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| ARCOLOGY - PAUL CHAMBERS SOLOS VOL. 2
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No reviews | ARCOLOGY: Paul Chambers Solos Vol 2' Book of Transcriptions. Fifty pages of arco bass solos from the great Paul Chambers with bowing markings included. Transcribed by Jim Stinnett. 63 pages. Written in standard notation. (NO TAB)
 
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| BASS NOTES
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No reviews | Transcriptions and bass lines played by John Goldsby from play-a-long recordings Volumes 41, 48 and 55.
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| BEYOND TIME AND CHANGES: A MUSICIAN'S GUIDE TO FREE JAZZ IMPROVISATION
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No reviews | In Beyond Time and Changes, acclaimed jazz trombonist, pianist, composer, arranger, teacher and author Hal Crook offers a methodology to guide the advancing improviser through the un-chartered musical territory known as free jazz.
Beyond Time and Changes shows improvisers how to prepare for soloing and comping in free settings by exploring the issues of musical accuracy, musicality and continuity (motive development) on form, and then reveals how to create structure and order within free settings by using the known to navigate the unknown. With the aid of lucid explanations, concise musical examples, practical exercises, solo transcriptions and a compelling demonstration CD featuring 17 performances by the author and a stellar rhythm section, Beyond Time and Changes solves the mystery long associated with how to make free improvisation make sense—without losing your freedom in the process.
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| BLUES RIFFS - VOLUME 1
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No reviews | Written by John Racina. Easy to read and fun to use, this book provides young or beginning musicians with a wealth of blues licks to acclimate their ears to the 'blues' sound. Examples are written in both bass and treble clef (no Tab). Spiral bound. 68 pages.
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| CHARLIE PARKER OMNIBOOK - BASS CLEF
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No reviews | Sixty solos such as Moose the Mooch, Ornithology and Anthropology, transcribed by Jamey Aebersold and Ken Slone. A cross section of the music of Charlie Parker. Spiral-bound, with chord symbols, metronome markings, record information, and practice suggestions. 142 pages. Written in Standard Notation. NO TAB.
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| COMPOSITIONS FOR BASS-BY TYRONE BROWN
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No reviews | A collection of hip musical compositions by award-winning bassist Tyrone Brown. Compositions for Bass offers 10 pieces in various grooves including Swing, Latin and odd meters. The companion CD has Mr. Brown performing each piece - eight on acoustic bass and two on acoustic bass guitar. The pieces are also playable on electric bass guitar. Some tunes are suitable for solos or duets. The solo from each piece is also transcribed. Written in standard notation (no TAB). 39 pages.
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| CREATING JAZZ BASS LINES
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No reviews | Creating Jazz Bass Lines demonstrates creating and hearing jazz bass lines to give your playing a smoother and more natural sound. In this book the process of walking a bass line is demystified. A fundamental approach which is used by all great players is explored in depth.
Solid walking lines will get you work and that is the goal of this book. Topics include: Blues, II V I, Substitute Chords, Jazz piano voicings, 2-Beat, etc.
48 pages. Written in standard notation. (NO TAB)
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| EFFORTLESS MASTERY - DVD
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No reviews | This DVD features noted pianist/author Kenny Werner speaking before a packed house of musicians and educators about the principles of his popular concept, 'Effortless Mastery.' The book/CD by the same name has had a profound impact on THOUSANDS of musicians all around the world, allowing them to reconnect with the joy of playing music at any level. Listen in as he explains and expands upon the material in the popular book. Inspiring and insightful.
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| EFFORTLESS MASTERY-BOOK/CD
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 | Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within is a book for any musician who finds themselves having reached a plateau in their development. Werner, a masterful jazz pianist in his own right, uses his own life story and experiences to explore the barriers to creativity and mastery of music, and in the process reveals that 'Mastery is available to everyone,' providing practical, detailed ways to move towards greater confidence and proficiency in any endeavor. While Werner is a musician, the concepts presented are for every profession or life-style where there is a need for free-flowing, effortless thinking. Includes audio CD of meditations narrated by Kenny to help the musician reach a place of relaxed focus.
