{"title":"Introduction to Jazz","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese books were written for musicians who are new to jazz but serious about learning it the right way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're a beginning student, a classroom teacher, or a classically trained player transitioning into improvisation, these titles give you everything you need to build a solid foundation and start expressing yourself. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey cover all the essentials - chord changes, scales, rhythm, listening, and ensemble playing - with practical exercises and clear explanations. Created by world-class educators, these books make jazz approachable and achievable. Start your jazz journey with books that truly make a difference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-perdido","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - Perdido","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Simple Changes to Confident Walking: Mastering “Perdido” in Every Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBob Sinicrope's super-useful beginning bass method series continues by showing how to use his approach on the jazz standard \"Perdido.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictor Wooten and Rufus Reid, among many others, recommend that every bass student absorb Bob's approach to developing a solid foundation in walking bass lines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe simple chord changes of \"Perdido\" is the perfect place to start learning how to walk a coherent bass line through standards. See a sample of the book below. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book includes: Tab for beginning electric bassists, backing tracks, detailed explanations of each concept, how to deepen your groove and much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercises include concepts of approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, and forward motion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to detailed explanations of each concept, plus how to practice, playing with spirit, how to deepen your groove and much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB included for beginning electric bassists. Range limited to high C (1st 5 frets for electric players).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSpiral-bound, 87 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Perdido_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781923411\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Perdido) - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Perdido_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781923411\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Perdido) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Perdido_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781923411\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Perdido) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercise #1 (page 25)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Perdido_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781923411\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Perdido) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercise #2 (page 34)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Perdido_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781923411\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Perdido) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercise #3 (page 73)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplementary Content Links Page: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/9798992226317-links.php\"\u003ePerdido Links Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I have known Bob Sinicrope for at least 50 years. I have observed how consistent and passionate he is about playing the bass, teaching what the bassist needs to do to be musically successful. His book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is quite thorough and will teach the user to be an excellent bassist\/musician\/listener!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz bassist\/composer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bob Sinicrope's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e book is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach makes it not only highly educational but also enjoyable.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bassist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBob Sinicrope is a renowned jazz educator who founded the Milton Academy Jazz Program in 1974. Originally a math teacher, he switched to jazz education, inspired by his studies and collaborations with jazz greats. Sinicrope's teaching focuses on classic jazz recordings, guiding students in tribute concerts and performances at prestigious venues. Internationally recognized for his clinics and contributions to jazz literature, he is in the DownBeat Hall of Fame for Jazz Education. Bob is an active bassist in the Boston area and leads the music groups The World Leaders and SoundsGlobal. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bob Sinicrope's Official Website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174798782655,"sku":"259","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174798815423,"sku":"e259","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-perdido-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648675"},{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-c-minor-blues","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - C Minor Blues","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe most helpful beginner’s guide to walking bass lines ever published! A 'must-have' for both teachers and students!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach exercise introduces one new advancement to help you learn how to create your own bass lines. The book progresses step-by-step from simply playing roots, all the way up to complete blues choruses in the style of 18 bass legends - from ‘Pops’ Foster to Ron Carter!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose from four different, professionally recorded backing tracks: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. piano, drums | 2. guitar, drums | 3. Hammond B3 organ, drums | 4. drums only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercises include concepts of approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, and forward motion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to detailed explanations of each concept, plus how to practice, playing with spirit, how to deepen your groove and much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB included for beginning electric bassists. Range limited to high C (1st 5 frets for electric players).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll three of these books have a similar approach but beginning bassists will greatly benefit by going through all three of them, since the Blues is a foundational structure and needs to be learned and practiced in multiple keys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the student has absorbed the three books based on the Blues, then the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/books-by-bob-sinicrope\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction Series by Bob Sinicrope\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eother books in this series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e should follow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bob Sinicrope's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e book is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach makes it not only highly educational but also enjoyable.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bassist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I have known Bob Sinicrope for at least 50 years. I have observed how consistent and passionate he is about playing the bass, teaching what the bassist needs to do to be musically successful. His book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is quite thorough and will teach the user to be an excellent bassist\/musician\/listener!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz bassist\/composer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBob Sinicrope is a renowned jazz educator who founded the Milton Academy Jazz Program in 1974. Originally a math teacher, he switched to jazz education, inspired by his studies and collaborations with jazz greats. Sinicrope's teaching focuses on classic jazz recordings, guiding students in tribute concerts and performances at prestigious venues. Internationally recognized for his clinics and contributions to jazz literature, he is in the DownBeat Hall of Fame for Jazz Education. Bob is an active bassist in the Boston area and leads the music groups The World Leaders and SoundsGlobal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174926381247,"sku":"256","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174926414015,"sku":"e256","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-c-minor-blues-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648738"},{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-bb-blues","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - Bb Blues","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-766ee243-7fff-7f3a-948b-9acbb3217dc2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most helpful beginner’s guide to walking bass lines ever published! A 'must-have' for both teachers and students!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom-20\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach exercise introduces one new advancement to help you learn how to create your own bass lines. The book progresses step-by-step from simply playing roots, all the way up to complete blues choruses in the style of 18 bass legends - from ‘Pops’ Foster to Ron Carter!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose from four different, professionally recorded backing tracks: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. piano, drums | 2. guitar, drums | 3. Hammond B3 organ, drums | 4. drums only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercises include concepts of approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, and forward motion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to detailed explanations of each concept, plus how to practice, playing with spirit, how to deepen your groove and much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB included for beginning electric bassists. Range limited to high C (1st 5 frets for electric players).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll three of these books have a similar approach but beginning bassists will greatly benefit by going through all three of them, since the Blues is a foundational structure and needs to be learned and practiced in multiple keys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the student has absorbed the three books based on the Blues, then the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/books-by-bob-sinicrope\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction Series by Bob Sinicrope\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eother books in this series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e should follow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-5f3feced-7fff-ccd1-8de8-fac4cacdac09\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"magazine-news\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eOne of our finest bass educators, Bob Sinicrope has written a clear method for creating and mastering jazz walking bass lines. Using his vast historical knowledge, Bob guides the student through step-by-step practice and discovery methods to create musically and theoretically perfect walking bass lines. I heartily recommend this book for both students and teachers.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— John Goldsby\u003c\/b\u003e, bassist - WDR Big Band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Bob Sinicrope's\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebook is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach makes it not only highly educational but also enjoyable.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/b\u003e, bassist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"I have known Bob Sinicrope for at least 50 years. I have observed how consistent and passionate he is about playing the bass, teaching what the bassist needs to do to be musically successful. His book,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/em\u003e, is quite thorough and will teach the user to be an excellent bassist\/musician\/listener!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/b\u003e, jazz bassist\/composer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Bob Sinicrope presented this unique and effective teaching approach to creating walking bass lines many times at the Jamey Aebersold Summer Workshop. The ideas presented herein will help bassists create their own functional bass lines. I highly recommend this book.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Lynn Seaton\u003c\/b\u003e, bassist, recording artist, Fulbright Scholar and Regents Professor at the University of North Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"blockquote-grey\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBob Sinicrope is a renowned jazz educator who founded the Milton Academy Jazz Program in 1974. Originally a math teacher, he switched to jazz education, inspired by his studies and collaborations with jazz greats. Sinicrope's teaching focuses on classic jazz recordings, guiding students in tribute concerts and performances at prestigious venues. Internationally recognized for his clinics and contributions to jazz literature, he is in the DownBeat Hall of Fame for Jazz Education. Bob is an active bassist in the Boston area and leads the music groups The World Leaders and SoundsGlobal.