Creative Jazz Improvisation
Author | : Scott D. Reeves |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 278 |
Release | : 1995 |
ISBN-10 | : UCSC:32106013309635 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Creative Jazz Improvisation written by Scott D. Reeves and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This well-organized book combines all of the techniques that jazz musicians practice into a comprehensive whole. It covers practice patterns and scales 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.