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This well-reviewed book is a great jazz theory resource for beginners and established musicians. The topics include chord building, harmonic movement, modes, II-V-I licks, polychords, blues, rhythm changes, how to learn tunes, practice techniques, and more. The book’s musical examples are performed on the accompanying online audio download, along with sample solos and 3 play-along tracks with a great rhythm section.
Peter Spitzer is co-founder and general partner of Hope Street Music Studios. As a performer, he has played countless engagements, in many musical genres. He has taught both privately and in classroom settings for over 30 years, at all age levels. He is also the author of the Mel Bay Easy Classics series:
“Jazz Theory Handbook by Peter Spitzer gives readers an overview of the basic music theory that forms the foundation for jazz playing. From intervals, scales, and chord building through rhythm, tune learning, and improvisation, the book presents a study sequence that will help [musicians] better understand the structures they will need to enjoy and play jazz.” --Teaching Music Vol. 9 No. 5
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