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Welcome to the exciting world of jazz! This book will help you get start by introducing the important elements of jazz style and Improvisation. You'll also learn basic jazz theory and some highlights of the history of jazz.
The exercises and composition in this book can be played by a full jazz ensemble or individually with the CD. Listening to good jazz players is an extremely important way to learn, and playing along with the CD is an excellent way to hear how jazz is played. The full band arrangements in this book include "sample' improvised solos for study and reference. And remember…have fun playing Jazz!
About the Author: Mike Steinel is an internationally recognized jazz artist and educator. He has recorded with the Frank Mantooth Orchestra and the Chicago Jazz Quintet, and performed with a wide variety of jazz greats including Clark Terry, Jerry Bergonzi, Bill Evans, and Don Ellis. Since 1987, he has been a member of the jazz faculty at the University of North Texas where he teaches jazz improvisation and jazz pedagogy. He is the author of Building A Jazz Vocabulary (a jazz text) and numerous compositions for jazz ensemble. The University of North Texas pioneered jazz education when it instituted the first jazz degree program in 1947. Its flagship ensemble, the One O'clock Band, has toured four continents and has been the recipient of four Grammy nominations. Throughout its history UNT has produced a host of fine jazz talent. Alumni of the program can be found in all facets of jazz and commercial music.
Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.
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