Tradition

Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 years playing experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great for individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 full band arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.

Team Woodwind is designed for everyone who wants to learn to play woodwind. This method:

• presents a flexible course which can be tailored to suit each student
• is ideal for individual, group or class tuition
• contains plenty of carefully graded music in a wide variety of styles
• encourages ensemble playing with varied repertoire for mixed wind group and integrates with ensemble music in Team Strings, Team Brass, Team Recorder and Team Percussion
• offers more than 40 pieces which can be played in unison between flute and clarinet
• contains over 50 well-known titles selected from the worlds of pop, jazz and the shows, as well as traditional and folk material
• provides imaginative piano accompaniments for selected pieces and chord symbols where appropriate
• develops instrument-related aural skills, improvisation and composition
• offers helpful notes for the teacher, together with clear ensemble scores.