Reeves, Scott D.
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This well-organized book combines all of the techniques that jazz musicians practice into a comprehensive whole. It covers practice patterns and scale
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s in all keys and tempos, transcribing solos of master improvisers, learning the jazz repertoire, and playing with other musicians. Chapter topics include how to practice, creatively improvise, and teach improvisation; major innovators; important contributors; women in jazz; chord substitutions; scales; and form. Each chapter also contains theory and ear exercises. Applicable to any instrument—or a classroom of varied instruments—this book is for jazz students and professionals at all levels of proficiency.
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