Chicago Style Jam Session Clarinet Book/CD (Softcover Book/CD)

This exciting MMO volume emphasizes collectively improvised ensembles and the succession of individual solos in the freewheeling “Chicago-Style” offshoot of New Orleans Jazz. The rhythmic texture is rooted in the swing feel of the late 1930s, and the instrumentation is typical of the New York groups of this genre. The songs are popular melodies from the 1900s to 1930s as well as multithematic compositions and blues – on this album you'll find such classics as “'Deed I Do,” “Sugar,” “The Dark Strutters' Ball,” “That's a Plenty” and more. You'll be blown away by the quality of this jazz combo –ÿand this album includes both printed solo part and a concert lead sheet, to give you a rare glimpse into the workings of the great bands of the past – and present! Also includes a slow-tempo version of the accompaniments to help you get up to speed.