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| FUNK GROOVES - WORKSHOP FOR BASS
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No reviews | by Fernando Martinez. Includes a play-along CD, practicing concepts, groove transcriptions, practical exercises, and invaluable advice. Learn to become a great 'groove' player. Bilingual text - Spanish/English. Written in standard notation. (NO TAB) 90 pages.
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| HOW TO COMP
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No reviews | This book/CD set presents a clear, comprehensive, one-step-at-a-time method for learning how to accompany an improvised jazz solo. As a sequel to Hal Crook’s text 'How to Improvise', 'How to Comp' offers precise explanations, practical exercises, recorded musical examples, four play-along tracks, and daily practice routines. 'How to Comp' organizes a vast amount of information that helped to make the author’s previous work 'a major contribution to jazz pedagogy'. 'How to Comp' is primarily for intermediate through advanced level players of harmonic instruments, e.g. piano (keyboard), guitar and vibraphone. However, drummers, bassists and horn players can also benefit from its study. Written in standard notation only (no TAB). Includes audio CD. 176 pages.
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| HOW TO IMPROVISE - AN APPROACH TO PRACTICING IMPROVISATION
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No reviews | What exactly are the steps that lead to ability? In which order should they been taken? What will be required to master each one? These are questions the author has explored in this book, resulting in a rather unique 'one-thing-at-a-time' approach to studying improvisation - one that incorporates discipline, technique, creativity and musical intuition. Each topic is explained and demonstrated using written musical examples and it is accompanied by suggested exercises and a sample daily practice schedule, which can be modified to fit your own needs or liking. Written by Hal Crook, this book has been used by the Performance Studies Department of the Berklee College of Music in Boston for teaching improvisation since September 1988. Written in standard notation only (no TAB). Includes 2 audio CDs. 186 pages.
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| JAMEY ABERSOLD PLAY ALONG BOOK AND 2 CDs-VOL. 115 RON CARTER
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No reviews | For ALL instruments. Includes 2 CDs, each with a different mix. One CD has a mix without the bassist, allowing the student bassist to 'sit in.' This play-a-long is the first of its kind to feature both piano and guitar accompaniment. Ron performs his best original music with his working quartet. Many of these songs have been performed on classic jazz albums. This is a TIGHT group. Recorded in New York. 58 pages. Written in standard notation (NO TAB).
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| JAMEY ABERSOLD PLAY ALONG-VOL. 12 DUKE ELLINGTON-BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Ron Carter bass lines. This is your chance to get ALL of the bass lines from the popular play-a-long 'Vol. 12 Duke Ellington!' Here you will find Ron's bass lines to many of the most well-known standards ever written, including Satin Doll, Take The A Train, and others (See 'Volume 12 Duke Ellington' below for complete contents.)
Lines are written in bass clef with chord symbols above each measure. There is no better way to learn the art of professional bass lines than to study the work of a master, the legendary Ron Carter. 19 pages. Written in standard notation (NO TAB).
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| JAMEY ABERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 114 'GOOD TIME'
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No reviews | For all instrumentalists wishing to improve their 'time', sharpen their harmonic awareness, or just experiment with different rhythm section configurations. The best way to develop 'good time' is to play with musicians who have good time; musicians like Adam Nussbaum and Jay Anderson. This 4-CD SET includes 15 play-a-long tracks of various tempos and styles based on the changes to well-known standards.
CD #1 is a split track with bass on one channel and drums on the other.
CD #2 is Bass Only on both channels.
CD #3 is Drums Only on both channels.
CD #4 is Piano on both channels, bass on the left, and drums on the right. 81 pages. Written in standard notation. NO TAB
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| JAMEY ABERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 12 DUKE ELLINGTON
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No reviews | Intermediate. Some of the most famous jazz standards in the world from rich, lush ballads to crisp and light swing tunes that every jobbing musician should know. An inspiring way to practice. A great gift for any musician wanting to learn standards, or who plays just for fun! Duke Ellington has probably single-handedly influenced more music and musicians than any other jazz legend. 57 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 01
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No reviews | ALL NEW, REVISED 6th EDITION.