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174925037759,"sku":"253","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174925070527,"sku":"e253","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-bb-blues-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648757"},{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-f-blues","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - F Blues","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Most Helpful Beginner’s Guide to Walking Bass Lines Ever Published\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA must-have resource for aspiring jazz bassists and music educators alike — this book walks you through every step of constructing authentic, swinging bass lines from the ground up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"An amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines.\" - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning jazz bassists — upright or electric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusic teachers seeking a structured, proven curriculum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-taught players needing a strong foundation in jazz bass theory and groove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the Book Includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgressive exercises that introduce one new concept at a time — from root notes to full walking bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete blues choruses in the style of 18 jazz bass legends, from “Pops” Foster to Ron Carter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally recorded backing tracks in four different tempos and styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB included for electric bassists, with note range limited to high C (perfect for players using the first 5 frets)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques like approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, and rhythmic propulsion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep practice guidance on feel, groove, and creative development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to construct strong, logical, and swinging bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe art of forward motion in jazz accompaniment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential stylistic elements of historical jazz bassists — and how to apply them to your own playing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA systematic method for internalizing the fundamentals of walking bass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking bass is the heartbeat of jazz — and this book makes it accessible to students of all backgrounds. Whether you’re preparing for your first combo rehearsal or teaching a middle\/high school jazz band, this is the clearest and most musically grounded entry point available today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 67 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_F_Blues_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781918498\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (F Blues) - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_F_Blues_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781918499\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (F Blues) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 2 #8 - Add the 5th Summary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_F_Blues_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781918498\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (F Blues) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 3 #6 - Add the 3rd Enclosure to the 3rd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_F_Blues_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781918498\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (F Blues) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 7 #8 - in the style of Paul Chambers and Ron Carter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Tracks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780991077335-1.mp3?v=1783021258\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction - F Blues - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eF Blues Piano, Drums (no bass)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780991077335-2.mp3?v=1783021258\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction - F Blues - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eF Blues Guitar, Drums (no bass)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780991077335-4.mp3?v=1783021258\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction - F Blues - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eF Blues B3 Organ, Drums (no bass)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780991077335-3.mp3?v=1783021258\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction - F Blues - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eF Blues drums only\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174909964479,"sku":"249","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174909997247,"sku":"e249","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-f-blues-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648720"},{"product_id":"introduction-to-the-conga-drum-dvd","title":"Introduction to the Conga Drum DVD","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"covers\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"images-flat\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor beginners, and drummers needing a solid foundation in conga technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor years this has been the gold-standard conga drum instructional DVD, because it is the most thorough and comprehensive. 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People can learn the real conga technique from this DVD.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Jorge Alabe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Spiro is the consummate conga player.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— David Garibaldi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“A great percussionist and educator.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Ignacio Berroa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“A great musician\/teacher who's earned his stripes.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John Santos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichael Spiro is known throughout the world as one of Latin music's finest percussionists. He has performed with some of the all-time greats of Afro-Cuban music, including Cachao, Eddie Palmieri, and Changuito, and has also performed with the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, David Byrne, McCoy Tyner, Carlos Santana, Gilberto Gil, and Toninho Horta. A Grammy-nominated recording artist and producer, Michael has been recorded on literally thousands of CDs. He is also the author of Sher Music Co.'s \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conga-drummers-guidebook\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Conga Drummer's Guidebook\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Conga Drummer's Guidebook\u003c\/a\u003e and was a long-time Professor of Music at Indiana University.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Physical DVD","offer_id":44174880997567,"sku":"175","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital DVD (MP4)","offer_id":44174881030335,"sku":"e175","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_the_Conga_Drum_DVD_Cover.jpg?v=1745479795"},{"product_id":"walking-bassics-the-fundamentals-of-jazz-bass-playing","title":"Walking Bassics: The Fundamentals of Jazz Bass Playing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Rock-Solid Walking Bass Lines From the Ground Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndorsed by Eddie Gomez, Jimmy Haslip, John Goldsby, Ben Allison, etc., \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bassics: The Fundamentals of Jazz Bass Playing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the best method books focusing exclusively on how to create authentic-sounding walking bass lines. It is designed for beginning jazz players, and anyone wanting a solid foundation for learning jazz bass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book contains detailed discussions of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four crucial principles of walking bass line construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to always make good note choices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTips on creating good time feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dozen additional intermediate walking bass techniques, for once the basics have been mastered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe audio download has Ed Fuqua and his swinging NY rhythm section playing simple blues and standard tunes, \u003cstrong\u003eplus the bass tracks can be turned off for play-along use\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalking Bassics\u003c\/em\u003e also includes transcriptions of every note Ed plays on the CD download for you to analyze, play-along with, and use to build a vocabulary of walking bass lines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 50 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Walking Bassics - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bassics_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781916449\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Walking Bassics - Sample Pages\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bassics_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781916449\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5-6\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Walking Bassics - Sample Pages\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bassics_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781916449\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e17-18\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Audio: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217504-01.mp3?v=1783020685\" title=\"Walking Bassics - Sample Audio Track\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack #1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217504-10.mp3?v=1783020685\" title=\"Walking Bassics - Sample Audio Track\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack #10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Thoughtfully conceived, informative, concise, and organized with the needs of the young musician in mind.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Eddie Gomez\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Provides the aspiring jazz bassist with a thorough guide to walking bass lines. This is an in-depth look at the heart and soul of jazz bass playing.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John Goldsby \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Music is all about group interplay and most accomplished modern improvisers see a performance as a conversation. This book gives beginning musicians some of the basic tools they need to get into that kind of conversation on a deep level.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Ben Allison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I found this book to be a really well-planned, in-depth and articulate study of the walking bass concept. I recommend this book for those who are searching for the right answers on how to create a strong, solid and confident walking bass line. I am now personally excited to schedule \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bassics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into my own study rotation.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Jimmy Haslip \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I call the bass line the bass melody. It is a really important area for all bass players to dig deep into. Ed Fuqua's book is an important addition to the jazz pedagogy for bass players. I highly recommend it.” \u003cbr\u003e— Mel Graves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174867628223,"sku":"165","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174867660991,"sku":"e165","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bassics_The_Fundamentals_of_Jazz_Bass_Playing.jpg?v=1745479791"},{"product_id":"rhythm-first-a-beginners-guide-to-jazz-improvisation","title":"Rhythm First: A Beginner's Guide to Jazz Improvisation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first book to teach students to start soloing using rhythms instead of scales and chords.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"star2\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat aspect of music is the foundation of everything else? Rhythm, of course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore there were any set melodies or songs, people played rhythms. With this in mind, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e builds students’ ability to improvise from the bottom up. This book is classroom-friendly and is a perfect introduction to jazz for younger musicians. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a step-by-step fashion, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e increases the student's library of rhythmic figures and has them playing along with the accompanying CD download to get the sound and feel of jazz soloing under their fingers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMelodically, the book starts with playing simple rhythmic figures on any note, then on the tonic of the F blues scale, followed by the tonic and one other note. Over the course of the book, it progresses to show how and when to use three kinds of blues scales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e method is more fun, and therefore more successful in getting kids starting to improvise than any other approach. This is a must-have resource for any school band program!