I ordered this book/CD to get back into jazz after a 10-year break from playing. It only includes the music; there is no theory or practice sections. So if you know how to play already, this is the jazz book for you. Very well known selections from favorites such as Ellington and Gillespie. The recording is high-quality and includes tuning tracks for both B-flat and A instruments. The only thing left out in my eyes were descriptions of different keys for soloing. That's where improv theory books and practice, practice, practice comes in! Great for intermediate-level players. Note ranges all the way from a select few low G's to one or two high A's, though most of the music is written in a manageable low C to mid C. Enjoy!
I love this collection of tunes. You can sit down and play the classics. The arrangements are very good representations of the originals. If you pull up classic recordings of these tunes online you can often just play along. The selections are easy enough to play with a moderate level of musicianship with your horn. Ranges up to the top of the staff are typical so you don't need a screaming high end to play these classics.
Son,7 yrs on trumpet 17 yrs old. Took a look at it, he said "Night in Tunisia!! We sat and played the CD and he sight read the music. The disc locked in the rythmn. He could follow almost all the melodies and where he couldnt, I was able to sing the lead parts for him to get it,you know, the feel. This would be a great book for an intermediate w/ about 4 to 5 yrs solid exp. and good sight reading skills. Fun Stuff
Book and CD were as advertised. Solo part can be removed with balance control. Fun standards to play along with.
For our trumpet playing 16 year old son...he plays out of it for fun. Likes it ok....not familiar with all the songs but it stretches him some!! Good variety!
love this book! couldn't find my old copy of it so had to repurchase. great book. it arrived quickly from the seller and at a great price! thanks!
some songs are just right for intermidia player but some are a little advance and you might need help from a teacher if you are not a the level.
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