The culmination of Jamey's 40 years as one of the world's leading jazz exponents, Volume 1 has unlocked the mysteries of jazz improvisation for a whole generation of musicians who previously had nowhere to turn for competent rhythm sections and accurate instruction. 103 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 1 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 01 & 03 'JAZZ: HOW TO PLAY AND IMPROVISE & II/V7/I PROGRESSION' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 1 "JAZZ: How to Play and Improvise" and Vol. 3 "II/V7/I Progression" - featuring the great jazz bassist Rufus Reid. For All musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances. Then, using the special stereo separation on all of our Play-A-Long recordings, switch the bassist off and play along by yourself with just the piano and drums! This book (like all the Aebersold bass line transcription books) is a great study in professional bass line construction, and is a natural companion to the Aebersold Play-A-Longs. Combo instructors can use this book to give their bass students instant, professional bass lines. Includes notes in bass clef with chord symbols above each measure.
An absolutely essential introduction method for every bass player wishing to learn the art of professional bass walking. Two Volumes of Bass Lines in one book! 80 minutes of written Jazz bass lines! Written in standard notation (no TAB). 58 pages.
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 03 'II/V7/I PROGRESSION'
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No reviews | Intermediate level. Probably the most important musical sequence in modern jazz! A must for all aspiring jazz players. Book contains all the needed scales and chords to each of the recorded tracks. These are written in the staff. Contains 120 written patterns that can be played with the various tracks on the recording, also includes three full pages of piano voicings that correspond to the tracks on the recording. 84 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 3 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 06 'ALL BIRD'
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No reviews | Intermediate/advanced level. This set contains the essence of modern music and is considered by most musicians to be some of the most important music of this century. Bebop is the music of the future! Ten Charlie Parker songs that truly represent the Bebop Era. This is truly a bebop rhythm section and they make the songs sing! This is a tremendous way to learn ten songs by the master musician, Charlie Parker. 40 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 6 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 06 'ALL BIRD' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 6 'All Bird' featuring Ron Carter. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances. 19 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 6
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 15 'PAYIN' DUES'
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No reviews | If you work on these tunes and chord progressions (which are based on standard chord progressions) you will be on your way to learning much of the standard jazz repertoire harmonies and root movements. 40 pages and includes an audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 15 'PAYIN' DUES' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | This book (like all the Aebersold bass line transcription books) is a great study in professional bass line construction, and is a natural companion to the Aebersold Play-A-Longs. Combo instructors can use this book to give their bass students instant, professional bass lines. Includes notes in bass clef with chord symbols above each measure. 25 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 24 'MAJOR & MINOR'
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No reviews | For all instrumentalists and vocalists. CDs contain 30 extended tracks of recorded background. Great primer for learning basic skills in major and minor keys. Advanced players will want to work on 'double-timing', playing 'outside' and 'side-slipping' in all keys at comfortable tempos. 79 pages and includes 2 audio CDs. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 25 'ALL-TIME FAVORITES'
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No reviews | Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. With 17 tunes, this is the largest collection of standards in any one play-a-long set. 68 pages and includes 2 audio CDs. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 25 'ALL-TIME FAVORITES' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | This book (like all the Aebersold bass line transcription books) is a great study in professional bass line construction, and is a natural companion to the Aebersold Play-A-Longs. Combo instructors can use this book to give their bass students instant, professional bass lines. Includes notes in bass clef with chord symbols above each measure. 38 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 26 'THE SCALE SYLLABUS'
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No reviews | For all levels, instrumentalists & vocalists. Hear David Liebman solo over every scale listed in the Scale Syllabus. He solos on two versions of each scale: the first is slow and simple, and the second is more complex and fast. Stereo separation allows you to practice and improvise too! David is on one channel and Jamey is on the other. An excellent list of piano voicings are included. 24 pages and includes 2 audio CDs. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 34 'JAM SESSION'
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No reviews | Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. These are tunes everyone has heard and every musician should know. The names of the composers and lyricists read like a musical Hall of Fame. Nineteen tunes from the cream of the golden age of songwriting in America. You’ll find there’s “No Greater Love” in your play-a-long collection! RELATED PUBLICATIONS: “Steve Gilmore ‘Jam Session’ Bass lines.”