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Few Ways to Use This Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a teaching guidebook for beginning improvisers, even as young as elementary school (9 or 10 years old with about a year of playing experience).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a player in a middle school, junior high or high school jazz band who has never tried to improvise can get started soloing easily with concrete steps to build solos that sound good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you can already improvise a solo but find all your solos sounding the same, this book will help you listen for more than just \"the right notes\" and create solos with rhythmic and melodic interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/em\u003e can be used by professional musicians or teachers who have had limited jazz playing experience, but need to teach beginner jazz improvisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Classically\" trained musicians teaching themselves swing feel, jazz rhythm reading, and improvisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven accomplished players in other genres who are just looking for fresh ideas can find useful, challenging ideas here to stimulate creativity and add rhythmic vitality to their solos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a free CD download with both play-along and demonstration tracks!\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 103 pages, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Rhythm_First_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781832795\" title=\"Rhythm First! - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Rhythm_First_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781832795\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Rhythm_First_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781832795\" title=\"Rhythm First! - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-Beat Figures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Rhythm_First_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781832794\" title=\"Rhythm First! - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eF (Concert) Minor Blues Scale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Rhythm_First_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781832794\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Audio: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217865-8.mp3?v=1783019986\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rhythm First: A Beginner's Guide to Jazz Improvisation - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 8\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217865-11.mp3?v=1783019986\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rhythm First: A Beginner's Guide to Jazz Improvisation - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 11\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217865-14.mp3?v=1783019987\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rhythm First: A Beginner's Guide to Jazz Improvisation - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 14\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements from Music Teachers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a much needed resource for the developing jazz ensemble. The concept of creating improvisation from a rhythmic starting point is what has been missing from the jazz literature until now! Tom skillfully crafts this book to meet this need in a way that is sequential, musical and entertaining. The audio tracks are terrific and fun to play along to. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhythm First!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e also strengthens students' rhythmic vocabulary which not only prepares students for soloing but for chart reading as well. Every school should have this book as a dietary supplement to inspire and develop their students' skills.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Chris Colaneri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Director of Columbia Middle School Concert Band and Jazz Band, Berkeley Heights, NJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I really appreciate the idea of a book about rhythm in improvisation. The idea of students having a set group of rhythms to build on is great. I especially find chapter 14 useful. It is tough sometimes to get kids to improvise, they don't know what to think about. To give them an extended list that they can have in front of them is priceless. There are so many ways I can incorporate this into my program. Thank you for taking the time to put this all down and share it with everyone.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Tracy Walsh DeRagon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Music Coordinator, K-12 Ballston Spa (NY) Central School District\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTom Kamp is a versatile musician known for his skills in trombone, teaching, and composition. He serves as a band director for Berkeley Heights Public Schools in New Jersey and has over 30 years of private teaching experience, specializing in low brass and jazz improvisation. Career highlights include performances at Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and Birdland jazz club, as well as unique gigs like playing with the Woody Herman Orchestra and backing the Temptations and the Four Tops. 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If you’ve ever struggled to identify changes, follow bass movement, or trust what you’re hearing, then \u003cem\u003eThe “Real Easy” Ear Training Book\u003c\/em\u003e by Roberta Radley is your step-by-step solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for musicians of all instruments and experience levels, this is one of the most comprehensive and practical guides to hearing chord changes ever published. Rather than treating ear training as abstract theory, Professor Radley makes it real by using musical examples drawn from pop, rock, Latin, fusion, and jazz — showing you exactly how to apply harmonic listening skills to your own playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll Learn to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hear the bass line, the foundation of harmony, in major keys\u003cbr\u003e• Add recognition of major and minor diatonic triads\u003cbr\u003e• Use melody notes as harmonic clues\u003cbr\u003e• Identify seventh chords\u003cbr\u003e• Explore minor key harmony\u003cbr\u003e• Recognize common non-diatonic chord patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll immediately begin applying these skills through:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hundreds of dictation and transcription exercises\u003cbr\u003e• Practice routines for playing, singing, memorizing, and transposing chord progressions\u003cbr\u003e• Composition and arranging exercises based on real harmonic patterns\u003cbr\u003e• References to more than 150 songs for practical listening work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAlso includes a 2-CD download to help guide you through the exercises, available for free on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/audio-downloads\" title=\"Audio Download Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehe book covers both beginning and intermediate levels and can be used independently, with a teacher, or in classroom settings. Music teachers will find it invaluable as either a complete ear training curriculum or a powerful supplement to existing lesson plans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiral-bound, 168 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Ear_Training_Book_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781825714\" title=\"The Real Easy Ear Training Book - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Ear_Training_Book_-_Sample_Pages.pdf?v=1781825713\" title=\"The Real Easy Ear Training Book - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSample Pages\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Audio: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/188321761X-19.mp3?v=1783019650\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Ear Training Book - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 19\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/188321761X-20.mp3?v=1783019649\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Ear Training Book - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack, 20\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/188321761X-39.mp3?v=1783019650\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Ear Training Book - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 39\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“I highly recommend this book to all who are seriously interested in improving all aspects of ear training.”\u003cbr\u003e— Walter Beasley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Roberta's book is a valuable tool for hearing changes - she is thorough and methodical, leading the student through the path of hearing harmony and chord progressions.”\u003cbr\u003e— Luciana Souza\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoberta Radley was the Assistant Chair of the Ear Training department at Berklee College of Music. 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Each era starts with a page or two of the historical context so that the songs that follow are approached with an authentic feeling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs jazz educators our job is; a) to expose our kids to the wide world of jazz; b) to help them to enjoy learning how to improvise; and c) to help them discover the particular kind of jazz that will inspire them the most. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fake book will help you achieve all three of these goals more than any other single publication available! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ve included easy, but timeless, tunes from all eras: Trad Jazz,The Swing Era, Classic Bebop, West Coast Jazz, The Blue Note Era, Contemporary Jazz, “Groove” Jazz, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Jazz.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Page 2 of each tune includes all the information you might need to write out for you students as a band director: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScales for Soloing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiano Voicings \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete chorus of a Sample Bass Line \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar Diagrams, and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEducational material developed in conjunction with Stanford Jazz Workshop. It works!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach era includes both beginning and intermediate level tunes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures 5-10 tunes from each historical era of jazz. The wide variety of styles included means that every jazz combo will be able to find exactly the material that fits their needs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate horn harmonies parts for some of the Trad Jazz tunes (to give that authentic Dixieland feeling) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany extras — like sample drum grooves, sample comping patterns, a Mark Levine essay on using scales and chords, a complete discography, great photos, etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTune selection includes a generous helping of “non-swing” tunes to help younger players gain a foothold into jazz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe short histories in front of each section describe each era and its musical innovations, in addition to discussing the contributions of each era to the evolution of the music. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe end result is a multi-dimensional teaching tool that will keep band directors and their students smiling all year long!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 200 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_3_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781825095\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 3 - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_3_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781825094\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 3 - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Blue Note Era\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_3_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781825094\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 3 - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBill Bailey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_3_-_Sample_Page_3.pdf?v=1781825094\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 3 - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLinda Chicana\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This is exactly what I have been looking for for 35 years. This is great stuff - instant jazz combo! The results we have gotten from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e already are fabulous and suddenly lots of kids are not afraid of jazz and improvisation anymore. Thank you!