Jazz Basics - Trombone and Baritone B.C Book

Jazz Basics - Trombone and Baritone B.C Book

The Fundamentals of Improvisation for the Young Musician The Fundamentals of Improvisation for the Young Musician (Grade 2 - 3)

"Jazz Basics: Trombone and Baritone B.C. Book" is a meticulously crafted method designed to introduce young musicians, particularly at Grade 2-3 level, to the essentials of jazz improvisation. Tailored specifically for trombone and baritone players, this book provides a structured, step-by-step approach to improvisation, making it an excellent resource for use within a full jazz ensemble setting.

The book contains a diverse array of exercises that focus on both even eighth note and swing eighth note styles, in addition to units centred around B-flat and E-flat major scales, D, F, and E-flat Dorian scales, and the B-flat blues scale. These exercises are crafted to prepare students for more sophisticated levels of improvisation, setting a foundation that leads into Jamey Aebersold's acclaimed play-along series, "Volume 1: Jazz: How to Play and Improvise."

Improvisation lessons in this method are built around repertoire, with each unit presenting a composition that reinforces the introduced concepts, skills, and tonalities. This approach ensures that students not only master the technicalities of improvisation but also understand how to apply these skills musically.

Furthermore, this book is part of a correlating series of performance music, and the conductor's score includes two CDs packed with numerous aural exercises and performance examples. This comprehensive suite of resources offers robust support for both students and educators, enhancing the learning experience in the dynamic world of jazz.