Jamey Aebersold - Vol.59 - Invitation - C - Bb

Due to the amazing popularity and success of our first organ play-a-long, VOL. 49 SUGAR, we are releasing our second edition featuring the incomparable Hank Marr on his Hammond B-3 organ with Steve Davis on drums. All songs recorded at relaxed "groove" tempos that inspire laid-back performance and open up whole new avenues of creativity. Same stereo separation as the other Volumes, allowing the bass or chording parts of the organ to be removed if desired through our special stereo separation. Rhythm section is Hank Marr-Hammond B-3 and Synth.; Steve Davis-Drums.Lyrics included.Music:InvitationMoonglowCaravanCeoraEasy LivingStar EyesJust FriendsStella By StarlightDay by DaySweet and LovelyIt Don't Mean a ThingOut of NowhereThe Nearness of YouYou...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.58 - Unforgetable Standards - C - Bb - Eb

Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. Lush ballads and swingin' standards for every occasion, tastfully played by an outstanding rhythm section and made "unforgettable" by such great Jazzmen as Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Ray Noble and Nat King Cole. A practical and enjoyable set for all Jazz players.Music:Let's Fall In LoveUnforgettableI'll Take RomanceImaginationGone With The WindIn The Wee Small Hours Of The MorningI Hadn't Anyone Till YouWhen You Wish Upon A StarLike Someone In LoveLullaby Of The LeavesPolka Dots And MoonbeamsSomeday My Prince Will ComeI'm Confessing That I Love You Fileso...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.57 - Minor Blues In All Keys - C - Bb - Eb

All levels. Here we have a typical minor blues in all 12 keys. Few chord progressions offer the freedom and variety of expression found in the minor blues progression. Great players have all approached this chord progression in a variety of ways; from attacking each chord vertically in its pure form to playing horizontally "across" the progression, usually with a blues or minor pentatonic scale, to taking all or part of the changes totally harmonically "out". A perfect practice set for all musicians! Fileso...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.56 - Thelonious Monk - C - Bb

Thelonious Monk was one of the most influential pianists/composers the Jazz World has ever produced. His originality and unorthodox style have fascinated both musicians and fans and continue to shape the styles of young players today. Assembled here is a vintage collection of Classic Monk; most of which need no introduction to even the most novice jazz fan. The rhythm section on this recording takes a "Monkish" approach to each song, capturing the true flavor of each of these great Jazz masterpieces and creating an exciting vehicle for the soloist to "ride" on.Music:In Walked BudIntrospectionRuby My Dear'Round MidnightEpistrophyI Mean YouWell You Needn'tMonk's MoodMonkishOff MinorBig Blues Fileso...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.55 - Yesterdays - C - Bb - Eb

Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. Don't leave home without knowing these 11 essential Standards by one of Americas's greatest composers, Jerome Kern. Kern's style of composing (fresh, flowing harmonies and memorable, lyrical melodies) caught the attention of Jazz players in the 40s and 50s and still inspires thousands of new musicians every day. Presented here for all musicians to learn and love, is what is generally considered his finest work.PIANO PLAYERS: Hal's comping on this Volume has been transcribed and put in book form!Rhythm section is Hal Galper, Piano; John Goldsby, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums.Music:The Song Is YouYesterdaysI'm Old FashionedWhy Do I Love YouDearly BelovedPick Yourself UpThe Way You Look TonightSmoke Gets...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.54 - Maiden Voyage - C - Bb - Eb

11 essential jazz standards and 3 important "workout" tracks for the student ready to make the transition from playing scales, chords and exercises to playing popular jazz standards. Excellent reference material that can be used as a resource for beginning improvisation . . . actual tunes instead of exercises! Features slower tempos and easier changes. Each selection includes it's own specific tips and suggestions on how to approach soloing over it. Scales are written out for every chord change. A wide variety of related publications (see below) make this the perfect jazz improvisation method for High School and College music directors. LONG AWAITED! Attention Educators! RELATED PUBLICATIONS: "Vol. 54 Transcribed Piano Voicings, Bass Lines...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.53 - Clifford Brown - C - Bb - Eb

Autographed original issue LP record. Limited offer! These are the LPs that started it all, and each is signed by Jamey! Even if you don't own a turntable, they make attractive musical tributes to another era and they are a great way to decorate your studio/practice room. Supplies are limited and subject change. Please note - this is the LP ONLY! This title is especially rare because it is out of print. This volume has been unavailable for many years, but we recently uncovered a limited quatity of LP records in our stock. BOOK NOT INCLUDED, so you'll have to find the sheet music elswhere if you don't already know these tunes. Order now! They won't last long! Side One: 1. Joy Spring 2. Jordu 3. Larue 4. Minor Mood 5. Tiny Capers 6....

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.52 - Collector's items - C - Bb - Eb

All Levels. Truly outstanding collection of tunes with emphasis on melody. As usual, Jazzmen have made each of these songs "standards" through their own performing. In particular, John Coltrane,Tommy Dorsey, Sarah Vaughn, and Benny Carter have enjoyed the songs well enough to record them over the decades. What better endorsement for the melodic and harmonic value of these great songs than this refreshing tour of great American songwriting Fileso...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.51 - Night And Day - C - Bb - Eb

Lyrics included. The thirteen songs included in this album are among the most popular ever produced by several of America's leading composers such as George Gershwin and Cole Porter. As in many other tunes adopted by the Jazz idiom, many of these originated in Broadway shows. There are beautiful ballads, bluesy slow swings, soaring melodies, interesting bridges, and daring lyrics in this set that have been discovered and reinvented by many of Jazz's most influential personalities, such as Art Tatum, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker and Michael Brecker. Try some of these out on your next club date and they'll be instant hits with the band!Music:Embraceable YouNight And DayThe Man I LoveTea For TwoI Got RhythmThree Little WordsI'm A Fool To Want...

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Jamey Aebersold - Vol.50 - The Magic Of Miles - C - Bb - Eb

All levels. These jazz classics represent a slice of Mile's illustrious career, from 1957 to 1964, during which Miles was at the apex of his popularity. As an example of Miles unparalleled influence as a trumpeter, composer and band leader, several of his sidemen Cannonball Adderly, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, David Liebman, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins and Wayne Shorter have all had play-a-longs of their own compositions presented here in this series! Commemorating the 50th play-a-long in the series, here are the classic tunes Miles Davis made famous. Pianists and everyone else interested in piano voicings/comping, now have the extra advantage of being able to purchase all of Mark Levine's piano comping transcribed note-for-note...

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