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John Herdan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has become the backbone of our jazz program. One obvious benefit is collecting tunes of a similar difficulty level at a price that students can afford. Even more important is the format. The facing page of supplementary materials gives the students the tools they need when they need them. This semester's introductory jazz class achieved a much higher level than in any previous year. I credit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for that!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Will Parsons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I cannot begin to tell you how perfect these books have been. I use the more difficult songs for my high school students, and have my 5th and 6th-graders play \"St. James Infirmary\" and \"When The Saints Go Marching In.\" The scales make soloing a much less daunting process, the piano chords work great for comping and for instrumental backgrounds, but the most brilliant thing of all is having bass lines all written out. Thanks again for making such a perfect teaching tool.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Andrew Frappier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print \/ C","offer_id":44168157397183,"sku":"164","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ B♭","offer_id":44168157429951,"sku":"167","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ E♭","offer_id":44168157462719,"sku":"168","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ Bass Clef","offer_id":44168157495487,"sku":"169","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_3_A_Short_History_of_Jazz.jpg?v=1745479781"},{"product_id":"real-easy-book-tunes-for-intermediate-improvisers-volume-2","title":"Real Easy Book Volume 2: Tunes For Intermediate Improvisers","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Entry-Level Jazz Fake Book For Intermediate Improvisers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFollowing up the great success of \u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book - Volume\u003c\/em\u003e 1, Volume 2 is perfect for students with a few years playing experience, right up to working professionals. Great for school jazz combos, private teachers or any musician who likes jazz! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom jazz classics like “Four”, “Scrapple From The Apple”, and “Dear Old Stockholm” to contemporary tunes like George Benson's “Mimosa” and Donald Fagen's “Walk Between Raindrops”, this selection of songs will keep you smiling for years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book - Vol. 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will save band directors countless hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of writing out scales for soloing, chord voicings, guitar diagrams and bass lines — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethey are all included with each tune! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out the sample page and see for yourself! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEducational material was developed in conjunction with Stanford Jazz Workshop. It works! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes the best intermediate-level tunes by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharlie Parker • Miles Davis • John Coltrane • Horace Silver • Sonny Rollins • Wes Montgomery • Stanley Turrentine • Clark Terry • Cal Tjader • John Scofield • Kenny Burrell • George Benson • Cannonball Adderley • Antonio Carlos Jobim • Joe Henderson • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Spiral-bound, 265 pages. Check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Real_Easy_Book_Volume_2_-_Complete_Index_of_Tunes.pdf?v=1781463314\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 2 - Complete Song Index\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComplete Song Index\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Dear_Old_Stockholm_Sample.pdf?v=1781824656\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 2 - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Dear Old Stockholm\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy popular demand, supplemental \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-real-easy-book-vol-2-horn-parts-supplement\" title=\"The Real Easy Book - Volume 2 | Horn Parts Supplement\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThree-Horn arrangements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/1883217164-parts.php\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for selected tunes are now available as well - in digital (.pdf) format.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book - Volume \u003c\/em\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is my all-time favorite entry-level fake book, and Volume 2 is just as impressive for the intermediate level improviser. I really like having a fake book with written-out scales for soloing, chord voicings, guitar diagrams and bass lines. The selection of tunes is awesome. Extraordinary care has been given to the accuracy of each tune. Both volumes should be required fake books for jazz improvisation instruction.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— The Jazz Educators Journal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This is exactly what I have been looking for for 35 years. This is great stuff - instant jazz combo! The results we have gotten from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e already are fabulous and suddenly lots of kids are not afraid of jazz and improvisation anymore. Thank you!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John Herdan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has become the backbone of our jazz program. One obvious benefit is collecting tunes of a similar difficulty level at a price that students can afford. Even more important is the format. The facing page of supplementary materials gives the students the tools they need when they need them. This semester's introductory jazz class achieved a much higher level than in any previous year. I credit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for that!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Will Parsons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print \/ C","offer_id":44168106148031,"sku":"126","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ B♭","offer_id":44168106180799,"sku":"127","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ E♭","offer_id":44168106213567,"sku":"128","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ Bass Clef","offer_id":44168106246335,"sku":"129","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_2_Tunes_For_Intermediate_Improvisers.jpg?v=1745479780"},{"product_id":"real-easy-book-tunes-for-beginning-improvisors-volume-1-3-horn-edition","title":"Real Easy Book: Tunes For Beginning Improvisors (Volume 1, 3-Horn Edition)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Only Fake Book for Beginning Improvisers \u0026amp; Ensembles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first-ever fake book designed specifically for beginning jazz musicians, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book: Volume \u003c\/em\u003e1\u003cspan\u003e helps students and young combos sound good right away — while learning classic jazz repertoire and building their musical confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped and road-tested for years at the Stanford Jazz Workshop, this book includes simple but inspiring arrangements of great jazz tunes, along with detailed support for rhythm section players and horn lines written in three-part harmony. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have saved band directors \u003cem\u003ecountless hours\u003c\/em\u003e by writing out everything your band needs to know to sound good:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sample piano voicings, guitar chord diagrams, sample bass lines and useful scales for improvisation are included with each tune. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn addition, \u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book – Vol.\u003c\/em\u003e1 is now written for three horns!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-horn arrangements of each tune \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate pages for each horn player \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParts simple enough for beginning players, but which create fuller, much more interesting performances. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new parts are written in a limited range to be playable by a variety of instruments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach tune now includes harmony parts for the melody, background parts behind soloists, ensemble 'shout choruses,' etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe’ve included the easiest tunes from Horace Silver, Eddie Harris, Freddie Hubbard, Red Garland, Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Rollins, Cedar Walton, Wes Montgomery and more! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped and road-tested for years at the Stanford Jazz Workshop's summer jazz camps. It works! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach song will sound good played in rock, funk or Latin styles, as well as swing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for individual students of all ages, as well as jazz combos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Tune: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_1_Sample_Page.pdf?v=1781825476\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Tune\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCold Duck Time\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Real_Easy_Book_Volume_1_-_Complete_Index_of_Tunes.pdf?v=1781459716\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Complete Index of Songs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComplete Index of Songs\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Songs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Songs\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/blues-by-five.mp3?v=1783019102\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlues By Five\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Song\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/song-for-my-father.mp3?v=1783019103\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSong For My Father\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Song\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/one-for-daddy-o.mp3?v=1783019102\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOne For Daddy-O\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Song\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/big-bertha.mp3?v=1783019103\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBig Bertha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Sample Song\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/cold-duck-time.mp3?v=1783019102\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCold Duck Time\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 172 pages of fun and inspiring arrangements by renowned pianist, arranger, and author Larry Dunlap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA separate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/real-easy-book-vol-1-drum-chart-supplement\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 1 - Drum Chart Supplement\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrum Chart Supplement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is now available with charts for each song and great instructional material for the drummer to learn all the different grooves used in jazz! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an additional extensive audio supplement, check out:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jeffmiguel.com\/store\/p\/the-real-easy-book-audio-recordings\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/www.jeffmiguel.com\/store\/p\/the-real-easy-book-audio-recordings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book - Volume\u003c\/em\u003e 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is my all-time favorite entry-level fake book, and Volume 2 is just as impressive for the intermediate level improviser. I really like having a fake book with written-out scales for soloing, chord voicings, guitar diagrams and bass lines. The selection of tunes is awesome. Extraordinary care has been given to the accuracy of each tune. Both volumes should be required fake books for jazz improvisation instruction.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— The Jazz Educators Journal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Finally a book made for people who are beginning to play jazz. A compilation of great tunes, presented with succinct information for all instrumentalists. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone who is — or works with — a beginning improviser. Bravo!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Bruce Forman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This is exactly what I have been looking for for 35 years. This is great stuff - instant jazz combo! The results we have gotten from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e already are fabulous and suddenly lots of kids are not afraid of jazz and improvisation anymore. Thank you!