Fifteen tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Introduces an approach that encourages playing by ear. Includes a CD featuring playalong rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians. This series of graded albums providing a wealth of jazz repertoire. It contains well-known tunes in accessible arrangements and new pieces specially commissioned from top jazz musicians and educators. The CD with each album provides 'minus-one' backing tracks, as well as recordings of full performances.

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