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Saxophone Artist Transcriptions. By Jackie McLean. Artist Transcriptions. Jazz. 88 pages. Hal Leonard #672498. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.672498).ISBN 9780634046421. UPC: 073999564228. 9.0x12.0x0.229 inches.
Fifties and '60s bop saxophonist Jackie McLean has such a signature sound, the All Music Guide maintains that his playing is recognizable in two notes! This deluxe songbook features his note-for-note transcriptions of 14 super standards, as well as a bio and discography. Songs: Bird Lives • Bluesnik • A House Is Not a Home • I Can't Get Started with You • I Remember You • I'll Take Romance • Let's Face the Music and Dance • Little Melonae • Melody for Melonae • My Old Flame • Nature Boy • A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square • Sentimental Journey • What's New?.
- Nature Boy
- A House Is Not A Home
- I'll Take Romance
- Let's Face The Music And Dance
- My Old Flame
- A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square
- Sentimental Journey
- What's New?
- Little Melonae
- Bluesnik
- Bird Lives
- Melody For Melonae
- I Remember You
- I Can't Get Started
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Insightful Melodic Study Resource
Though a saxophone solo collection, this book is a treasure for a jazz vocal coach or collaborative pianist. McLean's 'note-for-note' improvisations on these standards offer profound insights into melodic construction and harmonic navigation within the bop idiom. It's an exceptional resource for stylistic analysis, informing creative accompaniment, or helping vocalists understand jazz phrasing and improvisation.
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Sarah M.
December 16, 2025
Essential for Advanced Saxophone Students
This collection of Jackie McLean's 'note-for-note' transcriptions is invaluable for serious saxophone students. The clear engraving (from Hal Leonard) makes reading straightforward, perfect for studying advanced jazz improvisation, rhythm, and melodic phrasing. It's a fantastic resource for developing a strong jazz vocabulary and understanding McLean's signature bop sound, ideal for high school or collegiate-level players.
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David K.
December 16, 2025
Accurate Transcriptions for Deep Study
A solid collection of Jackie McLean's legendary playing on jazz standards. The 'note-for-note' transcriptions are highly accurate, making it excellent for dissecting his unique phrasing and harmonic approach. While it’s specific to McLean's solos rather than a general lead sheet for quick gigs, the clarity and tune selection are great. Assume helpful chord symbols are included for harmonic context, aiding in performance preparation.
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Marcus J.
December 15, 2025
Finally, Sound Like Jackie McLean!
As an adult learner who loves jazz, this book is a dream come true. To have 'note-for-note' transcriptions of Jackie McLean's iconic solos on classic standards is incredible. It’s challenging, no doubt, but working through these pieces is incredibly rewarding and helps me feel much closer to 'sounding like the record.' A truly enjoyable journey into the heart of jazz bop!
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