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John Herdan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print \/ C","offer_id":44168099430591,"sku":"122","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ B♭","offer_id":44168099463359,"sku":"123","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ E♭","offer_id":44168099496127,"sku":"124","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Print \/ Bass Clef","offer_id":44168099528895,"sku":"125","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_1_Tunes_For_Beginning_Improvisors.jpg?v=1745479779"},{"product_id":"new-orleans-trumpet-a-down-home-conservatory-method","title":"New Orleans Trumpet: A Down-Home Conservatory Method","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Orleans Trumpet: A Down Home Conservatory Method\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an insider’s view of what you need to know in order to play New Orleans-style trumpet. Along with details about living the good life in the Crescent City, this book presents often-elusive music theory concepts in an easy-to-understand, enjoyable manner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides a personal explanation of all the building blocks necessary to play New Orleans-style jazz trumpet, from a working jazz musician in NOLA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides correct chord charts for essential trad jazz songs, to be used in conjunction with the iRealPro play-along app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGives a local’s perspective on the Big Easy’s history, culture, food, and customs and how these all relate to jazz. A most enjoyable read!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eDoes not contain endless technical exercises, it teaches how music works, so you can start to create your own!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 110 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/New_Orleans_Trumpet_-Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781814574\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/New_Orleans_Trumpet_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781814574\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/New_Orleans_Trumpet_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781814574\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFingerings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/New_Orleans_Trumpet_-_Sample_Page_3.pdf?v=1781814574\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTriads\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/New_Orleans_Trumpet_-_Sample_Page_4.pdf?v=1781814574\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBourbon Street chord chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Audio Track: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"New Orleans Trumpet A Down-Home Conservatory Method - Sample Audio Track\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661712.mp3?v=1783016376\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBourbon Street Parade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This book is an indispensable guide to nearly everything a trumpet (or cornet) player needs to know about playing traditional jazz. It's taken me a lifetime to learn much of the material in Mr. Thornton's book – which is a treasure trove of information covering everything from the basics of playing the trumpet, to the theory of traditional jazz, to how to lead a band. This is required reading for anyone interested in playing traditional jazz. I could've used the book 50 years ago when I started playing!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Chris Tyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz educator, early jazz expert, and trumpet\/cornet player who's recorded 50+ New Orleans style jazz albums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e“An excellent book, which deserves to be read cover to cover by any trumpet player, amateur or professional, wishing to learn about New Orleans trumpet. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in a valuable insight into the world of the New Orleans trumpet player.” \u003cbr\u003e— Peter Rudeforth, trumpet player with the legendary Chris Barber Band\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-669e5ddd-7fff-d2f0-d3b2-0b93b23588f4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44167540572351,"sku":"213","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44167540605119,"sku":"e213","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/new-orleans-trumpet-a-down-home-conservatory-method-by-jim-thornton.jpg?v=1774643738"},{"product_id":"method-for-chromatic-harmonica","title":"Method for Chromatic Harmonica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Most Complete Jazz Harmonica Method Ever Published | New Expand Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, the first comprehensive method for the Chromatic Harmonica that treats it like a musical instrument in all respects! It’s been instantly received as the definitive method chromatic harmonica, and is now the best-selling book on the subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMethod for Chromatic Harmonica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed for everyone, from beginning to advanced players, in any style of music. It includes a great full-length play-along CD download to practice with. Each track has one version with, and one without, the author playing the tune or exercise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHundreds of exercises to develop technical proficiency in every key, as well as rhythmic awareness and melodic fluency. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExercises written in musical notation, not tablature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull of tunes to practice, arpeggio studies, scale studies, sight-reading studies, sound production tips, and special harmonica techniques. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn hour-long play-along CD download! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 100 more pages have been added to the original book, including two iconic Toots Thielemans' solos! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 240 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Method for Chromatic Harmonica - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Method_for_Chromatic_Harmonica_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781756841\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Pages:  \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Method for Chromatic Harmonica - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Method_for_Chromatic_Harmonica_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781756841\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExercises on the Middle Octave\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Method for Chromatic Harmonica - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Method_for_Chromatic_Harmonica_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781756841\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Other Keys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/sample_pages\/9781883217716_p132.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/sample_pages\/9781883217716_p18.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/sample_pages\/9781883217716_p132.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Tracks: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Method for Chromatic Harmonica - Sample Audio\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9781883217716-09.mp3?v=1783015403\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack #9\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Method for Chromatic Harmonica - Sample Audio\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9781883217716-25.mp3?v=1783015403\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack #25\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a very good place to start to learn how to play the chromatic harmonica. I have deep respect for the author's efforts in this method book.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Toots Thielemans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“At last, a method for jazz harmonica! Max de Aloe's book finally closes a big gap. Well-written and full of understanding, Max's book will be the reference for some time to come.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Hendrik Meurkens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This book is the finest chromatic harmonica method book I've seen and I use mine daily. It is on my most highly recommended list of tutorial material, and I'm sure you'll love it.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— David Kettlewell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, host of Masters of Harmonica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44167515144383,"sku":"186","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44167515177151,"sku":"e186","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/method-for-chromatic-harmonica-new-expanded-edition-by-max-de-aloe.jpg?v=1774643719"},{"product_id":"latin-real-easy-book","title":"Latin Real Easy Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Easiest Way to Bring Latin Music Into Your Band Room\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfro-Cuban classics, Brazilian Music and Latin Jazz tunes, designed for classroom or professional use. 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and there’s even a jazzy Christmas medley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote-for-note piano accompaniment and score written out for each song.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio recording by master violinist and jazz recording star Jeremy Cohen (of Quartet San Francisco fame) performing each piece to piano accompaniment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiano accompaniment-only tracks also included for students to practice with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA simple, easy to understand ‘introduction to improvisation’ section that helps students explore and implement basic jazz concepts quickly - invaluable!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 68 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Jazz Songs for the Student Violinist - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Jazz_Songs_for_the_Student_Violinist_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781745390\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Jazz Songs for the Student Violinist - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Jazz_Songs_for_the_Student_Violinist_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781745390\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfter You’ve Gone - violin part\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Jazz Songs for the Student Violinist - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Jazz_Songs_for_the_Student_Violinist_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781745390\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfter You’ve Gone - improv. exercise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Jazz Songs for the Student Violinist - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Jazz_Songs_for_the_Student_Violinist_-_Sample_Page_3.pdf?v=1781745390\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfter You’ve Gone - piano accompaniment\/score\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Audio: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661705-1.mp3?v=1783012783\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Jazz Songs for the Student Violinist - Sample Audio - After You've Gone\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAfter You've Gone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz Songs for the Student Violinist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers a step by step and user-friendly approach to playing jazz. Students learn tunes commonly found in the jazz canon and learn accessible improvisational techniques using rhythm, embellishment, and the blues. This book is a wonderful supplement to the Suzuki method!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Matt Turner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Cellist, Jazz \u0026amp; Improvisational Music Department, Lawrence University Conservatory of Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This book is full of important information for any aspiring musician that would like to open their minds to the language of jazz and improvisation. With clear laid-out steps in learning how to play tunes, this book should set up all the important foundations for future roads in improvisation.” \u003cbr\u003e— Avi Friedlander, Director of the Barston Suzuki Center at the Music Institute of Chicago\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“An excellent introduction for young violinists to the uniquely American art form of jazz and improv! The brief histories about some of our jazz greats are just wonderful. I wish this was around when my boys were learning to play – they would have LOVED it!” \u003cbr\u003e— Maureen Byrne, Senior Director, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166609830079,"sku":"214","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166609862847,"sku":"e214","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Jazz_Songs_for_the_Student_Violinist.jpg?v=1745479765"},{"product_id":"introduction-to-jazz-piano-a-deep-dive","title":"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a comprehensive and inspiring entry point for pianists ready to explore the world of jazz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt starts at the beginning, and helps you develop all the skills necessary to become a functional jazz pianist. For the dedicated student, this book will be your “Bible”!