Format : Sheet music + CD
SKU: AD.ADG242
ISBN 9781958017296. UPC: 663389124226. 9 x 12 inches.
The Blues Play A Long and Solos Collection for Harmonica is an indispensable instructional book written by renowned musician and educator, Andrew D. Gordon.Specifically designed for beginners, this book provides a comprehensive guide to playing the blues on the bass while offering a plethora of play-along tracks and soloing opportunities.Andrew D. Gordon, with his extensive experience as a multi-instrumentalist and music educator, has meticulously crafted this book to cater to harmonica players who want to delve into the captivating world of blues music. Whether you're a complete novice or have some basic knowledge of the harmonica, this book will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals of blues playing, enabling you to develop your skills and confidence.The Blues Play-Along and Solos Collection for harmonica is part of an esteemed series of instructional books, with other editions available for a variety of instruments such as piano/keyboards, guitar, bass, alto and tenor saxophone, flute, trumpet, trombone, ukulele, recorder, mandolin, bass and violin. This series ensures that musicians across different disciplines can explore the blues genre and its unique characteristics.Key features of The Blues Play-Along and Solos Collection for Harmonica include: Play-Along Tracks: Explore a diverse selection of 30 professionally produced play-along tracks, featuring authentic blues grooves in various Blues styles, keys and tempos such as: Funky Blues, Boogie Blues, Jazz Blues, Minor Blues, Country Blues, Latin Blues, Old Time Jazz Blues, Jazz Swing Blues, Classic Blues Rock, Soulful Blues, Slow Blues and many more. These tracks allow you to apply your newly acquired skills and play alongside a band, providing an immersive and enjoyable practice experience.Each of the 30 play-a-long tracks has been recorded with 10 choruses of the 12 bar blues progression giving you the opportunity practice soloing techniques totaling over 3 hours of music. Each of the 30 Blues styles contains a solo improvisational melody line, 12 measures in length, designed for the beginner student in mind as a starting point to create your own improvisational solos.Soloing Techniques: Discover various soloing techniques and improvisational approaches, empowering you to create your own expressive solos and melodies within the blues framework. Repertoire Building: Develop a repertoire of blues songs, licks, and riffs specifically tailored for the harmonica. Expand your musical vocabulary and gain confidence in your ability to perform and jam with others.Music Notation : The book contains clear and easy-to-read music notation ensuring accessibility for beginners and facilitating a smooth learning process. Whether you aspire to perform on stage, jam with friends, or simply enjoy playing the bass at home.The Blues Play-Along and Solos Collection for Harmonica provides you with all the tools you need to embark on an exciting blues journey. Andrew D. Gordon's expertise and passion for teaching music shine through in this book, making it an essential resource for any bass player seeking to explore the expressive and soulful realm of blues music.
SKU: HL.49016269
ISBN 9783795751166. 8.25x11.75x0.254 inches. German.
Das Buch richtet sich an Pianisten und Keyboarder, die stiltypische rhythmisch-harmonische Begleitmuster suchen. Auch in diesem zweiten Band werden wieder eine Fulle von Patterns vorgestellt, und zwar aus den Bereichen Boogie Woogie, Rhythm & Blues, Rock'n'Roll, Rock Five Four, Seven Four, Funk, Jazzrock, Reggae, Salsa, Rap/HipHop, Techno. Zu jedem Kapitel gibt es eine kurze Einfuhrung, die Geschichte und Entwicklung eines Stils beschreibt. Danach werden die musikalischen Besonderheiten untersucht. Durch Anwendungsbeispiele und kleine Ubungen wird der Pianist angeleitet, die Patterns auf verschiedene musikalische Situationen zu ubertragen. Auf der CD, die dem Band 1 beiliegt, sind auch diese Patterns solo auf Klavier eingespielt worden. So konnen Musiker die Stile akustisch nachvollziehen und mit den Play Alongs den passenden Groove einuben.
