Levels/Grades 1-5-Thes practice Aural Tests and Quick Studies support the Associated Board's syllabus for Jazz Clarinet levels/Grades 1-5. Complementing the study of Jazz repertoire this comprehensive syllabus introduces and enhances whilst focussing on musicianships skills central to the performance of Jazz and to working by ear.

This series of graded albums providing a wealth of jazz repertoire. It contains well-known tunes in accessible arrangements and new pieces specially commissioned from top jazz musicians and educators. The CD with each album provides 'minus-one' backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances.

This series of graded albums providing a wealth of jazz repertoire. It contains well-known tunes in accessible arrangements and new pieces specially commissioned from top jazz musicians and educators. The CD with each album provides 'minus-one' backing tracks as well as recordings of full performances.

This book of jazz scales will develop the skills required in playing jazz. It introduces patterns characteristic of the idiom such as modes the blues scale and the minor pentatonic and explores these on roots and in key centres commonly found in jazz.

These methods provide complete courses for players of all ages guiding students from their first note to 'classics' together with compositions by contemporary writers. Each book is accompanied by high quality rhythm section tracks recorded on compact disc. Right from the start students can enjoy authentic jazz sounds playing in the company of professionals. With step-by-step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces the fundamental elements of good technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage and is given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice onear-training and chord patterns. With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading and an Appendix containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes The Jazz Methods are ideally suited to both students working alone and those learning with a teacher. John O'Neill has a solid understanding of jazz and how it can be taught. I highly recommend his educational jazz materials. (Jamey Aebersold) ...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library. (Lee Konitz international jazz saxophone soloist) - includes 'classics' by Thelonious Monk Charlie Parker Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver. -...this book contains a true method covering all phases of the subject. (Jimmy Giuffre multi-instrumentalist composer arranger and teacher)It is good to see a tutor treating each aspect of playing seriously and thoroughly and can be warmly recommended even for us non-jazzers. (Gordon Egerton Music Teacher Magazine)

Cool syncopation funky riffs and smooth stylish tunes - from dynamic to nostalgic Pam Wedgwood's series has it all. Really Easy Jazzin' About is a vibrant collection of original pieces in a range of contemporary styles tailor-made for the absolute beginner. So take a break from the classics and get into the groove as you cruise from blues to rock to jazz.

A set of twenty fun pieces for the early Clarinet student complete with a pull-out booklet of Piano accompaniments. All pieces are designed not only to offer fun and variety to your lessons but to challenge the technical details of your playing. You will find unusual counting and rhythms staccatos and rests and more lyrical pieces that require careful phrasing and dynamics.This blend of popular and classical melodies is an excellent opportunity to develop the beginnings of your own repertoire and to gain vital early experience in accompanied performance.

Two dances and a lullaby for Clarinet and Piano by distinguished Royal Academy composer Brian Chapple. Suitable for players of Grade 2-3 level.

This collection of easy jazzy duets has been written entirely in the low register to enable players of very modest abilities to tackle them without difficulty. Arranged for Clarinet and Flute with chord symbols.

6 Jazz Carols Grades 1-3-A collection of original jazz arrangements based on traditional Christmas carols for elementary clarinet mostly in the low register with piano accompaniment.Grade: 3 - 4.

The Jazz Sessions Series is a tremendous collection of Jazz standards classics and original material by contemporary composers Alexander L’Estrange and Tom Pilling. Each book is dedicated to a particular instrument but they are all able to work together for ensembles and Jazz bands providing an exciting and enjoyable repertoire. A professionally recorded CD accompanies each book and contains play-along backing tracks as a substitute for real life musicians. This allows for practice at an individual’s preferred pace and enables students to get an authentic feel of the style. One of the main purposes of Jazz Sessions is help encourage and develop improvisationalskills with a full written solo on one page and an alternative extended version for improvising. A great introduction to experimentation and ideal preparation for ABRSM exams. Reflects a variety of Jazz styles including swing Latin gospel and blues. Backing Tracks give opportunity for confident and atmospheric performance. Carefully tailored for intermediate musicians.

B Flat Instruments-Charlie Parker was arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians to have ever lived. This text presents numerous jazz lines in Charlie's style grouped by their application in a given harmonic content. Studentswill learn to connect lines to play over ii-V-I progressions turnarounds and other harmonic frameworks.To facilitate proficiency in all twelve keys each section of the book has a chordal play-along that modulates aroundthe circle of fourths. Some of the techniques used in the Charlie Parker style will also be discussed with examples provided. This will help musicians analyze each of the ideas presented further ensuring theirmastery.

Seven Jazz and Rock numbers for Clarinet and Piano Accompaniment. There is also a CD of backing tracks included. Grade: 4 - 8

Arranged by Robin de Smet. Twenty-four memorable Gershwin tunes. Includes 'But Not For Me' 'Embraceable You' 'I Got Rhythm' 'The Man I Love'. With chord symbols.

More Than a Play-Along-14 Charles Mingus compositions transcribed for all Eb instruments. Two CDs feature both quartet and trio versions of the tracks performed by Mingus Big Band members. Also includes musical charts performance notes rare photographs and historical commentary.