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A one-of-a-kind book encompassing a wide scope of jazz topics, for beginners and pros of any instrument. A three-pronged approach was envisioned with the creation of this comprehensive resource: as an encyclopedia for ready reference, as a thorough methodology for the student, and as a workbook for the classroom, complete with ample exercises and conceptual discussion. Includes the basics of intervals, jazz harmony, scales and modes, ii-V-I cadences. For harmony, it covers: harmonic analysis, piano voicings and voice leading; modulations and modal interchange, and reharmonization. For performance, it takes players through: jazz piano comping, jazz tune forms, arranging techniques, improvisation, traditional jazz fundamentals, practice techniques, and much more! Customer reviews on amazon.com for Jazzology average a glowing 5 stars! Here is a typical reader comment: "The book's approach is so intuitive, it almost leads you by the hand into the world of jazz. Certainly jazz is freedom of expression, but you have to know what you're doing and this book is the tool for that ... (it) should be standard in every high school with a jazz program and every college lab band."
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51 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've only just got the book, so these are my first implressions.
I'm really impressed with this. It's beautifully printed and bound with that really nice binding system that O'Reilly use for their technical books so it stays open and lies flat.
The contents are very well written and explain things simply without being condescending. I've been reading quite a few different books on intervals and chord construction recently, this is by far the best I've come across.
The writers seem to have struck a good balance between a readable tutorial and a useful reference. I really like the format and the exercises that are liberally sprinkled all through the text look very useful . I have the feeling this is going to be keeping me very busy for the next couple of months.
I can't recommend this highly enough.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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If you're already a hard-core jazz theory know-it-all, then you probably don't need this book. It doesn't have much in the way of advanced material.
But, this brilliant and well-structured book does cover a lot of material from beginner to intermediate-advanced, and any and every jazz enthusiasts, except perhaps the high-flying professionals, would have a lot to gain from it.
The structure of the book is more in the style of a reference, rather than a tutorial. I found this quite nice, since I can always find exactly what I'm looking for in the table of contents, and avoid reading over stuff I already know. If you're a more entry-level player, and would like a more tutorial-style book, I recommend the "Jazz Piano Book" by Mark Levine. "Jazz Piano Book" does cover less material than this one though.
If there is any room for improvement, I would say that it would have been helpful to see a list of essential listening that the authors recommend, much like the one included in the "Jazz Piano Book".
But, this brilliant and well-structured book does cover a lot of material from beginner to intermediate-advanced, and any and every jazz enthusiasts, except perhaps the high-flying professionals, would have a lot to gain from it.
The structure of the book is more in the style of a reference, rather than a tutorial. I found this quite nice, since I can always find exactly what I'm looking for in the table of contents, and avoid reading over stuff I already know. If you're a more entry-level player, and would like a more tutorial-style book, I recommend the "Jazz Piano Book" by Mark Levine. "Jazz Piano Book" does cover less material than this one though.
If there is any room for improvement, I would say that it would have been helpful to see a list of essential listening that the authors recommend, much like the one included in the "Jazz Piano Book".
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is a real help for all serious aspiring jazz muscians. Although it is catered for the piano, as a guitar player, i have found the methods extremley usefull. I have read a few chapters and feel my knowledge has widen considerably.
i think the book is best read slowly in order to digest and learn the information. You can also make use of the excersises to help develop your musical theory. This book is not a magically method book, it is a an proper music education for those wanting to take time to learn their craft.
i think the book is best read slowly in order to digest and learn the information. You can also make use of the excersises to help develop your musical theory. This book is not a magically method book, it is a an proper music education for those wanting to take time to learn their craft.
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Amazing book
I've got more than ten jazz theory books and this is the only one I really need... It's remarkably user-friendly!!
Published 4 months ago by ZP
I want this for Christmas
Julia if u read this and i know u look at my reveiws i want this for Christmas ok? Love u! xxxx
Published 6 months ago by Sophie Lloyd
By far the best book I have EVER used for Jazz Theory
I have investigated Jazz Theory with many books and although each is diverse and provides it's own unique offerings, none have come up as hign as this one in my expectations. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Furbinator
A Definitive Book!
This book is amazing! It will take your knowledge, appreciation and understanding of music to another level. The amount of alternative chords revealed are worth the price alone. Read more
Published 20 months ago by D_OM
fantastic
I'd searched around for a decent advanced theory book for months before fining jazzology. It was recommended to me and I have to say that I'd recommend it to anyone looking to play... Read more
Published on 17 Dec 2009 by P. Hogan
Almost perfect......
I got this book a while ago and have been working through it. I have been doing the exercises too for the practice. Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2009 by Echoes
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