I Got Rhythm No 47 Play Along For All Instruments Book/Cd

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I Got Rhythm No 47 Play Along For All Instruments Book and CD

Jazz Play-A-Long for All Musicians

Immerse yourself in the foundational beats of jazz with the “I Got Rhythm No 47” Play Along Book and CD, a must-have for musicians of all levels. This comprehensive Jazz Play-A-Long set is designed to explore the crucial elements of playing rhythm, a skill at the core of all great jazz performances.

For decades, iconic jazz musicians, including Charlie Parkerwho famously practiced “I Got Rhythm” in all 12 keys and recorded these progressions on 28 separate occasionshave used these rhythms as the basis for innovation and improvisation. This set includes not only the written melody but also solo sections, and special slow recorded tracks that allow for a deeper understanding of the harmonies involved.

The book provides step-by-step instructions and examples of essential rhythm techniques and practices. It covers the use of various scales such as blues, diminished, pentatonic, and guides on playing the “changes,” all aimed at helping you achieve a performance-quality understanding of the “I Got Rhythm Changes.”

The rhythm section features Jim McNeely on piano, Todd Coolman on bass, and Steve Davis on drums, ensuring a professional and enriching play-along experience. Whether you’re learning the basics or refining sophisticated rhythmic techniques, this set offers everything you need to master the art of jazz rhythm. 96 pages.

Song Titles Include:

Ah a bossa
Almost like
Bebop o rooney
Blue top expresso
Climbing up
Flat tire flat tire
Groovin
Home court advantage
Is this blues
Oh yell
Put on your thinking cap
Slidin home
Weaving thru changes