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Beginning/Intermediate. 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.

Advanced level. This set contains 9 original songs written by Jamey Aebersold and Dan Haerle. The songs are a challenge but are well worth the effort because they present problems you will encounter when playing jazz tunes. Each tune has the melody and the chord/scale progression written out for all instruments (transposed parts).

Beginner/Intermediate. This is your chance! Take the techniques and theory you’ve learned from Volumes 1, 21, 24, 2 & 3 and apply them to a real playing situation on comfortable tunes. A great volume to use when making the transition from learning scales and chords to actually playing melodies and chord progressions. Eight songs written in the style of the great standards. Book contains suggestions for soloing on each tune and a Scale Syllabus.

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. 8 jazz originals written by Miles Davis, many recorded twice with one slower track for easier learning, and another track at a common performance tempo. A unique way to learn 8 of the most popular songs of the 50s. Most are considered jazz classics becaubecause most musicians have learned them, and all are interesting vehicles for improvising. The interesting chord changes, altered bridges, and logical melodies have been quoted in many compositions throughout the music world. Gain an insight into early Miles and gain an understanding of the transitional bop to post-bop period.

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. These tunes will become jazz standards. 8 beautiful songs written by Woody Shaw which are a departure from the typical Bebop jazz melodies and chord progres-sions. The styles and tune formulae represented are Bossa Nova, Waltz, minor blues, alternating bossa/swing and latin/swing, slow and fast. These songs are a welcome departure from typical bebop and swing tunes and are sure to inspire fresh ideas.

Intermediate/Advanced. This set is a sleeper! A pioneer in jazz pedagogy, a prolific writer, and one of the finest jazz educators in the world, David Baker has written 8 tunes which contain a wide variety of styles and tempos. Truly performance level material, yet designed to address the needs of advancing improvisers. Challenges in swing, rock, bossa, waltz, slow groove, and ballad.

Beginning/Intermediate. Contains much variety; rock, modal, and swing. 8 songs written by Herbie Hancock that range from the funky “Watermelon Man” to the modal “Maiden Voyage.” Beginners will find tunes containing only 3 or 4 chords at relaxed tempos. Intermediate players will enjoy a variety of styles to choose from and advanced players can get into unusual changes and faster tempos. This, like Volumes 5, 17, 54, and 70, is another great 'transitional' set to take you from learning scales and chords to actually improvising on real jazz standards.

Intermediate. Some of the most famous jazz standards in the world from rich, lush ballads to crisp and light swing tunes that every jobbing musician should know. An inspiring way to practice. A great gift for any musician wanting to learn standards, or who plays just for fun! Duke Ellington has probably single-handedly influenced more music and musicians than any other jazz legend.

Intermediate. The rhythm section really takes charge and points the way which makes each track really swing. All three rhythm section members have played with the Cannonball Adderley quartet, so you are getting it from the authentic source! Catchy melodies, bluesy riffs, and hip changes are the hallmark of this set. Find out what 'groovin'' is really all about!

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. Don't overlook this one! Work on these tunes and you will be on your way to learning much of the standard jazz repertoire harmonies and root movements. Chord progressions based on Stella by Starlight, Body and Soul, Cherokee, I'll Remember April, There Will Never Be Another You, What Is This Thing Called Love, It's You Or No One, and The Song Is You with original melodies written by Jamey Aebersold.

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!

Beginning/Intermediate. This set contains some of Horace's most famous songs. Tempos are all slow to medium and musical styles & grooves represented include slow 2-beat, rock blues, lush ballad, 32 bar shuffle, bossa and swing. Many of these can be heard on Horace's break-through albums of the 60s and 70s with Joe Henderson, J.J. Johnson, and Woody Shaw.

Intermediate/Advanced. This set is a challenger but is worth your every effort. With this set and Volumes 17 & 86, a total of 29 Horace Silver songs are at your disposal. Ron Carter and Al Foster have made numerous recordings with Horace Silver and know his music well. The tempos are faster and provide the type of workout that any aspiring musician should welcome. The tremendous feel of the first class rhythm section lifts your playing to new levels, making even the most difficult tunes managable. Recorded the same day as Volume 17

Intermediate/Advanced. If you are looking for something different, try this one! This set is unusual because it contains no ii/V7s. The tunes and chord progressions are not usually found in standard jazz songs. These songs are not typical Bebop tunes; they are a step in a new direction with a fresh sound. Recorded after the rhythm section had just worked a week at the Village Vanguard in New York City, so each song on this CD is tight and intense!

