Intermediate/Advanced. Andy LaVerne has quickly emerged on the scene as a leading jazz pianist and composer. His chord substitution style has been widely admired and carefully studied. This set offers a unique sampling of his personal favorites for you to learn and enjoy.Rhythm Section: Andy LaVerne[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. Since his days with Dave Brubeck in the 1980s, Jerry's influence as a modern jazz tenor man has been undeniable. Less well-known are his tasty compositions, presented here in this collection for your enjoyment. Jerry has recorded all these songs on various Double-Time Jazz CDs[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. 15 of the best jazz songs of the 60s and 70s by the legendary jazz giant Joe Henderson.Rhythm Section: Steve Allee (p); Tyrone Wheeler (b); Steve Davis (d)Includes:- Step Lightly- Recorda Me- Inner Urge- Out Of The Night- Black Narcissus- A Shade Of Jade- Isotope- Serenity- Ma[...]
Book and 4 CDs!!! 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 And[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. The organ play-a-longs have been some of our most popular. Staying in that tradition, this play-a-long features one of jazz's greatest B-3 players, Joey DeFrancesco, with his working trio groovin' on blues, standards, and originals. Features Organ, Guitar, and Drums. See ""Rel[...]
14 songs by the bop legend.Rhythm Section: Steve Allee (piano), Bill Moring (bass), Tim Horner (drums)Includes:Cool AidDriftingDutch MorningEddie's BluesHouse Of ChanJohnny HodgesLady JLew BlewSamba DuboisSuganThe Squire's ParlorThe Stanley StomperWaltz For A Lovely WifeWithout You[...]
Jazz favorites by the legendary Saxophonist/composer recorded by his trio.Rhythm Section: Jeb Patton (Piano); Ameen Saleem (Bass); Winard Harper (Drums)Includes:GeminiGingerbread BoyMona's MoodForever SonnyYou Or MeOne For JuanBasic BirksNew PictureCTAWithout You, No MeA Sound For Sore EarsThe Voice[...]
Another super-groove play-a-long featuring Joey with his trio accompanying you on Blues and some of the greatest standards ever written. Rhythm Section: Joey DeFrancesco (Organ); Paul Bollenback (Guitar); Byron Landham (Drums) Includes: Now's The Time Four On Six The More I See You Mercy, Mercy, M[...]
A wonderful collection of 13 original jazz songs by the masterful artist/composer Randy Brecker, comprising a wide variety of modern and straight-ahead styles. Book includes the lead line and harmony parts transposed for all instruments.Although notably most famous for his work as one-half of the Br[...]
Intermediate. All three rhythm section members have played with the Cannonball Adderley quartet, so you are getting it from the authentic source! Catchy melodies, bluesy riffs, and hip changes are the hallmark of this set. Find out what ""groovin'"" is really all about!Rhythm Section: Ronnie Mathews[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. This set can help raise your playing to a higher level of proficiency. Benny is one of the most popular jazz composers. This set was produced by Benny Golson, himself, in a New York studio with his own hand-picked musicians, so you know the feel and general approach is 100% au[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. Don't overlook this one! Work on these tunes and you will be on your way to learning much of the standard jazz repertoire harmonies and root movements. Chord progressions based on Stella by Starlight, Body and Soul, Cherokee, I'll Remember April, There Will Never Be Another Yo[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. This set is a challenger but is worth your every effort. With this set and Volumes 17 & 86, a total of 29 Horace Silver songs are at your disposal. Ron Carter and Al Foster have made numerous recordings with Horace Silver and know his music well. The tempos are faster and prov[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. If you are looking for something different, try this one! This set is unusual because it contains no ii/V7s. The tunes and chord progressions are not usually found in standard jazz songs. These songs are not typical Bebop tunes; they are a step in a new direction with a fresh [...]
Intermediate/Advanced. 8 Favorite jazz classics from one of the most innovative and influential jazz artists in history, the great John Coltrane. Includes the haunting ballad Naima. Coltrane's compositions explored many new frontiers and opened up new harmonic doors for all who followed. The crisp, [...]
Intermediate/Advanced. Now includes TAB parts in addition to "standard" music notation. All duets are written in C Concert with chord progressions transposed for Bb & Eb. Stereo separation allows you to switch off one channel and fill in the missing part. Melodies are written in duet form, followed [...]
Intermediate/Advanced. It has become standard practice today for the professional musician to play at least one Latin tune in each set for added interest and variety. This popular set contains 10 beautiful and popular Bossa Novas that jazz players have enjoyed for years, played with a distinct "jazz[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. 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. 19 tunes from the cream of the golden age of songwriting in America. Lyrics included.Rhythm Section: Hal Galper (p); Steve Gilmore (b);[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. 11 groovin' jazz masterpieces from the legendary Wes Montgomery and accompanied by a swingin' rhythm section in the style of his popular band. Wes' natural and effortless style is evident in each one of these soulful standards. Great fun for all musicians and wonderful additio[...]
Intermediate/Advanced. Tom has earned the reputation of one of New York's finest jazz trumpet players and is quickly becoming known for the refreshing style of composition. Here we have 12 of Tom's hand picked favorites representing a wide range of different styles and grooves. All are a unique blen[...]
Advanced. If you're ready for further challenges, try these slightly more difficult tunes in all 12 keys. Each tune begins with one chorus in the original key, and then moves through the other 11 keys. The tempos are moderate, but the real work-out begins when you start going through the various ""u[...]
Advanced. The popularity of Latin Jazz has been tremendous in recent years, and now this innovative Play-A-Long offers you these Charlie Parker originals in the Salsa/Latin Jazz style. This rhythmically unique treatment of Bird's bebop classics inspires whole new directions in your playing. A new wa[...]
Intermediate.12 tracks of the best music ever written. Songs represented here appeal to a variety of musical tastes. Jazz players have kept these tunes alive. From the lush, expressive ballads to the grooving, swinging standards, the appeal of these songs is world-wide. Book includes lyrics. Rhythm[...]
Intermediate. The rhythm section sparkles on this exciting collection of 12 of the world's most popular songs. You'll enjoy the variety and be impressed with the nice balance of old and new well-known selections. Outstanding harmonic variety throughout. Once you've played through this Play-A-Long se[...]
Intermediate. 12 jazz favorites by the world renowned composer, arranger, and saxophone recording artist, Oliver Nelson. Includes one tune by Leonard Feather. A variety of feels and time signatures with a cooking rhythm section. This is the chance for everyone to discover and enjoy Oliver Nelson's b[...]