Globetrotters for wind-Saxophone Globetrotters - B Flat Edition brings together twelve toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world-from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Cuban cha-cha-cha- for the budding saxophonist.This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions with supporting background information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation every piece includes tailored warm-ups and stylistic tips from the authors. With options for saxophone or piano accompaniment and an inspirational CD Globetrotters is the ultimate resource for aspiring musicians looking to gotravellin'.12 fun pieces in styles from around the worldSuitable for young saxophonists everywhere (2 years' playing experience/around Grade 2-4 standard)Range of styles including bossa nova klezmer township jazz Brazilian Bulgarian and GreekFascinating background information and tailored warm-upsIncludes saxophone accompaniments for a teacher or more experienced pupil and piano accompaniments with guitar chordsCD with performances and backings for every piece recorded by renowned world-music performers

an Introduction to jazz improvisation-In writing this book James Rae has drawn upon his extensive performing and teaching experience and presents in an accessible and straightforward manner a way in to the somewhat daunting area for the aspiring jazz musician - that of improvisation. Using the CD the player will feel immediately supported and in the right harmonic and stylistic environment for taking those first steps. Musical examples with the rhythm section backing of professional jazz musicians will help steer the player into the more liberated world of improvisation.