Jazz

Complete Jerry Hahn Method for Jazz Guitar MB 99116BCD

This jazz guitar book is a compilation of three books formerly published as Volume 1 - Scales and Exercises, Volume 2 - Patterns and Solos and Volume 3 - Improvisation Course and Chord Studies. This comprehensive edition covers all of the facets of jazz guitar study including all of the primary scales and arpeggios in five positions. There are several exercises to help increase technical facility including an excellent cross-picking exercise. Also there is a large single line section that includes jazz vocabulary and ideas to be played over certain chords and progressions. Learning and memorizing these single line studies expands the student's improvisational concepts and technique. The chord section includes the primary chord forms found in jazz and contemporary music as well as examples of turn-arounds, variations on twelve bar blues, and modal comping. The harmonized bass line section has four chord studies in a Freddie Green style. The Improvisation Course is a unique systematic approach to teaching improvisation. It consists of four lessons that has the student write out solos (with out an instrument) utilizing certain rules. The material in this book will provide a solid foundation for the aspiring jazz guitar student and has been used as the primary text for the jazz guitar programs at Portland State University and Wichita State University.

Contemporary Mallet Method - Book MB 99634

by Jerry Tachoir

This text provides the newcomer to the vibraphone or marimba with valuable information on many of the basic mallet techniques. In addition, it provides a clear understanding of beginning jazz theory and offers some excellent musical exercises. This book is intended for those keyboard-mallet percussionists who have an interest in four-mallet playing. This often neglected technique allows the percussionist to play more complicated music, and often makes the execution of musical passages easier and clearer than playing with only two mallets. Except for chapter 5 on vibraphone dampening, this book and the techniques it offers can be applied to all of the mallet instruments.

Count Basie - Jazz Casual - Video MB 2582

Series: Jazz Casual

On this edition of Jazz Casual, Mr. Basie performs in a quartet context. The casually attired, chain-smoking legend improvises on the spot and reminisces with producer/host Ralph Gleason. He shows you a side of himself that completes the picture of one of the godfathers of jazz. As always, the heartbeat of the Basie organization, Freddie Green, is by his side. A collection of rare moments, indeed.

DELUXE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GUITAR CHORD PROGRESSIONS BOOK/CD SET MB 93416BCD

Johnny Rector has been recognized for years as one of America's top jazz guitar writers. Here, for the first time, he presents an analysis of modern chord progressions, extensions, alternations, substitutions and a "hands-on" series of exercises designed to utilize and apply these important concepts to the guitar fingerboard. This book was written as a self-study guide to the intermediate, advanced and professional guitarist who has not had the opportunity to study material of this kind with a first-class competent teacher-artist, although such a teacher can be of great assistance in learning to apply the material. It shows unusual chord forms and progressions beyond the basics. Written in standard notation

DETOUR AHEAD - AN AFTERNOON WITH HERB ELLIS MB 13083DVD

DVD

Taking its title from Herb Ellis' most famous composition, Detour Ahead chronicles the life and music of the famed jazz guitarist. From his birth in Farmersville, Texas and his early days playing rhythm in the big bands of Jimmy Dorsey and Glen Gray to his innovative work with groups like the Soft Winds, Detour Ahead covers every major step of the guitarist's life. Muh attention is given to his groundbreaking work with the Oscar Peterson Trio of the 1950s, his days with Ella Fitzgerald, his work with the Great Guitars, and his many friends in jazz. On-camera interviews include Ray Brown, Charlie Byrd, Benny Golson, Benny Green, Al Grey, Lionel Hampton, Gene Harris, Jon Hendricks and Hank Jones. Along with modern interviews, Detour Ahead features never-before-seen home movies from jazz's golden age of Herb on tour with Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald and others. Running time: 60 minutes

Dizzy Gillespie - Jazz Casual - Video MB 2586

Series: Jazz Casual

Dizzy had some of the most musically exiciting and entertaining quintets of the '60s and '70s. The edition of the Dizzy Gillespie Quintet, seen here features Dizzy on trumpet, Lalo Schifrin on piano, Leo Wright on sax, Chuck Lampkin on drums and Bob Cunningham on bass. The usually ebullient Mr. Gillespie is rather reserved here, but as always his playing is stunning. He would continue to play well into the '90s, but his middle-period work, as captured in this Jazz Casual episode, is remembered fondly by many as some of his most important and enjoyable.

DROP-2 CONCEPT FOR GUITAR MB 98181

Drop-2 chord forms have been used by guitarists in all musical genres for years. The concept refers to 4-way, closed voicings in root position or any inversion, dropping the second note from the top by 1 octave, hence the term "drop-2". In practice, a nifty guitar harmonic symmetry occurs as drop-2 chords are invariably played on any four successive strings, muting or avoiding the remaining 2 strings. This collection will open up a new world of harmonic possibilities for the beginning to intermediate guitarists, and will shore up the basics and provide added harmonic visualization for the advanced player. Chapter on comping the chord soloing applications are also included. Written in notation and tablature.

