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Daily Warm-Up Exercises for Saxophone
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Saxophone
SKU: HL.841999
Composed by Jackie McLean. Instructional. Instruction. 32 pages. Hal Leonard #841999. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.841999).ISBN 9780793563654. UPC: 073999419993. 9.0x12.0x0.108 inches.
Living sax legend Jackie McLean is one of the greatest alto players of the post-Parker era. For this book, he has assembled essential warm-up exercises to help students become familiar with playing through different keys ascending and descending chromatically. Includes a biography, an interview, many exercises, and transcriptions of his solos in “Bluesnik” and “Dig.”.
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Based on 4 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Excellent Resource for Saxophone Students
Jackie McLean's warm-up exercises are a fantastic resource for saxophone students. The clear engraving and logical progression through various keys make it an excellent tool for developing fundamental technique and reading fluency. While some exercises are intermediate, they are presented encouragingly. It's particularly strong for building comfort with chromaticism and solidifying rhythm across the instrument's range. A valuable addition to any saxophonist's study regimen.
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Marcus J.
December 15, 2025
Foundational Technique for Instrumentalists
Though primarily a solo saxophone exercise book, Jackie McLean's warm-ups are excellent for foundational technique. The systematic progression through different keys and chromatic exercises builds crucial agility and intonation. This rigorous technical development is vital for any instrumentalist, ensuring they possess the control necessary for expressive and musical performance, which indirectly prepares them for effective collaboration later. A superb tool for building core musicianship.
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David K.
December 15, 2025
Solid Daily Chop Builder
This Jackie McLean book is a solid daily workout. It's not a gig chart, but essential for maintaining chops and key fluency. The exercises effectively cover chromatic and scalar movements, crucial for staying sharp and agile. The inclusion of McLean's solos ('Bluesnik,' 'Dig') is a bonus for stylistic study. It's strictly sax-focused, so don't expect chord symbols, but for technical maintenance, it's top-notch.
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Emily R.
December 15, 2025
Inspiring and Achievable Warm-Ups
I picked up Jackie McLean's warm-up book and it's a fantastic way to start my practice! The exercises are challenging but achievable for an adult learner, helping me get comfortable in all keys. It’s cool to work on technique directly from a jazz legend. Plus, diving into the transcriptions of his solos from 'Bluesnik' and 'Dig' is inspiring and helps me connect with the source. Great for enjoyment and progress!
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