Alfred Publications
Series: Jazz Improvisation Series

Approaching the Standards for Jazz Vocalists is an innovative, user-friendly approach to vocal jazz improvisation. Designed for the individual or group and male or female vocalists, this book and sing-along CD contains ten classic jazz songs selected from and correlated to Approaching the Standards Volumes 1, 2 and 3. Included are the same essential features as the instrumental books: CD demo, clearly written improvisation examples, jazz vocabulary, transcription opportunities, informative composer insight and a useful discography. Whether beginning their studies or improving their vocal jazz skills, all serious singers must have this book!.

Now's the Time 
Satin Doll 
Softly, As in a Morning Sunrise 
Summertime 
I Got Rhythm 
Honeysuckle Rose 
Tenor Madness 
Bye Bye Blackbird 
Secret Love 
Take the "A" Train

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