Written for a wide variety of musicians, 15 Easy Jazz, Blues and Funk Etudes will appeal to both the spiring player and to more experienced musicians. For the younger player, particular care is given to range, rhythmic figures and overall playability. The more accomplished musican will appreciate the high level of musicality, the lyrical compositions and the opportunities to improvise. The simple format: Bob Mintzer plays and demostrates easch etude with a stellar; Learn each etude; When ready, you play the etude withe the CD accompaniment. Each of Mintzer's 15 etudes focuses on the 'melodic groove' and is drawn from the jazz and blues tradition. Everything you need to play jazz, funk and blues is included in thes book and CD. All books are compatible so that they can be performed together. / Instruments en Mib / E-flat Instruments