The Jazz Method for Flute will guide beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the instrument to the performance of full-blown pieces including 'classics' by Thelonious Monk Charlie Parker Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver.With step by step instruction and a progression of specially written tunes and exercises the fundamental elements of good flute technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage given direction through the study of scales and arpeggios and advice on ear-training and chord patterns.With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading and an Appendix (also included on a separate insert) containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes The Jazz Method for Flute is ideally suited both to students working alone and those learning with a teacher. The accompanying CD includes recorded accompaniments for you to play along with.Author John O'Neill is an established performing musician and instrumental teacher in the jazz field.

10 great studies in the style and language of bebop. Par SNIDERO JIM. The Essence of Bebopis the new series by critically acclaimed New York saxophonist Jim Snidero. The Essence of Bebop reveals the heart and soul of this groundbreaking jazz style and is the first real 'manual' for mastering bebop. The 10 enjoyable-to-play studies are inspired by Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins and many more, offering a unique basis for study and analysis. Historical insights as well as recommended listening and reading make this edition an indispensable part of jazz education. The soloist Anders Bostrom is known, among other things, as a versatile flutist in numerous Broadway productions. ?But what if you aren?t a student or a professional? The Essence of Bebop still has immense value to those interested in bebop and hard bop. By encouraging readers to understand the music?s intent, slow down their listening, and focus on the swinging, the series can help a jazz newcomer dig this cerebral, often pulse-pounding music.? - Morgan Enos, Discogs/ Etude / Flûte Traversière