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 60 workouts that can be practiced alongside classic jazz recordings, this method bridges theory and application in a way that’s both engaging and effective. You'll explore everything from triads and folk song harmonization to Barry Harris’s “Little Chords,” open\/closed position voicings, scale practice strategies, and the art of comping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatton also introduces creative tools like comping games, solo piano arrangement techniques, and transcription-based learning to help students internalize the language of jazz. Whether you're studying independently or with a teacher, this book offers a step-by-step guide that empowers you to grow musically and creatively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJeb Patton, long-time pianist for Jimmy Heath and the Heath Bros., brings his decades of professional experience and pedagogy to this accessible and inspiring guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 Workouts you can do with Classic Jazz Recordings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriad Study and Application to Folk Songs and the Blues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlues phrasing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic Voicing Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping with Closed Position Voicings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntro to Barry Harris’s “Little Chords” and Sixth-Diminished Scale Concept\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping Games and Exercises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping with Open Position Voicings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Create Solo Piano Arrangements of Standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Practice Scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Develop Melodic Building Blocks for Soloing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Intro to Transcribing and Assimilation Transcriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCD download containing extensive demonstrations and play-along tracks is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJeb Patton also recorded over four hours of video tutorials to use in conjunction with this book, which can all be found here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLfvaLiBKnEc8OTiY4cyUu5TKINVVW4cqL\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive Video Tutorials\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeb Patton's \"A Deep Dive\" YouTube Playlist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 224 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781711639\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_11.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 11\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_54.pdf?v=1781711639\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 54\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_63.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 63\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_188.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 188\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Tracks: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-1.mp3?v=1782958289\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-9.mp3?v=1782958290\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 9\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-33.mp3?v=1782958290\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 33\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/mp3\/9780997661750-1.mp3\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-play-circle\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeb Patton is a living treasure, and his new book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a generous labor of love as well as being an extremely valuable text for students and pros alike. Jeb is the most noble and authentic kind of a teacher as can be found.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Benny Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“When it comes to learning jazz piano, this is about as good as it gets. Packed with enough learning material to last a lifetime — it is, indeed, a 'deep dive.' ” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Downbeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is just that. It is an in-depth, refreshing course on deepening one's skill set. It encourages musical exploration in a conceptual way, rather than a one size fits all approach. Highly recommended! ” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Alan Pasqua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166354108607,"sku":"218","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166354141375,"sku":"e218","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/introduction-to-jazz-piano-a-deep-dive-by-jeb-patton.jpg?v=1774643367"},{"product_id":"guitarists-introduction-to-jazz","title":"Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge the Gap Between Rock, Blues, and Jazz Guitar Fundamentals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've been playing guitar for years but still feel lost when it comes to jazz, you're not alone. \u003cem\u003eThe Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz\u003c\/em\u003e by Randy Vincent is a clear, step-by-step guide for players who come from blues, rock, folk, or classical backgrounds — and want to finally understand what makes jazz \u003cem\u003etick\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this 205-page spiral-bound book, Vincent breaks down the “tools of the trade” in plain language, with practical exercises and musical examples that build your confidence as you go. You’ll learn the logic behind jazz chords and scales, the fundamentals of comping and soloing, and how to internalize tunes by actually playing them. This is real-world, gig-tested knowledge from one of the world’s most respected jazz guitar educators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you dream of playing in a jazz combo or just want to elevate your overall musicianship, \u003cem\u003eThe Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz\u003c\/em\u003e will open the door and give you the roadmap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCore chord voicings every jazz guitarist needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to comp with a rhythm section\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight-hand picking techniques for jazz feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale and chord construction (without the jargon)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoloing strategies using riffs and melodic fragments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice tips to build fluency and confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharts for classic jazz standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraightforward jazz theory and much more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiral-bound, 205 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781707659\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e3-note shell voicings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_3.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVoicings for comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_4.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDeveloping solo vocabulary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_5.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUsing quotes in soloing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_6.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLong-range scales\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_7.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePerpetual arpeggios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Guitarist_s_Introduction_to_Jazz_-_Sample_Page_8.pdf?v=1781707782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Guitarist’s Introduction to Jazz - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBebop scales\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I have dreamt of this book existing for years — a thoughtful and clear exploration of what it means to dive into jazz guitar when you already have a background in other styles of music. Randy is masterful in breaking down so many topics that often feel so daunting and inaccessible, making them approachable, enjoyable, and furthermore, helping the student to create a foundation for mastery within the jazz domain.”\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cem\u003eJulian Lage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This book is full of essential information for jazz guitarists at any level. It’s beautifully put together. Very logical and easy to understand. A wonderful book.”\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cem\u003eMike Stern\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166337953983,"sku":"216","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166337986751,"sku":"e216","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/the-guitarists-introduction-to-jazz-by-randy-vincent.jpg?v=1774645165"},{"product_id":"foundation-exercises-for-bass","title":"Foundation Exercises for Bass","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Fun Way to Learn to Play Bass!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're picking up the bass for the first time or finally getting serious about mastering it, this comprehensive and easy-to-follow method from Chuck Sher offers everything you need to build a rock-solid foundation on acoustic or electric bass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFoundation Exercises for Bass\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was designed to help students sound musical from the very beginning, with an emphasis on developing strong rhythm, intuitive fretboard knowledge, and the ability to create your own bass lines right away. Divided into 33 progressive lessons, this is an inspiring roadmap from day one to intermediate-level fluency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the Book Includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33 lessons moving from complete beginner to intermediate topics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA painless method for learning to read music and count rhythms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard mapping using major, minor, and mixolydian scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale, arpeggio, and interval studies that develop musical fluency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEar training exercises and a system for hearing \"target beats\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques for shifting, finger placement, and rhythmic feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA clear approach to harmony, chord progressions, and functional bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFun \"instant music\" practice strategies using your own bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample grooves in various genres, including blues and pop styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gold mine of classroom-ready lessons for private bass teachers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps beginners \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eactually sound like musicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from the very first lesson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for both self-taught musicians and structured teaching settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 87 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Foundation_Exercises_for_Bass_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781707348\" title=\"Foundation Exercises for Bass - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Foundation_Exercises_for_Bass_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781707347\" title=\"Foundation Exercises for Bass - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLesson 5 - Organizing Notes into Scales - The Minor Scale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Foundation_Exercises_for_Bass_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781707348\" title=\"Foundation Exercises for Bass - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLesson 32 - Practicing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Everything you need to get started and continue through to intermediate levels is here for you. It’s a well-thought-out foundational approach... A great book for the self-motivated bassist or as a unique method book for instructors.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarc Johnson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Chuck Sher has given us a thorough, comprehensive catalog of rudiments, presented in a way that makes working on them fun. It offers a clear and concise compendium of information we can apply directly to our work away from the practice room, on the bandstand. Congratulations on another fine piece of work!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Steve Swallow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Your new book is great for the beginning bassist in that it encapsulates the fundamentals of what is going to be expected of them as a bass player, but it also never loses sight of the harder to teach extra musical concepts that can often be overlooked. The technical side of bass playing is concisely chronicled in your book, but it is well-balanced by the more esoteric ideas concerning what makes music a living force. Thanks for this!”\u003cbr\u003e— Larry Grenadier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“A great tool with a wide range of material that covers an array of contemporary styles and great reading examples. This book gives a great foundation to anybody interested in mastering the basics of the bass.”