Improvisation Series

John LaPorta needs no introduction to those in the jazz world. He has helped countless musicians develop a natural and intuitive approach to jazz improvising. A teacher of jazz improvisation for over fifty years, LaPorta's unique, straight-forward, and simple approach has become the standard by which other jazz improvisation methods are measured.

Learn the art of blues improvisation with Berklee Assistant professor Jeff Harrington. Learn to play the blues in several styles- jazz, Latin, fusion, and funk. Even if you are a complete beginner, this easy-to-understand guide will have you improvising in no time!

		Improvisation for Flute: The Scale/Mode Approach Expand the creative breadth of your soloing!   Book: $14.99
		Improvisation for Saxophone: The Scale/Mode Approach Expand the creative breadth of your soloing!   Book: $14.99
		Jazz Expression: A Toolbox for Improvisation Learn to develop your own style as you work with the building blocks of expression and articulation to craft your personal musical interpretation of a song.   DVD: $19.95
		Jazz Improvisation for Guitar: A Melodic Approach Improvise better solos by using triads and melodic extensions.   Book/CD: $24.99
		Latin Jazz Grooves Learn about Latin jazz grooves and Afro-Cuban melodic phrasing techniques on any instrument   DVD: $19.95
		Playing the Changes: Bass Effective improvisation can add fun and individuality to bass parts. In Playing the Changes: Bass, Paul Del Nero presents a unique improvisation strategy based on ear training and a linear interpretation of note relationships.   Book/CD: $19.95
		Playing the Changes: Guitar Effective improvisation can add fun and individuality to guitar parts. In Playing the Changes: Guitar, Mitch Seidman and Paul Del Nero present a unique improvisation strategy based on ear training and a linear interpretation of note relationships.   Book/CD: $19.95
		The Guitarist's Guide to Composing and Improvising Unleash the creative potential of your guitar, and express your imagination through your music. This inspiring, practical, and fun approach to composing and improvising will develop your sense of dynamics, articulation, rhythm, melodic direction, and musical E.S.P. A truly unique collection of creative resources for the curious guitarist.   Book/CD: $24.95
		A Guide to Jazz Improvisation: B-flat Instruments Includes jazz theory with practical explanations and applications of the jazz language for Bb instruments   Book/CD: $19.95
		Blues Improvisation Complete - Bb Master the art of blues improvisation. Learn to play the blues in several styles- jazz, Latin, fusion, and funk- with step-by-step instructions, practice tips, and a play-along CD. Even if you are a complete beginner, this easy-to-understand guide will have you improvising in no time!   Book/CD: $19.95
		A Guide To Jazz Improvisation: C Instruments For all C instruments. An invaluable resource for every aspiring jazz musician.   Book/CD: $19.95
		A Guide to Jazz Improvisation: Bass Clef Instruments Bass Clef musicians will learn to develop a natural and intuitive approach to improvising.   Book/CD: $19.99
		A Guide to Jazz Improvisation: E-flat Instruments For all Eb instruments. Features ear and rhythm training with call-and-response and play-along with legendary jazz artists on accompanying CD!   Book/CD: $19.99
		Blues Improvisation Complete - C Bass Learn to play the blues in several styles—jazz, Latin, fusion, rock, and funk—in all keys with step-by-step instructions, practice tips, and a play-along CD.   Book/CD: $19.95
		Blues Improvisation Complete - C Treble Master the art of blues improvisation. Learn to play the blues in several styles- jazz, Latin, fusion, and funk- with step-by-step instructions, practice tips, and a play-along CD. Even if you are a complete beginner, this easy-to-understand guide will have you improvising in no time!   Book/CD: $22.99
		Blues Improvisation Complete - Eb Learn to play the blues in several styles—jazz, Latin, fusion, rock, and funk—in all keys with step-by-step instructions, practice tips, and a play-along CD. Even if you are a complete beginner, this easy-to-understand instructional guide will get you improvising in no time!   Book/CD: $19.95