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10 etudes
The book develops its material through ten pieces focused on different blues types.
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ADVANCE MUSICThe Essence of the Blues: Trombone Book
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Jim Snidero’s The Essence of the Blues is a trombone method built around 10 etudes covering different forms of the blues. Each piece combines the written study with blues-style and theory analysis, scale work, practice guidance, improvisation suggestions, and listening recommendations. The accompanying recorded play-alongs feature New York recording artists, giving the exercises a complete musical setting instead of leaving the player with notation alone. It is aimed at beginners through moderately advanced trombonists working step by step on blues fundamentals.
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Who this is for
- Trombonists building blues fundamentals through ten progressively focused etudes.
- Practice sessions that combine written exercises, theory analysis, listening, and improvisation guidance.
- Players who want recorded play-alongs alongside their trombone blues studies.
What matters in use
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Product questions
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Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who is this trombone book for?
It is intended for beginners and moderately advanced musicians.
02What does each etude include beyond the music?
Each includes style and theory analysis, scale exercises, study tips, improvisation suggestions, and recommended listening.
03Are play-alongs included?
Yes. The book includes recorded play-along music featuring New York recording artists.
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- Color
- Blue
