Set the Stage: Jazz Combo Arrangements & Instruction (Downloadable Version)

Description

Set the Stage combo books, by Randy Hunter, provide a comprehensive method for starting a jazz ensemble in a variety of small group settings. Easy to intermediate level selections in a variety of jazz styles are included to make this an enjoyable introduction to playing jazz for students of all ages.

Three part jazz combo arrangements with soli and solo sections create the feel of playing in a full jazz ensemble with as few as three players. First, second and third part books are available for a variety of wind instruments. Rhythm section books are available for piano, guitar, bass and drums.

Demonstration and practice tracks are included for each instrument. The wind instrument practice tracks may be used in performances when a rhythm section is not available.

The tunes are based on minor, dominant and major chords with no alterations. Along with the inclusion of improvisation and scale suggestions, these playable chord changes make improvisation possible for students having basic skills on their instruments. The wind instrument books provide optional written solos that may be used as improvisational studies.

Rhythm section books focus on teaching players to interpret and perform various styles using lead sheets and lead sheet type combo charts. Complete guidelines include suggested and alternate chord voicings, comping rhythms, bass lines and drumming patterns.

View samples from the books in this YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLwqoGPcCBRaiUUVOV4j0J29Qf0KLLWMq