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Reddit mentions of The Jazz Language: A Theory Text for Jazz Composition and Improvisation

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We found 4 Reddit mentions of The Jazz Language: A Theory Text for Jazz Composition and Improvisation. Here are the top ones.

The Jazz Language: A Theory Text for Jazz Composition and Improvisation
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  • This text presents all of the materials commonly used by the jazz musician in a logical order dictated both by complexity and need
  • The book is not intended to be either an arranging or improvisation text, but a pedagogical reference providing the information musicians need to pursue any activity they wish
  • This text presents all of the materials commonly used by the jazz musician in a logical order dictated both by complexity and need
  • The book is not intended to be either an arranging or improvisation text, but a pedagogical reference providing the information musicians need to pursue any activity they wish
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Found 4 comments on The Jazz Language: A Theory Text for Jazz Composition and Improvisation:

u/jeffreyhamby · 6 pointsr/musictheory

My bias will show, but this one was by one of my professors and he was an amazing teacher.

https://www.amazon.com/Jazz-Language-Theory-Composition-Improvisation/dp/0760400148

u/heavyweather77 · 4 pointsr/Saxophonics

For getting better at the saxophone as an instrument -- playing mechanics like finger technique, tone production, air support, tongue position, articulation, etc -- there's no substitute for a private teacher combined with lots of individual study and practice of recordings. Charlie Parker learned how to play by thoroughly absorbing a few records by his heroes (Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins, etc) and then developing his own ideas from there. It's a good way to go.

In terms of practical theory that'll help with improvisation, writing, and just generally understanding and internalizing how things work in jazz (and most American music for that matter), I always recommend Dan Haerle's book "The Jazz Language." It's skinny, inexpensive, and extremely well put together, with everything you need to know about modern harmony as a gigging musician. Dan is a fantastic teacher and musician, and his book is a staple in many university jazz programs. It's worth a look!

u/Raspberry_Mango · 1 pointr/singing

Thanks for the gold - my first!

I learned SO MUCH in my undergrad and master's degrees in jazz performance. I'm not sure what style you're really going for here (although I had your melody stuck in my head in a Latin jazz style), but one of the most useful resources was this book:

https://www.amazon.ca/Jazz-Language-Theory-Composition-Improvisation/dp/0760400148

It's not a giant text so it's very affordable and digestible. But there wasn't a lot of reliance on texts or reading in my program (when it comes to jazz theory). We got a thorough understanding of music theory and jazz theory through practical application in private lessons and participatory courses like Improvisation or Jazz Styles.

Also I think I'm pretty smart about this stuff in general :)

Wish I had more concrete resources to offer you! Feel free to PM with Qs any time.

I have a debut neo-soul single coming out in May :) I'll send you my social media stuff if you're interested in hearing it!

u/shrediknight · 1 pointr/Guitar

You need to branch out into harmony. Theory is just the nuts and bolts, harmony is how everything works and relates. Any serious study of harmony necessitates a good working knowledge of written music because then you can see on paper how the notes move and how they relate (or don't relate) to the key. Jazz harmony has a few of its own rules added to classical Western harmony but the basics are the same. This is the book I used in college, it does a great job, especially for people who are not jazz players (like myself). It does require a rudimentary theory knowledge to be beneficial.