Publisher: Advance Music
Level: intermediate to advanced

The Essence of Bebop is the new series by critically acclaimed New York saxophonist Jim Snidero. The Essence of Bebop reveals the heart and soul of this groundbreaking jazz style and is the first real "manual" for mastering bebop.

10 studies are inspired by Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Hank Mobley, Dizzy Gillespie, John Coltrane, and many more, offering a unique basis for study and analysis.
Historical insights as well as recommended listening and reading make this edition an indispensable part of jazz education.

The downloadable play-along recording has versions with and without the soloist, and features Grant Stewart (tenor sax), Mike LeDonne (piano), Peter Washington (bass), and Joe Farnsworth (drums). 

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