Volumes 71-86 Jamey Aebersold Play-A-Longs
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Volume 71 EAST OF THE SUN (Famous Standards)

BOOK/CD $15.90

Twelve tracks of the best music ever written, brought to life by a tight rhythm section renowned for their sensitive style. Songs represented here appeal to a variety of musical tastes. Dan Haerle, Piano; Todd Coolman, Bass; Ed Soph, Drums.

Volume 72 STREET OF DREAMS
(12 Well-Known Standards)

BOOK/CD $15.90

The rhythm section sparkles on this exciting collection of one dozen of the world's most popular songs. You'll enjoy the variety and be impressed with the nice balance of old and new well-known selections. Dynamite rhythm section includes Mark Levine, Piano; Tyrone Wheeler, Bass; Barry Ries, Drums.

Volume 73 STOLEN MOMENTS
(Oliver Nelson Favorites)

BOOK/CD $15.90

Eleven Jazz favorites by the world-renowned composer, arranger, and saxophone recording artist, Oliver Nelson. Many are perennial bandstand favorites and the others are surely destined to be. This is a chance for everyone to discover and enjoy Oliver's brilliant melodic touch and harmonic sense. Professional rhythm section includes Andy LaVerne, Piano; Lynn Seaton, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums.

Volume 74 LATIN JAZZ

BOOK/CD $15.90

One dozen of the world's finest Standards done in the popular Latin Jazz style. A refreshing departure from the typical swing and bossa styles which have dominated Jazz in the past. The authentic rhythm section includes Mark Levine, Piano; David Belove, Bass; Harold Muniz and John Santos, various percussion.

Volume 75 COUNTDOWN TO GIANT STEPS

BOOK/2 CDs $19.95

This could have been titled "Baby Steps to Giant Steps." Finally, there is a "Steps"-by-step method of learning not only Giant Steps and Countdown, but also how to substitute those elusive chord changes for "standard" chord changes in well-known Standards. The second CD breaks down the Giant Steps cycle into simple segments at comfortable tempos. Also included are several well-known Standards with Giant Steps harmony substituted for the traditional harmony! The BEST way to learn Giant Steps harmony! Rhythm section includes Andy LaVerne, Piano; John Patitucci, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums.

Volume 76 HOW TO LEARN TUNES
by David Baker

BOOK/CD $19.95

Intermediate/Advanced. Until now, the task of memorizing tunes has required a great amount of time and has been left largely to chance by the musician. With no rules, guidelines, or systematic methods of study, the task has often left musicians with a great deal of confusion and frustration. This incredible work is a quick and easy method for learning and memorizing melodies and chord changes to any tune in any key! Cookin' CD rhythm section is fun to play with! Special listening/learning/play-a-long tracks take you through the most commonly used harmonic formulae and teach you how to recognize and remember forms both visually and aurally. The extensive book and large supplement give you all the practice tips and exercises you need and important information about tune composition that will have you not only memorizing, but UNDERSTANDING how changes work. Leave the fakebooks at home!

Volume 77 PAQUITO D'RIVERA:
Latin, Brazilian, Caribbean, Jazz & Beyond

BOOK/CD $15.90

From the source! Paquito produced and oversaw the recording himself, using his own world-renowned band! The diverse music presented here is a welcome addition to every musician's play-a-long library. This set contrasts the thrill of hot, exciting Latin classics with the meditative, laid-back feel of Brazilian favorites. A refreshing change of pace. Rhythm section includes Daniel Freiberg, Piano; Oscar Stagnaro, Bass; Mark Walker, Drums; Parnell Saturnino, Percussion.

Volume 78 Jazz "Holiday" Classics

BOOK/CD $15.90

Great jazz musicians have long enjoyed playing and recording the great Holiday classics. These songs have withstood the test of time and have gained widespread and timeless popularity for their ability to inspire a sense of warmth and nostalgia. And because it's from Jamey Aebersold, you can be sure that these fun gems have been given the ultra-hip treatment you'd expect. And with the incredible rhythm section, it all comes together in a great package that will inspire you for years to come. This play-a-long is like no other available, and will be one of the most enjoyable in your collection. Treat yourself to a priceless gift! Rhythm section: Andy LaVerne, Piano; Lynn Seaton, Bass; and Steve Davis, Drums.