\u003cbr\u003e— Oscar Stagnaro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChuck Sher started as a jazz musician in 1970 and founded Sher Music Co. in 1979 with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/improvisors-bass-method\" title=\"The Improvisor's Bass Method by Chuck Sher\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Improvisor's Bass Method\u003c\/a\u003e. This book received acclaim and paved the way for the '80s \"The New Real Book,\" a legitimate alternative to the earlier illegal version. Sher's company later published hits like The Jazz Piano Book and The Jazz Theory Book by Mark Levine. With over 120 books on jazz and Latin music, and endorsements from top artists like Chick Corea and Esperanza Spalding, Sher Music Co. stands as the premier jazz music publisher. 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The fingering rules are much easier to understand when using the seven basic Greek modes as examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this first volume, the concept of symmetrical permutations is analyzed and explained and three types of symmetrical permutations, with their corresponding guitar fingerings, are presented for the basic modes. 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He is known for his transcriptions in the Great Guitars of Flamenco Library and for transcribing Paco de Lucia's \"Almoraima\". 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Additionally, this book gives your drum students access to a complete set of play-through videos for each song. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally developed and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroad-tested for years at the Stanford Jazz Workshop’s prestigious summer jazz camps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this book gives drummers a clear, accessible path to learning how to support a band — right from the first rehearsal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are also additional videos and study guides for particular drumming topics like: the \"2-Feel\", \"Elvin Jones\" style comping, basic set-ups and fills, Latin Jazz drum grooves, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach drum chart includes figures for the harmony, background and shout chorus sections of the arrangements. These easy, but varied parts give the drum student a good start in learning a variety of jazz drumming styles, from \"2-feel\" to \"Samba\" to \"Funk\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeautures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested simplified grooves, and basic fills are included with many tunes for easy reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach drum part, though written in a given style, can easily be used to catch the same figures in different musical styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for individual drum students of all ages, as well as jazz combos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains the easiest tunes from Horace Silver, Eddie Harris, Freddie Hubbard, Red Garland, Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Rollins, Cedar Walton, Wes Montgomery and more! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet yourself, or your beginning jazz combo, sounding good right away with these drum parts specifically written to musically enhance the 3-horn arrangements. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 108 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Drum Chart Supplement - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Drum_Chart_Supplement_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781821189\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Drum Chart Supplement - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Drum_Chart_Supplement_-_Sample_Page.pdf?v=1781821188\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe \"4-Feel\" \u0026amp; \"2-Feel\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Real Easy Book Drum Chart Supplement - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Drum_Chart_Supplement_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781821188\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFreedom Jazz Dance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChart play-through\/Play-along videos:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jazzdrumming.info\/charts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.jazzdrumming.info\/charts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jazzdrumming.info\/charts\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplemental videos:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jazzdrumming.info\/more\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttp:\/\/www.jazzdrumming.info\/more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlan Hall has been a professional drum teacher for over 40 years. He has taught at Berklee College of Music, California Jazz Conservatory, Monterey Jazz Festival Middle School and High School Summer Camp, JazzCamp West, Cal State East Bay, and Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Camp. He's performed and\/or recorded with international jazz artists Lee Konitz, Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Ed Simon, Geoffrey Keezer, Kenny Washington, Rebecca Parris, and Joyce Cooling. His articles have appeared in Down Beat and Percussive Notes magazines. Check out his website at: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jazzdrumming.com\/\" title=\"Alan Hall's Official Website\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/jazzdrumming.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166234439871,"sku":"232","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166234472639,"sku":"e232","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/the-real-easy-book-vol-1-drum-chart-supplement-by-alan-hall.jpg?v=1774649005"},{"product_id":"the-blues-scales-essential-tools-for-jazz-improvisation","title":"Blues Scales: Essential Tools for Jazz Improvisation","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe only comprehensive book on the blues scales ever published!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent book, useful to beginners as well as advanced players.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Michael Brecker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ground-breaking and best-selling book will teach you how to use the Major and Minor Blues Scales to improvise meaningful solos, without having to first master all the scales and chords of a tune. 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It also contains play-along tracks for you to practice over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Blues Scales\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e is relevant for all skill-levels and instruments.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is essential for beginners, perfect for intermediate students, and even useful for professional players to hone their skills on this crucial and often neglected part of the jazz language.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt includes great solo transcriptions from Miles, Dizzy Gillespie, Lester Young, Oscar Peterson, Dave Sanborn, Michael Brecker and many more, illustrating how the Blues Scales are actually used in various styles of jazz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step exercises to get beginning students able to quickly solo using the two basic Blues Scales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extensive dictionary of classic Major and Minor Blues Scale phrases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelp with transposing the ideas learned into other keys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumerous ways to expand the Blues Scales to make them even more useful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppendices for advanced players showing how the masters of jazz use the blues scales in their own playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSpiral-bound, 88 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Blues Scales - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Blues_Scales_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781651180\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Blues_Scales_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781651180\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, supplemental audio download included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Page: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Blues Scales - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Blues_Scales_-_Basic_Blues_Theory.pdf?v=1781651180\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBasic Blues Theory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Track: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Blues Scales - Sample Track\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217385-01.mp3?v=1782947600\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrack #1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Blues Scales - Guitar Edition\u003c\/em\u003e is now available! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContaining the same information as the original book, the Guitar version features guitar wizard Dave Mac Nab on the accompanying CD download instead of the saxophone tracks. Don't miss the high-level, soulful guitar playing on the Guitar version!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Track: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217385-11.mp3?v=1782947715\" target=\"_blank\" title=\" The Blues Scales - Guitar Edition - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 11\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An excellent addition to the growing number of books and CDs dedicated to mastering the art of jazz improvisation. Useful to beginners as well as advanced players, \u003cem\u003eThe Blues Scales\u003c\/em\u003e admirably addresses the vocabulary of the blues — the 'root of jazz.'”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Michael Brecker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To actually play the blues, you have to know what's in the blues. Dan has done a marvelous job of dissecting the blues and then bringing all the pieces back together so you can make beautiful music. 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Written specifically for pianists, but useful for any rhythm section player, this is the most focused and practical guide to jazz accompaniment available today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll start with the fundamentals of rhythm, voicings, and chord progressions — and then work your way up through dozens of real-world examples drawn directly from the masters: Bud Powell, Horace Silver, Barry Harris, Tadd Dameron, and others. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 80 targeted comping exercises, you'll learn how to internalize these core concepts until they become second nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book also includes 11 full transcriptions of recorded comping behind soloists. You'll also find interviews with pianists Harold Mabern and Renee Rosnes that shed light on the artistry and responsibility of comping in a jazz group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes two CDs-worth of downloadable audio files with demonstration and play-along tracks to help you hear and feel the material come to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're a student, teacher, or gigging pianist, this 272-page spiral-bound book is an essential guide on the path to mastering one of jazz's most vital skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Approach to Comping: The Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ehas many valuable features, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic rhythms and voicings for comping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 note-for-note transcriptions of Bud Powell, Horace Silver, Tadd Dameron, and Barry Harris comping behind the soloist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 modified transcriptions in the style of Red Garland, Sonny Clark, and Bobby Timmons comping behind the soloist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping guides, rhythms, and progressions derived from the transcriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 80 comping exercises aimed at getting the concepts under your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 CD downloads containing demonstrations and play-along tracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterviews about the art of comping by Harold Mabern and Renee Rosnes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 272 pages, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_1_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781715738\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 1 - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSample Pages: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Pages_103-105.pdf?v=1781644773\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePages 103-105\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Horace_Silver_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781644773\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHorace Silver's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Bud_Powell_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781644774\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBud Powell's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Tracks: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217784-sample16.mp3?v=1782947071\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDisc 1: Track #16\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217784-sample3.mp3?v=1782947071\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDisc 2: Track #3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Brilliant pianist Jeb Patton has created an insightful and definitive book on comping. The subject is explored from all angles including a thorough study of rhythmic and voicing styles, and it contains plenty of written examples and suggested listening to go along with the text. There really is no other book like it, and I've no doubt that \u003cem\u003e“The Essentials”\u003c\/em\u003e will be an indispensable guide to comping for generations of jazz pianists to come!