Details
- Ensembles:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Genres:
- Jazz
- Composers:
- Various
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- UPC:
- 073999883732
- ISBN:
- 9780634091865
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Grade 2
- Artist:
- Various
- Arrangers:
- Mike Steinel Michael Sweeney
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.165 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 60
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.66 pounds
SKU: HL.841989
Rhythm Section. Composed by Various. Arranged by Michael Sweeney and Mike Steinel. Essential Elements Jazz Play-Along. Play Along. Softcover part book and accompaniment CD-ROM. 60 pages. Hal Leonard #841989. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.841989).ISBN 9780634091865. UPC: 073999883732. 9.0x12.0x0.165 inches. Various Composers.
(Sample solos by Mike Steinel) At last, a jazz play-along book for developing players! In addition to being a perfect introduction to some of the best-known jazz standards, Essential Elements Jazz Standards includes hints for improvising on each tune, a guide to jazz articulations, a scale/chord correlation chart, and biographical sketches of key jazz figures. And if that wasn't enough, each tune comes with its own sample solo for reference or performance! The professionally recorded audio CD has tempo adjustment software for use in your computer. Includes: Now's the Time, Killer Joe, Blue Bossa, C-Jam Blues, Footprints, Song for My Father, Autumn Leaves, Freddie Freeloader, St. Thomas and Blue Train. • Play-along CD with choice of full recording (with melody) or rhythm section only • Tempo adjustment software (computer required) • Sample written solos and improvising hints • Rhythm book includes bass lines, piano voicings, and drum patterns.
Autumn Leaves
Blue Train (Blue Trane)
Footprints
Freddie Freeloader
Killer Joe
Now's The Time
Song For My Father
St. Thomas
Blue Bossa
C-Jam Blues
- More by this Composer:
- Various Various Piano Various Piano Accompaniment Various Piano Solo
- Artists:
- Various Mike Steinel Michael Sweeney
- Ensemble:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.5 Rating
4 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 17, 2025
As a collaborative pianist, this rhythm section part book provides solid harmonic and rhythmic foundations for accompanying vocalists or instrumentalists. The piano voicings are well-structured for these jazz standards, ensuring clear support without cluttering the lead. The Grade 2 difficulty means the accompaniment is accessible yet authentic. The 'rhythm section only' option on the CD is great for practicing accompanying, though specific vocal ranges aren't highlighted.
Sarah M.
Dec 16, 2025
This Grade 2 rhythm section book is fantastic for my students learning jazz. The clear layout and Hal Leonard's reliable engraving quality make it easy to read. The included sample solos, improvisation hints, and scale/chord chart are invaluable teaching tools. Plus, the CD with tempo adjustment software is a huge bonus for practicing rhythm and articulations effectively. Highly recommended for school and community ensembles.
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
This play-along book is exactly what I needed to enjoy some classic jazz standards. Being a Grade 2 level, it's perfectly achievable for a weekend player like me. The audio CD with tempo adjustment software lets me practice at my own pace and really helps me 'sound like the record.' The variety of famous tunes by 'Various' artists and the sample solos make learning and relaxing with jazz incredibly fun.
David K.
Dec 14, 2025
A useful collection for quick reference or a casual gig. The 'Essential Elements' series consistently provides straightforward, accurate charts for well-known jazz standards. The piano voicings and bass lines are clearly notated, and the implied chord symbols are standard. At Grade 2, it's a quick read for any rhythm section player. Sixty pages is manageable for page turns, making it practical for a varied setlist.
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This score is ideal for intermediate jazz instrumentalists (Piano, Guitar, Bass) looking for structured practice material with accompaniment tracks. Its focus on the Rhythm Section is perfect for developing players, allowing musicians to enjoy the included play-along CD with tempo adjustment software, choice between full recording or rhythm section only backing tracks, and explicitly promised written solos and improvising hints.
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