Aebersold Aebersold N°32 - Ballads + CD
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Summary of This Method
This method highlights the art of the jazz ballad: those who master slow tempo, breathing, and smooth chord changes immediately capture the audience. Through 8 timeless standards, you work on the accuracy of harmonic changes, rhythmic placement, and especially the essential "feeling" to make a melody sing. The content is designed to be directly playable and usable both in rehearsal and on stage: each piece offers the melody, chords, and lyrics to build a complete and musical interpretation, whether you are an instrumentalist or accompanist. The transposed parts facilitate integration with other musicians and allow you to focus on what matters most: tone, dynamics, and storytelling. The rhythm section, composed of Hal Galper (piano), Steve Gilmore (bass), and Bill Goodwin (drums), provides a solid and inspiring musical framework to learn "in the style" and develop a more mature approach to ballads. Included repertoire: Lover Man, Soul Eyes, Chelsea Bridge, Skylark, Lush Life, You've Changed, Ballad Blues, You Don't Know What Love Is.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Jazz, Blues, Soul | Publication | Sheet music |
| Artists | Hal Galper (piano), Steve Gilmore (bass), Bill Goodwin (drums) | Language | English (lyrics) |
| Instrumentation | All instruments (transposed parts included) | Difficulty | All levels (beginner to professional) |
| Genre | Jazz sheet music (standards, ballads) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which standards are included in Aebersold No. 032 Ballads + CD?
The collection includes 8 standards: Lover Man, Soul Eyes, Chelsea Bridge, Skylark, Lush Life, You've Changed, Ballad Blues, and You Don't Know What Love Is.
Is this jazz ballads method suitable for all instruments?
Transposed parts are included for all instruments. The content allows working on ballads in ensemble with other musicians.
Who performs on the backing CD?
The rhythm section features Hal Galper on piano, Steve Gilmore on bass, and Bill Goodwin on drums. This accompaniment provides a framework to work on rhythmic placement and harmonic progressions. The tracks can thus be approached in the style of a jazz section.
Do the scores include lyrics and chords?
Each piece presents the melody, chords, and lyrics in English. It is therefore possible to build a complete interpretation, instrumentally or with accompaniment.
What level is required to work on these 8 ballads?
The book is intended for all levels, from beginner to professional, focusing on working with slow tempo and the feel of jazz ballads.
