Description
The saxophone is the quintessential jazz instrument, and there is a rich, exciting repertoire waiting to be discovered by newcomers. The Jazz Method for Saxophone shows instrumentalists of all ages the path from the first note to “classic” Monk, Parker and Rollins themes; But jazz pieces by today’s leading jazz musicians and composers are also covered. The book is supplemented by 69 tracks on CD. With a step-by-step introduction and pieces written specifically for this school, the fundamental elements of solid saxophone technique – breath control, tone formation, embouchure, tongue thrust and fingering – are explained along with the rhythmic finesses of jazz music (for example syncopated rhythms and eighth-note phrasing). Through the systematic study of scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and ear training tips, the student is encouraged to improvise right from the start. Additional practical tips such as choosing reeds, caring for the instrument as well as a bibliography and a discography make The Jazz Method for Saxophone an ideal companion both for students who want to learn by themselves and for those who also take lessons with a teacher.
