A selection of classical melodies selected from the great works of Haydn Tchaikovsky and Franck alongside some popular folk tunes all arranged for Tenor Sax with Piano. The pieces are an ideal source of practice material featuring all kinds of moods and techniques from long flowing melodies to more staccato moments. An excellent selection for any early concert performances and festivals. Includes selections from the ABRSM Soprano and Tenor Saxophone examinations grades 1 and 2.

Improvisation - Musicianship - Techniques-These methods provide complete courses for players off all ages guiding students from their first note to 'classics' together with compositions by contemporary writers.Each book is accompanied by high quality rhythm section tracks recorded on compact disc. Right from the start students can enjoy authentic jazz sounds playing in the company of professionals.With step-by-step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces the fundamental elements of good technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage and is given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice onear-training and chord patterns. With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading and an Appendix containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes The Jazz Methods are ideally suited to both students working alone and those learning with a teacher.John O'Neill has a solid understanding of jazz and how it can be taught. I highly recommend his educational jazz materials. (Jamey Aebersold)...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library. (Lee Konitz international jazz saxophone soloist)The Saxophone is for many the instrument of jazz and there is an enormous and exciting repertoire waiting to be explored by newcomers to the instrument. The Jazz Method for Saxophone will guide beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the saxophone to the performance of full-blown jazz pieces including classics by Thelonious Monk Charlie Parker Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver as well as contributions from leading contemporary jazz players and composers. Backing for all the music-specially recorded for this method is provided on the accompanying CD so that right from the start student saxophonists can enjoy an authentic jazz sound playing in the company of a top-class rhythm section (bass guitar drums) used

Description This third transcription book focuses exclusively on Stan Getz's groundbreaking bossa nova recordings of the early to middle 1960s. Getz set a standard of excellence for the bossa nova that has yet to be equalled. Transcribed by Greg Fishman for Bflat Tenor Saxophone. Songlist Balanco No Samba (Street Dance) Chega De Saudade (No More Blues) Desafinado (1st And 2nd Version) Ebony Samba (1st And 2nd Version) Entre Amigo (Sympathy Between Friends) How Insensitive (Insensatez) Mania De Maria Melancolico Menina Flor One Note Samba (1st And 2nd Version) Only Trust Your Heart Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars (1st And 2nd Version) Samba De Duas Notas (Two Note Samba) Samba Dees Days Sambalero So Danco Samba (1st And 2nd Version) The Girl From Ipanema (Garota De Ipanema) Vivo Sonhando (Dreamer)

The celebrated and award-winning series continues with a selection of pieces in a wide range of styles and varieties chosen to give you a superb repertoire of music at an early stage.From well-known classical melodies andshowstoppers of the stage to jazz hits folk songs and film themes - the diversity of these accessible arrangements will provide vital early experience in all manner of performance styles. The music includes full accompanimentsfor Piano Keyboard or Guitar making this volume the perfect companion to A New Tune A Day Book 1. Furthermore a professionally produced audio CD packed with stunning recorded accompaniments and demonstrations willallow you to develop your confidence and skills at home as well as offering spectacular backing tracks for your showcase performances.Take your playing to a new level with this superb collection.Voted Best InShow at NAMM 2006 by Music Inc. Magazine.

Here is a fabulous collection of 15 arrangements by Michael Sweeney Peter Blair Jerry Nowak and John Berry. These are all proven winners from the acclaimed ?Discovery Jazz Series? and provide an economical source for quality and varied programming! As you can see from the list of titles there is no dead wood here! Includes: April in Paris Blues Machine Georgia on My Mind Harlem Nocturne I Heard It through the Grapevine It Don't Mean a Thing Mission: Impossible Theme Mood Indigo Moten Swing On Broadway Rock Around the Clock A String of Pearls T.W.A. (Trumpets with Attitude) Tangerine and Tequila.

This book presents an interpretation of Klezmer music as it was recordedin the U.S.A. in the early 20th century. The principal stylistic influenceshave been the 78rpm recordings of two great pioneer clarinetists: NaftuleBrandwein and Dave Tarras. The second volume contains 12 Klezmerpieces with chord symbols. / Saxophone en Bb (S/T)

Internationally renowned authors musicians and recording artists Frank Villafranca and Andrew D. Gordon have composed a collection of grooves and melodies in the Smooth Jazz Genre creating an exciting supplemental jazz study series for beginner intermediate and advanced jazz students and musicians. The smooth jazz grooves in this 46 page book feature a variety of contemporary rhythm section styles including R

Chaque dispositif est conçu pour s'adapter de façon appropriée les niveaux indiqués- signatures clés, des plages de notes, le phrasé et les articulations ont été soigneusement examinés et clairement identifiés. Les modalités de cette série sont entièrement compatibles entre eux et peuvent être jouées ensemble ou solos. Le CD fourni contient deux pistes de performance et les pistes d'accompagnement. / Saxophone Tenor

Instrumental Play-Along-Ahoy mateys! Join Captain Jack Will Turner and Elizabeth on their adventures in the Caribbean! 16 pieces from this swashbuckling blockbuster are arranged so you can play along with great accompaniment tracks.