Jazz Duets For Cello Book - 25 Easy Pieces in First Position

Jazz Duets For Cello Book

25 Easy Pieces in 1st Position Written by Italian Jazz Cellist and Teacher Lucio Amanti

Dive into the world of jazz cello with "Jazz Duets For Cello," authored by Italian jazz cellist and educator Lucio Amanti. This book is a collection of 25 easy duet pieces, meticulously composed to introduce beginner cellists to the vibrant nuances of jazz music. Each duet is crafted for performance in the first position, making them accessible yet progressively challenging as the player advances through the book.

Amanti's arrangements focus on fundamental jazz techniques, such as varying fingerings, bowing styles, and harmonic explorations. This setup not only boosts technical skill but also opens the door to improvisation. By including harmonic symbols, the book encourages students to play the pieces as written and then use the chords as a basis for improvisational practice.

"Jazz Duets For Cello" stands out by providing a fresh pedagogical approach to learning cello, combining structured duet playing with the creative freedom of jazz improvisation. This 36-page book is a valuable resource for any cello student eager to explore jazz or for teachers looking to incorporate new styles into their teaching repertoire.

Pieces Include:

Warming up
Valse for two
Feeling blue
Show me what you got
Ashia
School day
Milonga de La
Ada
Rainer's delight
Try to keep this one
Fandango
Doubles doubles
Swing
German trains
Ika
Just like little bells
Robin
A mildly positive afternoon
Clave's Schlussel
Dona Lei
A little harder now
In a shifting mood
My first bop
Borrow seven
Miles and miles away