Alto Saxophone & Piano

SKU: ST.C498

Composed by Tom Harrison. Wind & brass music. Clifton Edition #C498. Published by Clifton Edition (ST.C498).

ISBN 9790570814985.

What if you found out that someone had left you a precious gift? Someone you had never met yet somehow felt like you had known forever. Wouldn’t you want the chance to thank them for it? It Was a Sound is a collection of music and stories inspired by the life and playing style of the great Johnny Hodges. Twelve original compositions for Alto Saxophone & Piano are paired with twelve short stories about Hodges, his life in jazz and his quirky way of being.

Through playing the music and reading the stories, music lovers will gain a deeper understanding of the roots of Jazz Music and its cultural legacy. You already owe something to Johnny Hodges, even if you do not yet realise it. This book is suitable for Alto Saxophone players of Grades 1-5 standard, with illustrations by Kareen Cox and a foreword by Julian Joseph OBE.

‘Tom has thoroughly researched the genius of Johnny Hodges and has opened a gateway that lets the reader explore and experience the artistry of the master saxophonist. Excellent work!’
–Jean Toussaint

‘Fabul ous quotes and thought-provoking questions. So informative, I love it.’
–Tony Kofi

‘A brilliant book which thoroughly captures the excellence of Hodges. With fitting musical examples aimed to inspire young musicians today, perhaps there will be another little Johnny Hodges in the making!’
–Camilla George.

By Charley Gerard. For Saxophone. Jazz. Sheet Music. 80 pages. Published by Music Sales. Teaches improvisation from the point of view of the sax player, utilizing theory as insight into playing. Chapters on modal playing, and special effects (multiphonics, microtones, etc.). Includes a complete chord chart.

By Johnny Hodges. Arranged by John Clayton. Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orch. Published by Hal Leonard.

Saxophone

SKU: BT.MUSAM23268

Composed by Charley Gerard. Tuition. Book Only. Composed 1992. 80 pages. Music Sales #MUSAM23268. Published by Music Sales (BT.MUSAM23268).

English.

For the saxophone player with little or no experience of improvising jazz. Contains examples and tunes in the styles of Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Johnny Hodges. Professional insights into chords, blues and special effectsare included.

By Duke Ellington And Johnny Hodges. Edited by Transcr. David Berger. Transcr. David Berger. For Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Essential Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Library. Swing. Level: 5 (Advanced / Difficult) (grade 5). Conductor Score. 20 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Band jazz band - Grade 3.5

SKU: KJ.ZB328

Composed by Kevin McElrath. Jazz Ensemble Signature Series. Jazz. Score and parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB328. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB328).

This period composition pays tribute to trumpeter Bubber Miley and alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges, both contributors to the legendary sound of the early Duke Ellington orchestra.

By Phil Woods. Edited by Jamey Aebersold. For any C, Eb, Bb, bass instrument or voice. Play-Along series with accompaniment CD. 14 songs by the bop legend. Book with CD. Published by Jamey Aebersold Jazz.

By Duke Ellington And Johnny Hodges. Edited by Transcr. David Berger. Transcr. David Berger. For Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Essential Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Library. Swing. Level: 5 (Advanced / Difficult) (grade 5). Conductor Score and Parts. 42 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.