A comprehensive method for jazz style and improvisation for semi-experienced baritone saxophone.

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This Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble book and CD combo is specifically designed to teach baritone sax players how to play jazz. The sax lessons are ideal for players with 1 or 2 years experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. It's great for individual or classroom use, and teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic saxophone theory are introduced in a simple and easy-to-understand approach. 2 CDs are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features include 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, as well as coverage of jazz history and people.

Hal Leonard Essential Elements Jazz Ensemble for Baritone Saxophone (Book with 2 CDs) Features:

Written by Mike Steinel
for baritone saxophone players

Song List:
A-Tisket A-Tasket
Ballin' The Jack
Boppin' Around
Ja-Da
Jingle Bells
London Bridge
Riffin' Around
Salsa Caliente
St. Louis Blues
When The Saints Go Marching In

Hal Leonard Essential Elements Jazz Ensemble for Baritone Saxophone (Book with 2 CDs) Specifications:

Width: 9.0"
Length: 12.0"
32 pages