Fake Books
Intermediate/Advanced. 8 more classic compositions for all musicians wishing to find out what "it's all about." Includes the historical "Giant Steps." Coltrane could also "cook" on a simple straight-ahead blues, as evidenced in this set. The rhythm section provides the perfect rhythmic feel for each tune and weaves a beautiful harmonic fabric for you to play along with.

Rhythm Section: Harold Maybern (p); Ron Carter (b); Adam Nussbaum (d)
Includes:
1 Impressions
2 Dear Lord
3 Giant Steps
4 A Love Supreme
5 26-2
6 Mr. Day
7 Up Against The Wall
8 Countdown
$8.00 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
Easy Jazz Conception for Guitar
Soloist: Joe Cohn, Guitar
For jazz phrasing, interpretation and improvisation.

A new and exciting way for guitar players to learn and practice basic jazz style.
This book/CD set features 15 solo etudes based on blues and standard chord progressions, demonstrated by Joe Cohn on guitar along with a world-class rhythm section: Mike LeDonne, piano; Peter Washington, bass; and Kenny Washington, drums.
The recording features two separate versions of each etude: one with the soloist and rhythm section and one with the rhythm section only. See and hear how the soloist phrases, play with or without the soloist on the CD and learn basic jazz style first-hand.
$10.00 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
Jack Wilkins Windows (Artist Transcription Guitar) (Paperback)
Matching folio to the classic album by legendary jazz guitarist Jack Wilkins. 6 songs including 'Canzona', 'Naima', 'Pinocchio', 'Red Clay', 'Song For The Last Act' and 'Windows'.
$12.95 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
Tetra Chord
Jazz books on sale all brand new and a great way to speed up your learning.
Intermediate/Advanced. A new twist on old standards, David's challenging, inventive arrangements of well-known tunes are welcome additions to the library of musicians looking for a fresh perspective. David has substituted his own unique harmonies and grooves (odd meter, fusion, waltz, etc.) to create something really special.

Rhythm Section: Phil Markowitz (p); Vic Juris (g); Tony Marino (b); Jimmy Hadda (Drums & Percussion)
Includes:
1 Nica's Dream
2 Down Time
3 All Blues
4 Falling Stones
5 India
6 For Lydia
7 Off A Bird
8 Green Dolphin Street
9 Master Of The Obvious
10 Dancing In The Dark
11 Maiden Voyage
12 What It Is
13 Easy Nuff
14 The Sun King
15 Dancing On Bird's Grave
$8.00 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
Intermediate/Advanced. This could have been titled "Baby Steps to Giant Steps." Finally, there is a "steps" method of learning not only Giant Steps and Countdown, but also how to substitute those elusive chord changes for "standard" chord changes in well-known standards. The second CD breaks down the Giant Steps cycle into simple segments at comfortable tempos. Also included are several well-known standards with Giant Steps harmony subsitiuted for the traditional harmony! The BEST way to learn Giant Steps harmony!

Rhythm Section: Andy LaVerne (p); John Patitucci (b); Steve Davis (d)

Includes:
Countdown
Giant Steps
Satellite
26-2
Body And Soul
Exotica
Central Park West
Fifth House
Night Has A Thousand Eyes
Step By Step
But Not For Me
Plus a second CD of 17 "primer" tracks!


16.95 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
NOW INCLUDES TAB as well as "standard" notation! Contains 10 finger/transcribed solos based on "standard" chord changes by the great Barry Galbraith. Recording contains Mark Slifstein playing the transcribed solos with Milt Hinton on bass and Barry comping behind you. Turn off the Slifstein channel and solo with Barry and Milt comping behind you. Turn off the other channel and comp with Milt behind Mark, or listen to both channels and enjoy the trio.
$12.95 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail
Compiled by Bill Dobbins. Not just another play along. A complete book/CD play along method for learning jazz improv for all instruments. Includes 6 classics from the jazz keyboard legend, each broken down and analyzed. Also include pull out parts for C, Bb, Eb, and Bass clef instruments. Large, 9 x 12 format. CD contains both play along tracks and listening tracks, where stllar New York musicians play just as they would a on a straight-ahead jazz recording; heads, solos, etc... Key prases from their solos are transcibed and discussed as an important part of the learning process.

All-star jazz group includes Randy Brecker, Jo Lovano, Bill Dobbins, Ron McClure, and Billy Hart.

Includes:
Spain
Friends
Litha
The Loop
Straight Up And Down
La Fiest
$25.95 + $3.00 US Postal Service Media Mail