"The focus of this book is for piano, bass, and drumset players to learn how to play in a rhythm section, comp behind horn players, and work on their own improvisation"--Introduction. Each song appears in the book 3 times, once for each instrument. Includes written-out sample solos by Rich Sigler, improvisation tips, and MP3 CD with demo and play-along tracks (performed by Tony Nalker, piano; Paul Henry, bass; Dominic Smith, drums; Pete BarenBregge, tenor saxophone; Rich Sigler, trumpet; Ben Patterson, trombone), including tempo changing software.
Contents:
Upper Manhattan Medical Group. by Duke Ellington -- Chelsea Bridge -- Freddie Freeloader / by Miles Davis -- Isfahan / by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn -- Johnny come lately -- Prelude to a kiss / by Duke Ellington -- Raincheck -- Take the A train -- Upper Manhattan Medical Group.
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