Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble

Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble is a comprehensive method for jazz style and improvisation written by renowned jazz musician and educator Mike Steinel from the University of North Texas. This series provides a great starting point for young musicians to learn the style and nuances of jazz music as well as an introduction to improvisation and more advanced concepts.

Learn Basic Jazz Theory

Whether you're just beginning your jazz journey, or strengthening your foundational knowledge, the Essential Elements - Jazz Ensemble Method books follow a practical and proven approach to learning. Concepts covered in this book include: improvisation made easy, starting with two-measure phrases; scales and basic theory introduced in an easy-to-understand format; play-along tracks for every exercise included; seven full band arrangements; sample solos; information on jazz musicians; and jazz history.

My EE Library Access Included

This book includes a unique access code to quality demonstration and backing tracks online-available for download or streaming. The accompanying online audio is enhanced with PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right. Playing along with the accompaniment tracks is an excellent way to hear how jazz is played.

Start your jazz journey with a method you can trust!