Intermediate. A great way to study bebop! This outstanding set includes transcribed solos written and played by Jimmy on the guitar. Used for play along purposes, the special demo track has Jimmy soloing with the rhythm section and playing all 10 solos from the book. A NEW CONCEPT in transcribed solos; you actually see and hear what is played on the demo track. Chord progressions are based on standards and Jimmy has written solos over them.

For all musicians regardless of ability! If you you use this set with Volume 1, you will have a solid foundation to meet any new challenge. This set covers major, minor (dorian, harmonic and melodic), dominant 7th, half-diminished, lydian and sus. 4. It also has a very slow blues in F and one in Bb. 31 different tracks with a lot of variety! CD tracks have been recently extended to allow more practice time without interuption.

Intermediate/Advanced. Lyrics included. Our first set of jazz and popular standards that players have always enjoyed recording and improvising on. A stellar representation of American popular music that will offer years of enjoyment for all musicians. You need to know these songs.

Intermediate/Advanced. Lyrics included. 12 more great standards to choose from. A complete, balanced set of well-known songs that work as well for a wedding and other professional engagements as they do for a jazz jam session. A fun, no pressure way of learning these important songs, so you'll always be ready for any occasion.

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

For all levels, instrumentalists & vocalists. Hear David Liebman solo over every scale listed in the Scale Syllabus. He solos on two versions of each scale: the first is slow and simple, and the second is more complex and fast. Stereo separation allows you to practice and improvise too! David is on one channel and Jamey is on the other. An excellent list of piano voicings are included.

Intermediate/Advanced. 8 Favorite jazz classics from one of the most innovative and influential jazz artists in history, the great John Coltrane. Includes the haunting ballad Naima. Coltrane's compositions explored many new frontiers and opened up new harmonic doors for all who followed. The crisp, tight rhythm section adds much enjoyment to this unique Play-A-Long.

Intermediate/Advanced. 8 more classic compositions for all musicians wishing to find out what 'it's all about.' Includes the historical 'Giant Steps.' Coltrane could also 'cook' on a simple straight-ahead blues, as evidenced in this set. The rhythm section provides the perfect rhythmic feel for each tune and weaves a beautiful harmonic fabric for you to play along with.

Intermediate/Advanced. Now includes TAB parts in addition to 'standard' music notation. All duets are written in C Concert with chord progressions transposed for Bb & Eb. Stereo separation al- lows you to switch off one channel and fill in the missing part. Melodies are written in duet form, followed by Jimmy comping on one channel and soloing on the other. Drummers and Bassists this is for you! There are no other instruments on the CD. Play with the CD in stereo, then separate the channels. Horn players will want to solo while Jimmy accompanies. 10 original tunes based on standard chord progressions in a variety of feels and time signatures. Jimmy's improvised solos are available as a supplemental book

Designed for ALL rhythm section players and teachers. Listen as you would any jazz recording as the melody is played in and out, solo, comp., and trade '4s'. Tremendous tool for teachers; allows isolation and careful study of each instrument’s role with definitive chapters in the booklet. Includes piano & guitar voicings, transcribed bass lines, and outstanding drum info. Includes transcribed solos by Haerle, Petersen, and Coolman. Our first Play-A-Long where the drummer can be turned off and students can trade 4s and 8s with the pros (Vol. 30B only). Vol. 30A is for Keyboardists/Guitarists; Vol. 30B is for Bassists/Drummers.

