From the Publisher
This definitive book is designed for the intermediate clarinettist looking for an introduction to the world of jazz. Renowned jazz saxophonist Ollie Weston introduces key concepts step by step, explaining clearly and simply throughout, with the minimum of musical jargon. Improvisation is featured from the very beginning, with authentic live jazz trio recordings on the accompanying CD for you to play along with. Key subjects covered include: modes, swing playing, melodic development, the 2-5-1 progression, jazz blues progressions, pentatonic scales, jazz chord extensions, stylistic development, unique clarinet sounds and many more.
Our Description
This book provides a comprehensive guide to jazz clarinet. Each chapter contains tunes and exercises which will improve your playing in all areas - your technique, reading, creativity, improvisation and theory will all benefit as you gain an understanding of the history of jazz and of its innovators.
Key techniques and styles explained include:
The Blues Bebop
Chord types Funk
Pentatonics Latin
II-V-I progression Modal
Song forms and turnarounds
This book covers clear and concise guidance through harmonic and theoretical concept, with demo solos and outstanding backing tracks on the accompanying CD.
Item Details
Category: Clarinet Albums with Backing TracksPublisher: Schott
Publisher's reference: ED 13350D
Our Stock Code: 955072
Media Type: Paperback (204 pages [score]); includes accompaniment Online Audio