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Renee Rosnes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeb, being as thorough as he is, came up with this unique idea showing how the great jazz pianists accompanied or “comped” behind soloists. He has done the homework for aspiring jazz piano players. Thanks to Jeb Patton.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Jimmy Heath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This book is about to become an immeasurable bridge in the hope of keeping real Jazz alive in the future. Jeb is putting his love of the music out into the world in such an immediately accessible, universally useful way.”\u003cbr\u003e— Benny Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-1cd0d83d-7fff-3cab-c738-90e30be8d3ae\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more advanced techniques and even deeper instruction on this crucial skill, check out: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2: Advanced Concepts and Techniques\" href=\"\/products\/an-approach-to-comping-volume-2-advanced-concepts-and-techniques\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Approach to Comping – Vol. 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44165937430719,"sku":"191","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44165937463487,"sku":"e191","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/an-approach-to-comping-the-essentials-by-jeb-patton.jpg?v=1774642134"},{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-so-what","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - So What","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlock the secrets of creating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emusical, grooving, and expressive walking bass lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on one of jazz’s most iconic tunes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“So What”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may look simple on paper—but crafting simple lines that feel alive, fresh, and intentional takes real skill. 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What you learn here will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexpand your vocabulary, strengthen your groove, and elevate your sound \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein any musical setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside You'll Find:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgressive walking-bass exercises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, forward motion, and more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, detailed explanations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that show you how to practice, refine your feel, play with spirit, and deepen your groove. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacking tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so you can instantly apply each concept in real musical situations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB for beginning electric bassists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, using a practical range up to high C (first 5 frets).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether “So What” is one of your first jazz standards or a tune you’ve played for years, this book gives you the tools to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewalk with creativity, clarity, intention, and confidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 77 pages, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#1.4 Lower Triple Chromatic (page 6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#5.5 Pattern #5 (page 50)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#6.15 Paul Chambers (page 66)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_So_What_-_Sample_Pages_4.pdf?v=1781925594\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (So What) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplemental Content (page 71)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplementary Content Links Page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/9798992226393-links.php\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“So What” Links Page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bob Sinicrope's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e book is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. 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Bob is an active bassist in the Boston area and leads the music groups The World Leaders and SoundsGlobal. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bobsinicrope.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44933562433727,"sku":"260","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44933562466495,"sku":"e260","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-so-what-by-bob-sinicrope.jpg?v=1774648802"},{"product_id":"walking-bass-line-construction-take-the-a-train","title":"Walking Bass Line Construction - Take the ‘A’ Train","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn the Art of Walking Bass Through this Classic Jazz Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJump on board with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTake the ‘A’ Train\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the newest—and most exciting—volume in Bob Sinicrope’s acclaimed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book gives you everything you need to build confident, great-sounding walking lines, whether you’re just getting started or ready to push your playing to the next level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Bob’s signature learn-by-doing approach, beginners get a clear, accessible path to success, while advanced players get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how 18 master bassists might approach this iconic tune. It’s practical, musical, and packed with ideas you’ll use instantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndorsed by bass legends Victor Wooten and Rufus Reid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bob’s method is trusted for one reason—it works! The concepts in this book will expand your vocabulary, sharpen your feel, and help your bass lines actually swing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Get: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA progressive sequence of exercises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on approach notes, enclosures, passing tones, forward motion, and more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, no-nonsense explanations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that show you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to practice and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e each concept matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacking tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that let you apply every idea in real time and lock in your time feel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAB included for beginning electric bassists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a practical range up to high C (first five frets).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're laying your first walking line or shaping your personal style, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake the ‘A’ Train\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you the tools to grow, groove, and sound your best every time you play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Take_the_A_Train_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781924544\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Take the ‘A’ Train) - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Take_the_A_Train_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781924544\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Take the ‘A’ Train) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#3.7 Add the 3rd (Summary) (page 39)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Take_the_A_Train_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781924545\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Take the ‘A’ Train) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#5.8 More Pattern (Summary) (page 58)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Take_the_A_Train_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781924544\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Take the ‘A’ Train) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#7.11 Ray Brown (page 82)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Walking_Bass_Line_Construction_Take_the_A_Train_-_Sample_Pages_4.pdf?v=1781924545\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Walking Bass Line Construction (Take the ‘A’ Train) - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplemental Content (page 91)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bob Sinicrope's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e book is an amazing book for anyone learning to walk jazz bass lines. A very simple but unique approach makes it not only highly educational but also enjoyable.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Victor Wooten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bassist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I have known Bob Sinicrope for at least 50 years. I have observed how consistent and passionate he is about playing the bass, teaching what the bassist needs to do to be musically successful. His book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking Bass Line Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is quite thorough and will teach the user to be an excellent bassist\/musician\/listener!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz bassist\/composer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplementary Content Links Page: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/9781883217990-links.php\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Take the ‘A’ Train” Links Page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44933690032319,"sku":"261","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44933690065087,"sku":"e261","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/walking-bass-line-construction-take-the-a-train-by-bob-sinicrope_1.jpg?v=1774648821"},{"product_id":"the-real-easy-book-vol-2-horn-parts-supplement","title":"The Real Easy Book - Vol. 2: Horn Parts Supplement","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we turned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/real-easy-book-tunes-for-beginning-improvisors-volume-1-3-horn-edition\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Easy Book, Vol.\u003c\/em\u003e1\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into a three-horn version two years ago, band directors were thrilled by the possibilities that the expanded arrangements opened up for their ensembles. The three-horn version contains two extra harmony parts to be played during the melodies, as well as three background parts behind soloists and 'shout choruses' before the out heads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo, by popular demand, we are now offering the same sort of three-horn arrangements for eight selected tunes in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/real-easy-book-tunes-for-intermediate-improvisers-volume-2\" title=\"The Real Easy Book Volume 2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Real Easy Book, Volume 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable exclusively on our website, they are being offered as a single digital package consisting of:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo extra complete horn parts for all eight songs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the melody player, we have included background parts for use behind soloists and also 'shout chorus' parts for each tune. (The melodies themselves are not included here, but remain the same as in the printed book.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of these horn parts are given in C, Bb, Eb and bass clef versions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSongs include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Barbara” by Horace Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Black Orchid” by Cal Tjader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Fantasy in D” by Cedar Walton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeannine” by Duke Pearson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jubilation” by Junior Mance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Peace” by Horace Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sky Dive” by Freddie Hubbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Whisper Not” by Benny Golson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese supplemental parts were created by master transcriber, pianist, composer, educator, author and arranger Larry Dunlap. Check out the recently released \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-larry-dunlap-songbook\" title=\"The Larry Dunlap Songbook\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLarry Dunlap Songbook\u003c\/a\u003e for a wonderful collection of his original compositions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":45727641764031,"sku":"e126","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Real_Easy_Book_Volume_2_Tunes_For_Intermediate_Improvisers.jpg?v=1745479780"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/collections\/introduction-to-jazz.oembed","provider":"Sher Music Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}