Harrington Blues Improvisation Complete

Composer: Jeff Harrington
Learn to improvise the blues in jazz, Latin, fusion, rock and funk
styles - 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 guide will get you improvising in no time! You'll
learn how to: create killer solos using the hundreds of great licks
included; get the sound of the blues under your fingers and in your
ears; improve your sound, playing and rhythm through technical studies
and exercises; increase your confidence using the helpful practice
routines; and jam in a variety of styles with the rhythm section on
the play-along CD. Develop essential skills in reading, technique,
listening, rhythmic syncopation, performance and solo composition with
this info-packed publication.
Jeff Harrington is an assistant professor in the Woodwind Department
at Berklee College of Music. He received his B.M. from Berklee and his
M.M. from the New England Conservatory of Music. Harrington is a tenor
saxophonist and recording artist, and has performed internationally
with artists including Ricky Ford, Milt Hinton, Toots Thielemans and
Makoto Ozone.