Specifically designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1 or 2 yearsplaying experience, but with no prior experience playing jazz. Great fo r individual or classroom use. Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs. Improvisation is made easy starting with simple 2-measure phrases. Scales and basic theory are introduced in a simple and easy to understand approach. 2 CD's are included with recordings of all exercises and arrangements. Other features: 7 fullband arrangements, sample solos, jazz history and people.Essential Elements for Jazz EnsemblePublisher: Hal LeonardInstrument: Jazz EnsemblePages: 196Series: Essential Elements Jazz