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That's Jazz, Book One: Getting into It, w/CD; That's Jazz, Book Two: Digging Deeper, w/CD; and That's Jazz, Book Three: Let it Rip, w/CD.(Book review)
That's Jazz, Book One: Getting Into It, w/CD; That's Jazz, Book Two: Digging Deeper, w/CD; and That's Jazz, Book Three: Let it Rip, w/CD, by Bradley Sowash. Neil A. Kjos Music Company (www.kjos.com), 2006, each. 40pp., 48pp. and 53 pp. respectively. $9.95 each.
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This series is a welcome addition to the growing body of jazz-oriented method supplements. One of the most difficult aspects of jazz to teach is its unique rhythmic "feel." A major strength of these books is their emphasis on jazz rhythms. Another strength of the series is the connection, especially in Books One and Two, to normal concepts and patterns found in every method book.
Each book in the series has eight jazz-oriented pieces with interesting and authentic syncopated jazz rhythms. Rhythmic patterns are introduced in a progressive and systematic manner, and each jazz-oriented piece is reinforced through a CD. Fast-tempo swing, Latin and rock rhythms are emphasized. The books are easy to read, with covers that might be particularly attractive to a teenager.
Book One, Getting Into It, begins at late-level three to early-level four. The pieces are in C, A Minor and D Minor, and use triad patterns. All pieces ...
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