Volumes 51-60 Jamey Aebersold Play-A-Longs
Detailed Descriptions

Volume 51 NIGHT AND DAY

All levels. Lyrics included. The thirteen songs included in this album are among the most popular ever produced by several of America’s leading composers such as George Gershwin and Cole Porter. As in many other tunes adopted by the Jazz idiom, many of these originated in Broadway shows. There are beautiful ballads, bluesy slow swings, soaring melodies, interesting bridges, and daring lyrics in this set that have been discovered and reinvented by many of Jazz’s most influential personalities, such as Art Tatum, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker and Michael Brecker. Try some of these out on your next club date and they’ll be instant hits with the band! Rhythm section is Jim McNeely, piano; Steve Gilmore, bass; and Bill Goodwin, drums.

Volume 52 COLLECTOR'S ITEMS

All levels. Lyrics included. Here is truly an outstanding collection of tunes for you to learn, with the emphasis on melody. Written over a span of thirty-seven years, these songs all fall within the great popular song tradition. As usual, Jazzmen over the years have made each of these songs “standards” through their own performing tradition. In particular, jazz greats such as John Coltrane, Tommy Dorsey, Sarah Vaughn, and Benny Carter have enjoyed the songs well enough to record them over the decades. What better endorsement for the melodic and harmonic value of these great songs? Join our exciting rhythm section for a refreshing tour of great American song writing. This outstanding rhythm section features Rob Schneiderman, piano; Rufus Reid, bass; Akira Tana, drums.

Volume 54 MAIDEN VOYAGE

Beginning/intermediate level. 11 essential jazz standards and 3 important “workout” tracks for the student ready to make the transition from playing scales, chords and exercises to playing popular jazz standards. Excellent reference material that can be used as a resource for beginning improvisation . . . actual tunes instead of exercises! Features slower tempos and easier changes. Each selection includes it’s own specific tips and suggestions on how to approach soloing over it. Scales are written out for every chord change. A wide variety of related publications (see below) make this the perfect jazz improvisation method for High School and College music directors. LONG AWAITED! Rhythm section is Jamey Aebersold, piano; Tyrone Wheeler, bass; and Steve Davis, drums.

RELATED PUBLICATIONS: “Vol. 54 Transcribed Piano Voicings, Bass Lines and Drum Play-A-Long.” Also see Vol. 70 “Killer Joe” for more easy standards.

Volume 55 YESTERDAYS -
JEROME KERN'S JAZZ CLASSICS

Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. Don’t leave home without knowing these 11 essential Standards by one of Americas’s greatest composers, Jerome Kern. Kern’s style of composing (fresh, flowing harmonies and memorable, lyrical melodies) caught the attention of Jazz players in the 40s and 50s and still inspires thousands of new musicians every day. Presented here for all musicians to learn and love, is what is generally considered his finest work. PIANO PLAYERS: Hal’s comping on this Volume has been transcribed and put in book form! See the MORE AEBERSOLD section. Rhythm section is Hal Galper, Piano; John Goldsby, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums.

RELATED PUBLICATIONS: “Hal Galper’s Transcribed Comping.”

Volume 56 THELONIUS MONK

Intermediate/advanced level. Thelonious Monk was one of the most influential pianists/composers the Jazz World has ever produced. His originality and unorthodox style have fascinated both musicians and fans and continue to shape the styles of young players today. Assembled here is a vintage collection of Classic Monk; most of which need no introduction to even the most novice jazz fan. The rhythm section on this recording takes a “Monkish” approach to each song, capturing the true flavor of each of these great Jazz masterpieces and creating an exciting vehicle for the soloist to “ride” on. Rhythm section is Mark Levine, piano; Todd Coolman, bass; Ed Soph, drums.

Volume 57 MINOR BLUES IN ALL KEYS

All levels. Here we have a typical minor blues in all 12 keys. Few chord progressions offer the freedom and variety of expression found in the minor blues progression. Great players have all approached this chord progression in a variety of ways; from attacking each chord vertically in its pure form to playing horizontally “across” the progression, usually with a blues or minor pentatonic scale, to taking all or part of the changes totally harmonically “out”. A perfect practice set for all musicians! Rob Schneiderman, piano; Akira Tana, drums; Rufus Reid, bass.

Volume 58 UNFORGETTABLE

Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. Lush ballads and swingin’ standards for every occasion, tastfully played by an outstanding rhythm section and made “unforgettable” by such great Jazzmen as Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Ray Noble and Nat King Cole. A practical and enjoyable set for all Jazz players. Rhythm section is Hal Halper-Piano; Wayne Dockery-Bass; Steve Ellington-Drums.

Volume 59 INVITATION (with B-3 Organ!)

Intermediate/advanced level. Lyrics included. Due to the amazing popularity and success of our first organ play-a-long, VOL. 49 SUGAR, we are releasing our second edition featuring the incomparable Hank Marr on his Hammond B-3 organ with Steve Davis on drums. All songs recorded at relaxed “groove” tempos that inspire laid-back performance and open up whole new avenues of creativity. Same stereo separation as the other Volumes, allowing the bass or chording parts of the organ to be removed if desired through our special stereo separation. Rhythm section is Hank Marr-Hammond B-3 and Synth.; Steve Davis-Drums.

Volume 60 FREDDIE HUBBARD

Intermediate/advanced level. Eleven bandstand favorites composed and recorded by one of Jazz’s greatest trumpet innovators. A different direction than most of our other play-a-longs in that many of the tunes incorporate new musical influences and styles such as rock, latin and fusion. A perfect set for anyone wishing to “spice up” their repertory. A total of eight highpowered professional musicians back you up on this set in a variety of combinations to give every song a slightly different feel and make the whole set come alive! Rhythm section is Dan Haerle or Mark Levine-Piano; Todd Coolman or John Goldsby-Bass; Ed Soph or Barry Ries- Drums

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