Detailed school with jazz rhythm and phrasing, timing, improvisation, and more, for soprano and tenor, dt.

The saxophone is the quintessential jazz instrument, and there is a rich, exciting repertoire waiting to be discovered by newcomers. The Jazz Method for Saxophone shows instrumentalists of all ages the way from the first note to classic Monk, Parker, and Rollins themes; but it also covers jazz pieces by today's leading jazz musicians and composers. The book includes a play-along CD with 69 tracks. With a step-by-step introduction and pieces written specifically for this school, the basic elements of sound saxophone technique-breath control, tone formation, embouchure, tongue thrust, and fingerings-are explained along with the rhythmic subtleties of jazz music (for example, syncopated rhythms and eighth-note phrasing). Systematic study of scales, arpeggios, chord progressions, and ear training tips encourage the student to improvise from the beginning. Additional practical tips such as picking reeds, caring for the instrument, and a bibliography and discography make The Jazz Method for Saxophone an ideal companion for both students who want to learn on their own and those who take additional lessons with a teacher.