Second-Floor-Music

from the ALL FOR ONE Sextet Combo Series-Here is a beautiful bossa which has the melody in the second part. An additional trombone part has been added so the second part can be played by tenor sax alto sax or trombone. This arrangement was originally written to feature Eric Alexander.

Not for Drummers Only. From Tadd Dameron through Dizzy Gillespie Billy Eckstine Cannonball Adderly and Benny Golson to his own 17-piece Supersound big band Charli Persip has been one of the most in-demand drummers in all of jazz as well as in the pop genre. A textbook example of how to play the drums Persip has proven his worth in a wide variety of ensembles and handled the transitions from one group to the next without missing a beat. Learn from his experiences and share some of his insights in this practical down-to-earth text. Newly revised and expanded to include The Warm-Up Exercise this book for all musicians and music lovers is loaded with playing tips greatadvice and anecdotes.

Essentials for Jazz and Classical Flute-This book is an exploration of modern compositional devices and their interaction with jazz harmony and phrasing. “This is not just one more exercise book! Most of the traditional exercise books are based on a diatonicconcept. Here finally is a method which emphasizes a chromatic context. The combination of music tunes and exercises makes hard work very interesting for both beginners and advanced students. Very refreshing for your fingers andyour brain!” – Matthias Ziegler Virtuoso Classical and Jazz Flute Artist“Wonderful training ... a challenging and inspiring workout. A great new addition to our technical and musical etuderepertoire!”– Jeanne Baxtresser Former Principle Flute New York Philharmonic

This lovely ballad from the T.S. Monk CD Take One (Blue Note CDP 7 99614) features rich harmonies and a melody that brings out musicality even in young players. All 3 horns trade the melody so everyone gets time in the spotlight.