Detail 01
Book plus CD
Printed music and recorded backing together, so you practice against a rhythm section instead of a metronome.
Product detailSKU #1281539726010
Hal LeonardBluesy Jazz Volume 35 Book/CD Jazz Play Along
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Play-along book with CD of blues-leaning jazz tunes. For a player who can already read a chart and wants backing tracks to solo over.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Practicing improvisation at home without a rhythm section
- Players comfortable soloing over a blues form
- Building small-group repertoire with a blues leaning
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still learning to read notes and rhythms
- Players who want streaming audio instead of a disc
- Anyone after straight-ahead standards rather than blues-based tunes
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Audio on disc
Rip it to a laptop or phone first; most current machines have no CD drive to play from.
Detail 03
Bluesy jazz material
Blues form and phrasing move slower than bebop harmony, which gives a newer improviser more room to think.
Detail 04
Volume 35 of a numbered series
Each volume carries its own tunes and is sold on its own. The number is what you order by.
Detail 05
Play-along format
You supply the melody and solos. The recording covers the rhythm section, not your part.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Instrument, music stand and disc playback are all on you
- 02Confirm the volume number before ordering — volumes cover different tunes
- 03Rip the CD early if your computer still has a drive
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it come with audio?
Yes. A CD is packaged with the book, so you can practice over recorded backing instead of playing unaccompanied.
02Is this good for a beginner?
Not for a first-year player. You need to read a chart and hold your place in a form before backing tracks help.
03Can I get the tracks on my phone?
Rip the disc on a computer and transfer the files. You will need a machine that reads CDs.
04Do I need a teacher to use it?
No. It works as solo practice material, though a teacher helps with phrasing and note choices over the changes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
