We Wish You a Jazzy Christmas (For Three-Part Mixed Voices with Keyboard and Optional Rhythm Parts). By Anonymous. Arranged by Carl Strommen. Mixed chorus. For 3-part Mixed and Keyboard W/Optional Rhythm Parts (2-part). Choral. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 12 pages. Published by Carl Fischer (CF.CM8937).

We Wish You a Jazzy Christmas (For SATB Voices with Keyboard and Optional Rhythm Parts). By Anonymous. Arranged by Carl Strommen. SATB chorus. For SATB, Keyboard, Acoustic Bass, Drum Set, Cowbell. Choral. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 12 pages. Published by Carl Fischer (CF.CM8936).

Take It to the Street. (A Study in New Orleans Street Beats and Second-Line Rhythms As Applied to Funk). By Stanton Moore. Percussion solo. For Percussion. Jazz. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 79 pages. Published by Carl Fischer (CF.DRM115).

Jazz Gloria (For SAB Voices with 3 Trumpets in Bb, String Bass, and Bongos). By Natalie Sleeth. Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Chamber ensemble. For Soprano, Alto, Baritone, Trumpet, Contrabass, Percussion. Choral. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 12 pages. Published by Carl Fischer (CF.CM8694).

Jazz Gloria (For Two-Part Treble Voices with 3 Trumpets in B-Flat, String Bass and Bongos). By Natalie Sleeth. Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Chamber ensemble. For High Voice I, High Voice II, Trumpet, Contrabass, Percussion. Choral. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 11 pages. Published by Carl Fischer (CF.CM8693).

Additional Features:
Aurally-presented Scales provide a foundation for more advanced improvisation study.
Pitch Sets are progressive - students learn to walk before they run.
Chords are introduced one at a time, allowing students to gradually master their harmonic understanding.
Rhythm Figures, taken from the jazz ensemble charts, help students to develop their understanding of the phrasing and articulations unique to jazz.
Improvisation Practice gives students the opportunity to apply what they learned in the Scale, Pitch Set, chord and Rhythm Figure exercises.
Let's Check Progress motivates students by allowing them to chart their growth.
Spotlights develop the individual skills of rhythm section players.
Instrument-specific recordings for all Jazz Starters, charts, and Lead Sheets are provided online in the First Place for Jazz Interactive Practice Studio.
Rhythm Sectionals build the rhythm section groove for the Jazz Ensemble Charts step-by-step.
Jazz Ensemble Charts cover rock, swing, and Latin styles, applying what students learn in the Jazz Starters, Spotlights, and Rhythm Sectionals. Books for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone include both lead and second parts on facing pages allowing all students on each instrument to use the same books.
All students can play the melody for each chart and strengthen their improv chops using the Lead Sheets. They are suitable for combo performance and individual practice.

THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU IF: - You want to get into jazz for the first time. - You want to play music by ear. - You want to learn how to improvise. - You just want to have fun playing jazz tunes! - You want to learn skills that will help you become a jazz pianist. Until now, jazz literature has primarily been accessible only to advanced players, leaving emerging pianists with a gap in their education. Thatis Jazz fills this gap with a collection of compelling and accessible tunes, covering the main jazz styles of swing, Latin, and rock. Each book is organized in a clear and consistent format including several unique components: - Warm Up pages focus on key concepts and technical aspects of each tune. - Going Further pages build improvisation skills and encourage creative exploration. - Optional duet parts enhance practice and performance. - Included CD features performances of all tunes, demonstrating their stylistic nuances.

That's Jazz Performance correlates with the popular That's Jazz method for beginning and intermediate jazz piano, and provide additional opportunities for students to use their new improvisational skills. Each tune includes an optional duet part while downloadable demonstration tracks and suggestions for MIDI keyboard enhancements make practicing even more fun! Going Further pages build on improvisation skills from That's Jazz and encourage further creative exploration. Students with an interest in jazz will love these books whether used as stand-alone repertoire or as a supplement to That's Jazz. more info >

The comprehensive approach of Artistry in Strings provides all the basic tools necessary for establishing solid technique and expressive music making! Perfect for classroom, group, or private instruction. Each book includes music theory, composition, listening exercise, improvisation, ensemble performances, and interdisciplinary studies for a well-rounded approach. Music styles include classical, jazz, country, rock and folk music from a variety of cultures around the world.The perfect primer level for young beginners! Students will establish solid string technique, strong rhythm skills, and a love of playing music that will ensure success and satisfaction as they progress in their studies.