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Improvisation Series

Improv

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!

50449810_ImprovFlute_75 Improvisation for Flute: The Scale/Mode Approach
Expand the creative breadth of your soloing!  
Book: $14.99  
50449860_ImprovSax_75 Improvisation for Saxophone: The Scale/Mode Approach
Expand the creative breadth of your soloing!  
Book: $14.99  
Jazz Expression 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  
50449503_front_75 Jazz Improvisation for Guitar: A Melodic Approach
Improvise better solos by using triads and melodic extensions.  
Book/CD: $24.99  
Latin jazz Small Latin Jazz Grooves
Learn about Latin jazz grooves and Afro-Cuban melodic phrasing techniques on any instrument  
DVD: $19.95  
50449510_front_75 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  
PTC_Gtr_Small 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  
thumbnail 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  
Front cover 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  
thumbnail 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  
Front cover A Guide To Jazz Improvisation: C Instruments
For all C instruments. An invaluable resource for every aspiring jazz musician.  
Book/CD: $19.95  
thumbnail 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  
Front cover 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  
thumbnail 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  
thumbnail 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  
thumbnail 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  


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