Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble a Comprehensive Method for Jazz Style and Improvisation

This instructional book is tailored for students with one or two years of playing experience who are new to jazz. It employs a step-by-step method to teach swing style using familiar songs, making it suitable for both individual and classroom settings. The content simplifies improvisation through short phrases and introduces scales and basic theory clearly. Included are two CDs with recordings of exercises and arrangements, along with seven full band arrangements, sample solos, and insights into jazz history and notable figures.