Carl Fischer Niehaus Lennie - Basic Jazz Conception Vol.2 - Saxophone
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Summary of This Book
Originally designed for saxophone but perfectly suited for all melodic instruments, this collection of jazz studies is an essential resource for gaining ease, musicality, and consistency. Continuing the pedagogical approach of the first volume, it first offers 12 accessible exercises, perfect for establishing clean technique: articulation, rhythmic placement, interval accuracy, breath or gesture continuity, and tone control across the entire range. These pages serve as a natural springboard to the 10 studies, written to put into practice the essential reflexes of the jazz language (phrasing, accentuation, phrasing structure, breathing, melodic motifs). The major advantage of the book lies in the training with the rhythm section: each study is recorded in three keys, allowing instruments in Eb, Bb, and C to play immediately with an adapted backing track, without needing to transpose. The result: you can focus on expression, swing, intonation, and ensemble listening, just like in rehearsal or jam sessions. An excellent choice for students, self-taught musicians, and players seeking a progressive, motivating method oriented towards "real playing."
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Instrumentation | all instruments (designed for saxophone) | Genre | jazz studies / jazz method |
| Collection | Vol. 2 (continuation of Vol. 1) | Difficulty | easy |
Questions frequently asked
Is this collection intended only for saxophone?
The collection is designed for saxophone, but its content is suitable for all melodic instruments.
Are there playbacks for Eb, Bb, and C instruments?
The 10 studies are recorded in three keys to offer a track adapted for Eb, Bb, and C instruments. Therefore, transposition is not necessary to play along with the rhythm section.
What is the level of Basic Jazz Conception Vol.2?
The declared difficulty is easy. The progression starts with 12 accessible exercises, followed by 10 studies focused on jazz phrasing, form, and melodic motifs.
Which technical aspects are worked on in the exercises?
The method works particularly on articulation, rhythmic placement, and interval accuracy. Sound control across the entire range as well as breath or gesture continuity are also addressed.
How many exercises and studies are included in this volume 2?
Each volume contains 12 exercises and 10 jazz studies. The studies allow practical application of jazz language reflexes with rhythm section accompaniment.
