First Place for Jazz 1st & 2n Alto Saxophone
Introductory Method for Jazz Ensemble
by Dean Sorenson
Alto Saxophone - Sheet Music

Band Alto Sax - Grade 1

SKU: KJ.W75XE

Introductory Method for Jazz Ensemble. Composed by Dean Sorenson. Band method. First Place for Jazz. Jazz, Methods. Method Book. 56 pages. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #W75XE. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.W75XE).

ISBN 9780849771019. 9 x 12 inches.

First Place for Jazz is a comprehensive jazz curriculum built from the ground up — essential for implementing the jazz ensemble curriculum. The book is divided into three sections by key: Concert Bb, F, and Eb. Within each section the major, Mixolydian, Dorian, and blues scales and correlated chords of that key are introduced through Jazz Starters, Rhythm Section Spotlights, and Rhythm Sectionals. These enrichments prepare students to play each of the 12 original grade 1-2 Jazz Ensemble Charts and Lead Sheets. Suitable for group or individual instruction, this unique organization, combined with a host of innovative features including Kjos Interactive Practice Studio and availability in SmartMusic, will provide bands with the tools it will need.

First Place for Jazz is a comprehensive jazz curriculum built from the ground up — essential for implementing the jazz ensemble curriculum. The book is divided into three sections by key: Concert Bb, F, and Eb. Within each section the major, Mixolydian, Dorian, and blues scales and correlated chords of that key are introduced through Jazz Starters, Rhythm Section Spotlights, and Rhythm Sectionals. These enrichments prepare students to play each of the 12 original grade 1-2 Jazz Ensemble Charts and Lead Sheets. Suitable for group or individual instruction, this unique organization, combined with a host of innovative features including Kjos Interactive Practice Studio and availability in SmartMusic, will provide bands with the tools it will need. To learn more about First Place for Jazz, Click Here!

About First Place for Jazz

All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.