will Never Be Another You.

Beginning/Intermediate. Standards and “workouts” for making the transition from playing scales & chords. An excellent resource for beginning improv. Features slower tempos, easier changes, and specific tips on approaching soloing. Scales written for every chord change. Includes: Summertime; Bb Shuffle Blues; Impressions; Maiden Voyage; Watermelon Man; Doxy; Autumn Leaves; Solar Flair; Song For My Father; Cantaloupe Island; Satin Doll; Blues In F; Footprints; III/VI7/ii/V7 Progression. For more easy standards at easy tempos, see Volume 70 - Killer Joe.

Beginner/Intermediate. Similar to the popular Volume 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. Includes: Killer Joe; Blue Moon; Sweet Georgia Brown; Sugar; Misty; Stop-Time Blues; Girl From Ipanema; Bb New Orleans Blues; Mr. PC; You Stepped Out Of A Dream; Ladybird; Afternoon In Paris; 3/4 Blues

Intermediate. Great jazz musicians have long enjoyed playing and recording the great holiday classics. These songs have withstood the test of time and have gained widespread and timeless popularity for their ability to inspire a sense of warmth and nostalgia. Treat yourself to a priceless gift. Book includes lyrics. Includes: We Three Kings; Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas; Let It Snow; I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus; Santa Claus Is Coming; Silent Night; Sleigh Ride; Winter Wonderland; I'll Be Home For Christmas; Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer; Auld Lang Syne.

Intermediate/Advanced. By popular request, here we have world-famous works from the Bossa Nova’s greatest master, played with exceptional taste and sensitivity in an authentic, relaxed style with a nylon string acoustic guitar rhythm section. For bossa novas with a discreet 'jazz' flavour, check out Volume 31 'Bossa Novas.' Book includes lyrics. Includes: Once I Loved; Corcovado; Wave; So Danco Samba; Trista; O Grande Amor; Meditation; One Note Samba; Desafinado; How Insensitive; Girl From Ipanema; No More Blues

Intermediate/Advanced. A smooth blend of the songs written and recorded by the great alto innovator David Sanborn and his side-man Marcus Miller. State-of-the-art studio production techniques and authentic arrangements by keyboardist Georgy Whitte make this Play-A-Long a sweet change of pace. Includes: Snakes; Chicago Song; Corners; Imogene; Run For Cover; Straight To The Heart; Lisa; Hideaway; Full House; As We Speak

Intermediate/Advanced. 2 CDs and book. Cole porter was one of the greatest contributors to the Great American Songbook. Jazz players have embraced his compositions for their natural melodies, comfortable harmonies, and clever lyrics. Presented here is the most extensive play-a-long collection of his work ever produced! Includes: All Of You; At Long Last; Don't Fence Me In; Dream Dancing; Easy To Love; Ev'rything I Love; From This Moment On; Get Out Of Town; I Concentrate On You; I Get A Kick Out Of You; I Love You; I've Got You Under My Skin; In The Still Of The Night; It's Alright With Me; Just One Of Those Things; Love For Sale; Night And Day; So In Love; What Is This Thing Called Love; You Do Something To Me; You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To

Intermediate. More high energy, finger poppin’ favourites from the Hammond B-3 Organ of Hank Marr. Here, Hank and Steve come together again, swingin’ from note one and make each song a real thrill to play. Many of these standards are as well known as you’ll ever find. Increase your jazz repertoire and have a blast in the process. Slower learning tempos throughout. Includes: Four; Jeannine; Giant Steps; Confirmation; Nica's Dream; Tune Up; Oleo; Along Came Betty; Blues For Alice; Moments Notice; Stablemates; Moonlight In Vermont; Good Bait; Take The 'A' Train; Perdido; Bye Bye Blackbird; Mean To Me; Speak Low; But Not For Me; Fly Me To The Moon.

Intermediate/Advanced. 24 beautiful, well-known standards in keys comfortable for most female singers. The first class rhythm section plays each song with special sensitivity and with the singer in mind, includes intros that help orient the singer to the first melody note. Special stereo separation allows piano playing vocalists to eliminate the piano track and play/sing along with just bass and drums. Book includes lyrics written over the melody notes, piano cues, and chord changes in C (Note: this book does not contain transposed parts for Bb, Eb, or bass clef instruments like our other play-a-longs.). Includes: It Had To Be You; Misty; Time After Time; Stars Fell On Alabama; September In The Rain; I Cover The Waterfront; Days Of Wine And Roses; Stardust; But Not For Me; That's All; Summertime; My Funny Valentine; I Thought About You; Body And Soul; Alone Together; Skylark; Bye Bye Blackbird; ou Go To My Head; East Of The Sun; What's New; What Is This Thing Called Love; Fools Rush In; A Foggy Day; Love For Sale