An easy step-by-step method of learning to improvise. Simple transposition exercises and short, structured solos lead to controlled, confident improvisations. Improvise Microjazz can be dipped into or worked through in sequence. Chord symbols are used throughout, and each unit ends with a new Microjazz piece, providing the player with an opportunity to relax by playing some written out music with no decisions to make. Microjazz is the world famous series of pieces based on classical technique yet using popular contemporary styles such as jazz, blues, rock'n'roll and funk. Microjazz helps you develop musicianship and technique through the familiar sounds and styles of popular music. It is this unique combination of modern genres with traditional technique that has made Microjazz an international success with teachers and players, and one of the most widely used educational series ever published. New technology brings Microjazz alive and adds an exciting interactive dimension to practice and performance. Based on classical technique Microjazz is a great way to introduce rhythm and develop co-ordination skills whilst being fun for all ages and standards. A great motivator for the reluctant student and the pieces are equally effective on acoustic or electronic instruments. Content : Thoughtful Melody for Two Duet Train Blues Set Piece Picnic Piece Moving Along Young at Heart Misty Day Into the Night

New Edition 2012-18 pieces for Alto Saxophone and piano selected and edited by Peter Wastall now refreshed and repackaged to fulfil the needs of the next generation of musicians.Providing the perfect 'next step' for students reaching the end of Peter Wastall's award-winning Learn As You Play method books these collections of repertoire are ideally suited for students of Grade 3-5 standard.Each piece is now complemented by useful practice and performance tips. A newly-recorded CD of backing tracks is also included alongside the piano accompaniment.Content- A. Ilyinsky: Berceuse- R. Maltby: Heather on the Hill- F. Schubert: Serenade- J.S. Bach: Musette- W. Benson: Cantilena- A. Rubinstein: Melody- P. Harris: Foxtrot- H. Ferguson: Petit jeu- C. Evans: Sweet Corn- K.R. Cole: Hooligan Strain- A. Krori: Blue Funk- A. Ridout: Scherzo- C. Batton: A Lady in Blue- J. Gurewich: Czardas- P. Bouillon- A. Ktori: Soul-Track- C. Cowles: Myopic Mice- E. Wolf-Ferrari: Strimpellata

'Pale Blue Ballads' for alto or tenor saxophones with piano accompaniment. Separate parts are included for both Eb alto and Bb tenor saxophone.

Ballade for Alto Saxophone and Piano was composed in 1938 by the French composer Henri Tomasi (1901-1971). Introduced by a poem by Suzanne Mallard his wife Ballade is a 15-minute work that covers and alternates between different styles such as Andantino Guigue and Blues. The poem refers to a clown who claims his story to the night. It is a short poem of four verses composed with rhymes in A/B/A/B formation. Henri Tomasi who won the Grand Prix de Rome in 1927 also composed a variety of concertos for Alto Saxophone for Trumpet and for Trombone as well as some ballades.

Alto Saxophone and Piano. Par LOPEZ ALAIN. 'Blues aux cellules rythmiques simples et aux petits chromatismes ascendants et descendants. Cette pièce vous permettra surtout de vous familiariser avec le 'swing' qui sera soutenu par l'accompagnement du piano, imitant le trot du cheval. ' - Alain LOPEZ Une Pièce originale adaptée pour une audition ou un examen de fin de 1er Cycle B/ Répertoire / Saxophone Alto et Piano

After Hours comprises eight laid back jazzy pieces for E-flat Saxophone and Piano composed by Pam Wedgwood. Covering a variety of styles from cosy dinner jazz to wistful blues and more upbeat numbers this is the perfect way to wind down after a stressful day! The accompanying CD contains two tracks for each piece in this book: the first track is a full performance of the piece allowing you to hear how it should sound and be played; and the second is a recording of the backing only giving you the opportunity to play-along yourself without the need for an accompanist! The solo E-flat saxophone part is also included on a separate insert.Also for ABRSM examinations for Alto Sax grade 5.

Ragtime Swing Blues Latin Jazz Waltz Ballad Rock Folk Charleston & ShowtimeThis bumper anthology of James Rae's best for alto saxophone is a great resource for students of the saxophone and teachers. Most pieces are appearing here for the first time with CD.• Listen to James Rae's own performance of each piece before performing yourself with the enhanced accompaniment track • An inspiring standby resource covering a range of technical levels from early years of tuition to middle grades• Notes and style tips from James Rae • Looking for more to play? Each piece is a pointer to more titles available in the same style

For Alto Sax with CD easy to intermediate standardFun and catchy pieces in jazz latin funk blues ragtime and rock styles written to support technical development and learning.

Popular pieces arranged for easy with Piano accompaniment. In three sections - folk bluegrass country and blues/rags.

Inspirational works by black composers. This inspiring collection celebrating black composers has been selected and edited by the renowned saxophonist, YolanDa Brown. Suitable for intermediate-level alto saxophone with piano accompaniment, plus commentary from YolanDaand downloadable backing tracks./ Recueil / Saxophone Alto et Piano

'Classical Highlights' présente les pièces de performance les plus connus et les plus populaires du répertoire classique dans des arrangements pour saxophone et piano. La vaste sélection d'oeuvres permet d'accéder à des chefs-d'oeuvre classiques - de Handel et Bach par Schubert, Mendelssohn, Schumann et Wagner à Fauré, Elgar, Debussy et Satie. Tout le monde à la recherche d'un travail classique populaire pour enseigner ou d'effectuer des fins trouverez ici un petit bijou. / Saxophone Alto Et Piano