Creative Saxophone with CD

Creative Saxophone is an innovative series for the beginner alto or tenor saxophonist who wants to play jazz, rock, and other contemporary music styles whilst developing a solid technique. The idiomatic exercises and pieces encourage an awareness of authentic styles and give players the confidence to begin improvising from early on. Each book includes a CD of backings for many of the pieces, performed by world-class musicians. These allow the player an opportunity to perform with a real band.
-clear and systematic progression
-for beginners of all ages
-teaches with reference to jazz and contemporary music styles throughout
-covers all relevant elements of technique
-first steps towards confident improvisation
-lots of idiomatic practice material
-authentic and varied CD backing for many of the pieces; includes versions for alto and tenor instruments