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A 296-page book, "Jazz Licks - Bass Clef Version," offers a rich array of jazz licks and melodic ideas over common chord progressions such as "Major 2 5 1," "Minor 2 5 1", "All The Things You Are," "How High the Moon," "On the Sunny Side of the Street," "The Days of Wine and Roses," "Someday My Prince Will Come," "Take Five," and more. With an emphasis on great print quality, the book provides a user-friendly experience that is equally valuable for both students and professional musicians. The jazz licks are transcribed in all 12 keys, allowing for flexible practice and application across different contexts. Many of the licks were originally played on other instruments, offering a fresh perspective on traditional bass guitar soloing.
"Jazz Licks - Treble Clef Version" is a versatile collection of jazz licks and melodic patterns suitable for a variety of C, Eb, and Bb instruments. The book covers chord progressions such as "Major 2 5 1 6," "Autumn Leaves," "Blues," "Lullaby of Birdland," "Stella by Starlight," "Take the A Train," and more—totaling 20 tunes in all 12 keys. This large-format book offers excellent print quality, providing an enhanced user experience. It can serve as a bebop language dictionary, a source of inspiration, or a practice book for sight-reading and daily exercises.
"Jazz Licks for Guitar" is a curated collection of jazz licks focusing on the classic "Major 2 5 1" chord progression. The book features both standard notation and guitar tablatures, making it easier for musicians to read and apply the licks in their practice and performances. The licks are written out in all 12 keys. Some licks are sourced from other instruments, providing fresh insights and new perspectives to jazz guitar soloing.
"Jazz Licks for Guitar" is a comprehensive collection of jazz licks centered around the essential "Minor 2 5 1" chord progression. The book includes guitar tablatures alongside standard notation, streamlining the learning process and making it accessible for players of all levels. Licks are transcribed in all 12 keys. Some licks are adapted from other instruments, offering fresh viewpoints and unique approaches to jazz guitar solos. Let this guide enrich your musical repertoire and inspire your next performance.