Description
15 tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today, with arrangements that are carefully researched and designed to accommodate teacher and pupil alike. An approach that encourages playing by ear. Includes ‘Minus-one' rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians. Written-out piano score and sections for improvised solos, with notated guideline pitches to get you started: the CD includes full performances & backing tracks. Background information including suggestions for further listening. Set for ABRSM Jazz Clarinet Grade 1 examination.
After Supper - Hefti, Neal
Awa – Dixon, Iain
Blues Backstage - Foster, Frank
Down by the Riverside – Trad. Spiritual
First Moves - Rollins, Sonny
Full Up - Dodd, Clement & Lyn, Robert
Is You Is, Or Is You Ain't (Ma' Baby)? - Jordan
Jumpin' at the Woodside - Basie
Li'l Darlin' - Hefti, Neal
Mack the Knife [Threepenny Opera, The] - Weill
Ran Kan Kan - Puente
St. James' Infirmary - Primrose, Joe
Steppin' Out - Iles, Nikki
Tokyo Blues, The - Silver, Horace
When the Saints Go Marchin' In – Trad. Spiritual