Volume 79 Avalon

BOOK/CD $15.90

Twelve Great American songs from the Golden Age of popular music. These songs have been enjoyed and recorded in a variety of ways by countless musicians over different jazz eras. Get back to the root of today's music! Rhythm section: Dan Haerle, Lynn Seaton, and Ed Soph.

Volume 80 Indiana

BOOK/CD $15.90

One Dozen more Great American standards in the mode of Volume 79. Many contemporary compositions, particularly Bebop tunes, have taken their harmonies from these wonderful ageless songs. Rhythm section is Mark Levine, Tyrone Wheeler, and Barry Ries.

Volume 81 Contemporary Standards & Originals
WITH THE DAVID LIEBMAN GROUP

BOOK/CD $15.90

A new twist on old standards, David's challenging, inventive arrangements of well-known tunes are welcome additions to the library of every musician looking for a fresh perspective! David has substituted his own unique harmonies and grooves (odd meter, fusion, waltz, Modal, etc....) over the "standard" forms and harmonies to create something really special. Also included are several of David's original songs to explore. Don't miss this one!

Volume 82 Dexter Gordon

BOOK/CD $15.90

Only in his last years as an actor in the acclaimed movie "Round Midnight" did Dexter Gordon gain widespread popularity, but jazz musicians have known about him for decades--through his big sound, hard swing and roaring compositions. Learn and enjoy these songs which are part of his great legacy!

Volume 83 The Brecker Brothers

BOOK/CD $16.95

For years, musicians have been requesting a high quality funk/fusion play-a-long of well-known recorded hits.  This is it! The Grammy winning Brecker Brothers band has successfully blended jazz, electronics, and contemporary rhythms into exciting, energetic jazz that has become accessible to popular audiences without compromising quality.

Volume 84 Dominant Seventh Workout

BOOK/2 CDs  $19.95

The Dominant Seventh is possibly the most substituted, colored and altered sound in modern music.  Its flexibility and distinctive nature made it a favorite of composers throughout the twentieth century and allowed it to dominate Blues and Rock and Roll.  This unique play-a-long explores the very nature of the Dom 7 sound and describes different ways jazz masters have used it for color and texture.   Many written patterns will open your ears and allow you to practice links and patterns, refine your technique and reaction time, and give you the skills to navigate Dominant 7ths with confidence.

Volume 85 "Tunes You Thought You Knew"

BOOK/CDs  $15.90

Andy LaVerne is a well-respected musician much in demand all over the globe as well as author of such books as the “Handbook of Chord Substitutions” and Volume 75 of the Aebersold Series, “Countdown To Giant Steps.” Here he brings you ten classics standards and one original rewritten to reflect his own approach to harmonic substitution and feel. You’ll find yourself rediscovering the forms and melody of these important songs while being inspired to create your OWN reharmonizations! A great set to make these familiar tunes fresh again. Rhythm section is Andy LaVerne, Piano; Rufus Reid, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums

Volume 86 "Shoutin' Out" - Horace Silver Tunes

BOOK/CDs  $15.90

Few musicians and composers have influenced jazz the way Horace Silver has. His groups, recordings and compositions have helped define the very shape of jazz as we know it today... So here we continue the explorations of Volumes 17 and 18 of the Aebersold Series (which featured Horace’s tunes) to challenge and stretch your playing on these songs. A number of styles are represented and the rhythm section will help you make these tunes your own. Rhythm section is Mark Levine, Piano; Lynn Seaton, Bass; Adam Nussbaum, Drum

Volume 87 Benny Carter - "When Lights Are Low"

BOOK/CDs  $15.90

Benny Carter's music has been a pleasure for thousands of musicians, and he has clearly written some of the great standards of jazz, including the title track to this play-a-long set. Use this set to get more intimate with Benny's music. Harry Pickens, Piano; Tyrone Wheeler, Bass; Steve Davis, Drums

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