Designed for ALL rhythm section players and teachers. Listen as you would any jazz recording as the melody is played in and out, solo, comp., and trade '4s'. Tremendous tool for teachers; allows isolation and careful study of each instrument’s role with definitive chapters in the booklet. Includes piano & guitar voicings, transcribed bass lines, and outstanding drum info. Includes transcribed solos by Haerle, Petersen, and Coolman. Our first Play-A-Long where the drummer can be turned off and students can trade 4s and 8s with the pros (Vol. 30B only). Vol. 30A is for Keyboardists/Guitarists; Vol. 30B is for Bassists/Drummers

Intermediate/Advanced. It has become standard practice today for the professional musician to play at least one Latin tune in each set for added interest and variety. This popular set contains 10 beautiful and popular Bossa Novas that jazz players have enjoyed for years, played with a distinct 'jazz flair' that adds energy and excitment. Complete with melody, chords, and lyrics. Transposed parts for all instruments. These songs, with their crisp, clean, tropical flavor, always seem to find a way of warming up cold practice rooms on a cold day. For meditative and truly authentic 'Brazilian' styled Bossa Novas, see play-a-long Volume 98 'Antonio Carlos Jobim'

Intermediate/Advanced. He who commands the ballad will command the audience! Here are 8 soulful ballads enjoyed by both musicians and listeners for years. Ballads have always been a challenge to play, but when you hear the right changes played with great feeling by this outstanding rhythm section you'll agree that learning these songs is made much easier. Melodies, chords, and lyrics are included. Transposed parts for all instruments. An excellent learning package for either beginner or pro! Give this one as a gift! Includes: Lover Man; Soul Eyes; Chelsea Bridge; Skylark; Lush Life; You've Changed; Ballad Blues; You Don't Know What Love Is.

Intermediate/Advanced. Wayne Shorter has been voted best composer in Down Beat polls for years. Here is a collection of some his most famous songs from the 60s and 70s. Contains some of the finest melodic and harmonic vehicles used in the Miles Davis and Art Blakey bands of which Wayne was a part of for many years. Experience for yourself Wayne's impressive compositional genius. Includes: Infant Eyes; Virgo; Witch Hunt; Miyako; Footprints; Wild Flower; E.S.P.; Yes & No; Nefertiti; Juju; Speak No Evil; Adam's Apple; Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum; Night Dreamer; Black Nile; Children Of The Night; This Is For Albert; El Gaucho.

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.

Intermediate/Advanced. Jam with this all-star rhythm section on 9 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. Includes: Cedar's Blues; Fantasy In D; Bolivia; Midnight Waltz; Clockwise; Hand In Glove; Firm Roots; Ojos De Rojo; Maestro

Intermediate/Advanced. Includes 8 tunes by a variety of jazz greats that have been recorded on many records in the past 40 years and songs by Jamey in the same style. If you listen to jazz records, you’ve heard these tunes. Composers represented here include such “heavies” as Tadd Dameron, Thelonious Monk, Ray Brown, and Tommy Flanagan. Smokin' rhythm section keeps you inspired from the first note to the last! Learn and enjoy these great tunes. Includes: Ladybird; Freight Trane; Robbin's Nest; Ruby My Dear; Theme For Ernie; Ray's Idea; I Mean You; Hipster.

All levels. Sammy Nestico’s charts have been played by more high school, college, and professional big bands than anyone else’s. Here’s your chance to become intimately familiar with these tunes. This long awaited volume will permit more thorough use of “section-al” time as well as allowing individuals to 'woodshed' on their own parts and solos. Discover how well these work as combo tunes. Includes: Switch In Time; Samantha; Hay Burner; Wind Machine; Basie-Straight Ahead; Lonely Street; Warm Breeze; Ya Gotta Try; 88 Basie Street.

Intermediate/Advanced. 15 jazz favorites recorded on one of the finest jazz labels. Captures the spirit, sound, and soul of the Blue Note era; a variety of tunes spanning the entire spectrum of a “standard” jazz player’s bag. Composers include John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Stanley Turrentine, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson, Chick Corea, and more! Includes selected written harmony parts. Includes: Recorda-Me; El Toro; One For Daddy-O; Blue Train; Shirley; Lazy Bird; Inner Urge; Moment's Notice; Locomotion; Isotope; Home At Last; Marie Antoinette; Crisis; Ceora; Chick's Tune; and more!

All levels. 8 time-tested standards span over 75 years of American popular music and all are favorites with every prominent big band and combo from the 20s to the 40s. Artists as diverse as Eubie Blake and Coltrane have enjoyed and performed these classics in their style; proof of their unending flexibility and popularity. Includes: Oh Lady Be Good; Blue Room; Avalon; Poor Butterfly; Indian Summer; Bye Bye Blackbird; Sweet Georgia Brown; Too Marvelous For Words