Rhythm section includes Hal Galper, piano; Steve Gilmore, bass; Bill Goodwin, drums. 68 pages and includes 2 audtio CDs. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 34 'JAM SESSION' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 34 'Jam Session' - featuring Steve Gilmore is for All musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances.... 38 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 35 'CEDAR WALTON'
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No reviews | Intermediate/advanced level. Jam with this all-star rhythm section on nine fresh, original tunes by the great Cedar Walton - with Cedar on piano! Many of these tunes are well on their way to becoming jazz “standards.” Don’t overlook this one! Several tunes have Cedar’s own harmony parts as used on his original recordings!
The rhythm section includes Cedar on piano, Ron Carter on bass and Billy Higgins on drums. 42 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Play Along Vol. 35 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 35 - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 35 'Cedar Walton' - featuring Ron Carter is for all musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances.... 25 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 37 'SAMMY NESTICO'
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No reviews | All levels. Lyrics included. Sammy Nestico’s charts have probably been played by more high school, college and professional big bands than anyone else’s. Here’s your chance to become intimately familiar with these tunes. This long-awaited volume will permit more thorough use of “sectional” time as well as allowing individuals to “woodshed” on their own parts and solos. Discover how well these work as combo tunes.
The rhythm section includes Dan Haerle, piano; Todd Coolman, bass; and Ed Soph, drums. 68 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Play Along Vol. 37 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 37 'SAMMY NESTICO' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 37 'Sammy Nestico' - featuring Todd Coolman is for all musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances.... 16 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 42 'BLUES IN ALL KEYS'
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No reviews | Here’s a great way to expand your blues playing in every key. And, it’s real fun, too! These are slow tempos and are for all levels of ability. Try playing some of the tougher keys without looking at the music and see just how fast your ear takes over. You’ll find yourself gaining confidence very quickly and that confidence will greatly improve your soloing. 60 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 42 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 42 'BLUES IN ALL KEYS' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 42 'Blues In All Keys' featuring Bob Cranshaw. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances. 31 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 42
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 54
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No reviews | Beginning/intermediate level. 11 essential jazz standards and 3 important “workout” tracks for the student ready to make the transition from playing scales, chords and exercises to playing popular jazz standards. Excellent reference material that can be used as a resource for beginning improvisation . . . actual tunes instead of exercises! Features slower tempos and easier changes. Each selection includes it’s own specific tips and suggestions on how to approach soloing over it. Scales are written out for every chord change. A wide variety of related publications (see below) make this the perfect jazz improvisation method for High School and College music directors. 63 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 54 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 54 'MAIDEN VOYAGE' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 54 'Maiden Voyage' featuring Tyrone Wheeler. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances.... 28 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 70 'KILLER JOE'
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No reviews | Groovin’ Standards for the Beginning/Intermediate Improvisor. Similar to the popular Vol. 54 “(Maiden Voyage”, this volume again meets the needs of the up-and-coming jazz player who is ready to make the transition from scales and chords to improvising on real standard chord changes. The selections feature slower tempos and easier changes and each has a great feel that makes improvising easier. 52 pages and includes audio CD. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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Play Along Vol. 70 Bass Transcriptions
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| JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONG VOL. 70 'KILLER JOE' - BASS LINE TRANSCRIPTIONS
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No reviews | Complete bass line transcription book from Vol. 70 'Killer Joe' featuring Tyrone Wheeler. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances. 37 pages. Written in standard notation (no tab).
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| JAZZ BOWING TECHNIQUES FOR THE IMPROVISING BASSIST
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No reviews | Newly Revised! Includes added material and CD with exercises, play-along tunes and demos.
A complete approach to improvising arco jazz with step-by-step instructions, exercises, and diagrams. Transcriptions of Slam Stewart, Jimmy Blanton, Paul Chambers, Eddie Gomez, and John Goldsby. Includes compositions by and for famous bass players. Written in standard notation (no TAB). Audio CD now included. 77 pages. Highly recommended!
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