Essential Elements For Jazz Ensemble Tuba - Book 2

Essential Elements For Jazz Ensemble Tuba - Book 2 

Level: 3

Continue your musical journey with Mike Steinel's "Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble Tuba - Book 2," a detailed follow-up to his popular series tailored specifically for tuba players. This comprehensive guide is designed to enhance both group performances and solo skills.

Starting with a brief review of foundational concepts from Book 1, this method integrates a series of daily warm-ups and workouts to prepare players for effective rehearsals. It progresses through a variety of lessons that delve into specific jazz styles and improvisation techniques, each culminating with a full band performance piece that reinforces the skills learned.

Features Include:

- Recap of important concepts from Book 1.
- Daily warm-ups and workouts to start rehearsals efficiently.
- Detailed lessons on various jazz styles and improvisation techniques.
- Nine full band pieces that align with each lesson, enhancing both group cohesion and individual performance.
- Background information on the significant cities, regions, and figures that have shaped the history of jazz.
- Access to all exercise recordings, including full band arrangements and sample solos.

Each copy of the book includes a unique access code for audio files on “MyLibrary” (internet connection required), which can be streamed or downloaded. The included PLAYBACK+ audio player allows users to manipulate the audio tracks for practice — slowing down without a pitch change, setting loop points, changing keys, and adjusting the stereo output — making it a versatile tool for both learning and teaching.