Volume 3 is perfect for jazz ensemble directors looking for one book to keep their students engaged and progressing all year long, as well as any musician interested in Sher Music's series of world-famous fake books. At over 200 pages, THE REAL EASY BOOK - VOL.3 comes in C, Bb, Eb and bass clef versions. It features 5-10 tunes from each historical era of jazz: Trad Jazz, The Swing Era, Classic Bebop, West Coast Jazz, The Blue Note Era, Contemporary Jazz, ''Groove'' Jazz, Brazilian Jazz and Afro-Cuban Jazz. The wide variety of styles included means that every jazz combo will be able to find exactly the material that fits their needs.Difficulty ranges from very simple blues, like Charlie Parker's ''Now's The Time'' to deep, but still playable, contemporary tunes, like Mike Stern's ''These Times.'' Also featured are some great beginning trad jazz arrangements of ''Bill Bailey'' and ''Alexander's Ragtime Band'', including separate clarinet and trombone obligato parts to get that authentic Dixieland feeling!In addition to the tunes and educational material, there are also fun and informative introductory texts for each section. These short histories of each era of jazz introduce both the flavor of the era, and a discussion of the musical innovations that each one brought to the evolution of jazz.The end result is a multi-dimensional teaching tool that will keep band directors and their students smiling all year long! / Instruments En Bb

Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements sample solos jazz history and people.

Tchaikovsky's holiday classic made very accessible for young players. Easy success with this wonderful swing chart played around 148 BPM that includes a written tenor sax solo well-notated rhythm section parts easy ranges and all sections are involved. Simply an excellent holiday arrangement!

One of the iconic tunes from the swing era this enduring standard has been recorded by countless artists ranging from Louis Armstrong Count Basie Benny Goodman Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra to more recent recordings by Michael Bublé Ani DiFranco and Eric Clapton. This easy arrangement provides a perfect way for teaching the elements of swing style in a relaxed and medium-tempo.

Recorded by John Pizzarelli and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on the CD Dear Mr. Sinatra here is John Clayton's adaptation of the chart he penned on the standard “Nice 'n' Easy.” Featuring a relaxedflowing style and a moderate swing tempo this is a natural choice for a male (or female) vocalist that includes standout feature spots for the band as well.

Easy Jazz Ensemble Series-This jazz standard has certainly stood the test of time and has been recorded by countless artists over the years. Here is a wonderful medium swing version scored with an authentic sound for young players. A duet of alto andtrumpet is featured alternating with ensemble passages and section features. Sure to sound great even with limited rehearsals.

Made famous by the Count Basie band as well as countless other jazz artists bring a bit of history to your young players with this familiar standard. This easy arrangement includes a nice mix of unison passages with full-soundingensemble scoring. Medium swing at its best!

Little Big Band series-Milt Jackson's signature blues tune has become a well-known jazz standard and Mark's arrangement makes it sound great in this 6-horn format. Featuring a nice medium swing feel and the flexibility for open solos with backgrounds this will be fun to perform and easy to prepare. (Grade 3)

One of the classic early hits by the Beatles this catchy tune features an immediately recognizable melody and a driving swing/shuffle style. Included in this version for young players is the famous guitar break adapted for sax solo or soli.Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes 3 trumpets 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute clarinet F horn and tuba.

Par COCKER JERRY. Revised edition. Since 1900, when jazz - a uniquely American music form - began to evolve, much of its allure and artistic growth has depended on the creative freedom and expressive force that improvisation allows its performers. Jerry Coker, himself a teacher, composer/arranger, and noted saxophonist, has written How To Listen To Jazz to fill the need for a laymans guide to understanding improvisation and its importance in the development of this artistically rich yet complex musicform. Without relying on overly technical language or terms, Jerry Coker shows how you can become a knowledgeable jazz listener - whether you are an aspiring musician, student, jazz aficionado, or new listener. In addition to looking at thestructure of jazz and explaining what qualities to look for in a piece, the author provides a complete chronology of the growth of jazz, from its beginnings in the rags of Scott Joplin, the New Orleans style of the 1920s made famous by Bessie Smith, Bix Beiderbecke and Louis Armstrong, the Swing Era with Benny Goodman, and Art Tatum, Be-Bop, post Be-Bop, to the greats of Modern Jazz, including Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard, and Wes Montgomery. Also including a list of suggestedrecordings, a section on the improvised solo, and a complete glossary of jazz terms, How To Listen To Jazz offers you a complete introduction to the entire jazz experience. . . the music and those who make it. / Librairie en anglais / Théorie / Livre

for Easy Piano. Par . Jazz Songs for Kids includes song notes and practice tips for 25 classic standards. With clear melody lines and easy to read chord changes, you'll be playing and singing your favorite jazz songs right away! / Niveau : Facile / Date parution : 2023-06-01/ Recueil / Piano

Here's a nice change-of-pace swing tune that will work great for contest or concerts. The tempo is relaxed just enough to make it easy for younger groups to handle comfortably. Plenty of tutti ensemble playing and lush harmonies.

Definitely one of Jerome Kern's best offerings! This easy arrangement features a moderate Latin groove with alternating swing sections. Nice!