Duke Ellington - Memories of Duke - Video MB 50187

MEMORIES OF DUKE is a loving tribute capturing the Duke & his band on their 1968 Mexican tour, filmed at Mexico City's Palacio De Bellas Artes as well as in Guadalajara. Historic scenes from early films and interviews with Cootie Williams and Russell Procope provide counterpoint to this classic jazz delight. 85 minutes. Color and black and white

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley Bass Clef Edition MB 99869BCD

Bass Clef Edition

Many of the devices and techniques used by "Cannonball" Adderley are covered in this text. In addition to the theory chapters, many melodic lines and phrases in the style of "Cannonball" Adderley are presented. All the lines have been transposed into one key and grouped by the harmonic background they can be played against. The accompanying play-along CD enables the students to first practice the material in one key, and then master each line in all twelve keys, working around the circle of fourths.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley C Instruments MB 99866BCD

C Instruments Edition

Many of the devices and techniques used by "Cannonball" Adderley are covered in this text. In addition to the theory chapters, many melodic lines and phrases in the style of "Cannonball" Adderley are presented. All the lines have been transposed into one key and grouped by the harmonic background they can be played against. The accompanying play-along CD enables the students to first practice the material in one key, and then master each line in all twelve keys, working around the circle of fourths.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley Guitar Edition MB 99865BCD

Guitar Edition

Many of the devices and techniques used by "Cannonball" Adderley are covered in this text. In addition to the theory chapters, many melodic lines and phrases in the style of "Cannonball" Adderley are presented. All the lines have been transposed into one key and grouped by the harmonic background they can be played against. The accompanying play-along CD enables to students to first practice the material in one key, and then master each line in all twelve keys, working around the circle of fourths.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley, B-Flat Instruments Edition MB 99867BCD

Many of the devices and techniques used by "Cannonball" Adderley are covered in this text. In addition to the theory chapters, many melodic lines and phrases in the style of "Cannonball" Adderley are presented. All the lines have been transposed into one key and grouped by the harmonic background they can be played against. The accompanying play-along CD enables to students to first practice the material in one key, and then master each line in all twelve keys, working around the circle of fourths.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley, C Instruments Edition MB 99866BCD

Many of the devices and techniques used by "Cannonball" Adderley are covered in this text. In addition to the theory chapters, many melodic lines and phrases in the style of "Cannonball" Adderley are presented. All the lines have been transposed into one key and grouped by the harmonic background they can be played against. The accompanying play-along CD enables the students to first practice the material in one key, and then master each line in all twelve keys, working around the circle of fourths.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker, Bass Edition MB 21240BCD

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Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style, grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions, turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys, each section of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented, further ensuring their mastery.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker, B-Flat Edition MB 99649BCD

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Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style, grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions, turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys, each section of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented, further ensuring their mastery.
Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker, E-Flat Edition MB 99647BCD

Book/CD Set by Corey Christiansen

Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style, grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions, turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys, each section of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented, further ensuring their mastery.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker, Guitar Edition MB 99641BCD

Book/CD Set by Corey Christiansen - Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style, grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Students will learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions, turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks. To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys, each sectin of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates around the circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented, further ensuring their mastery.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Clifford Brown, Bass Clef Edition MB 20017BCD

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Clifford Brown was one of the most influential jazz trumpeters and was a true master of jazz. His fantastic tone, time, feel and command of the jazz language have been inspiring jazz musicians on all instruments for decades. This book breaks down many of the one and two-bar phrases played by Clifford and helps students apply them to their own playing. Lines played over minor, dominant, and major chords as well as short, long and minor ii-V material can be mastered by practicing with the accompanying play-along CD. Chapters on Guide Tones, Bebop Scales, Targeting, and Playing the Upper-Structure will help students analyze and memorize the lines presented in the book. There is also a chapter with further insight in Clifford’s style which discusses his phrasing as well as other musical devices he used to get his sound. A must have for aspiring students wanting the master the jazz language.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Clifford Brown, C Edition MB 20018BCD

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Clifford Brown was one of the most influential jazz trumpeters and was a true master of jazz. His fantastic tone, time, feel and command of the jazz language have been inspiring jazz musicians on all instruments for decades. This book breaks down many of the one and two-bar phrases played by Clifford and helps students apply them to their own playing. Lines played over minor, dominant, and major chords as well as short, long and minor ii-V material can be mastered by practicing with the accompanying play-along CD. Chapters on Guide Tones, Bebop Scales, Targeting, and Playing the Upper-Structure will help students analyze and memorize the lines presented in the book. There is also a chapter with further insight in Clifford’s style which discusses his phrasing as well as other musical devices he used to get his sound. A must have for aspiring students wanting the master the jazz language.

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Joe Pass for Guitar MB 99560BCD

Book/CD Set by Corey Christiansen

Presents hundreds of improvised melodic lines played by Joe Pass. Each of the melodic lines are grouped in the harmonic situation in which they were originally played (i.e. all minor lines are presented together and all dominant seventh lines are presented together, etc). The companion play along CD has a "live" rhythm section playing single chord vamps as well as vamps covering all twelve keys for each harmonic situation. An etude over the changes to Satin Doll shows how to apply the various lines and create improvised solos.