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Voicing and Comping for Jazz Vibraphone
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Book/Online Audio Mallets; Vibraphone
SKU: HL.6620019
Composed by Thomas L. Davis. Percussion. Instruction, Jazz. Softcover Audio Online. 40 pages. Hal Leonard #6620019. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.6620019).ISBN 9780793588541. UPC: 073999200195. 9.0x12.0x0.115 inches.
Here is the definitive guide to chordal playing for the contemporary vibraphonist. Includes material on: voicing selection, chord-member selection, use of extensions and alterations, voice leading, inversion selection, and more. The accompanying audio contains demos and play-along tracks with notated charts featuring standard chordal progressions in the following styles: fast & medium swing, ballad, jazz waltz, bossa-nova, and samba. This book is the most complete – and fun! – way to learn four-mallet voicings and comping patterns for jazz vibes. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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Based on 3 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 17, 2025
A Masterclass in Jazz Harmonic Support
While targeted at vibraphone, the depth of discussion on voicing selection, extensions, alterations, and voice leading in this book is incredibly insightful for any jazz accompanist. Davis provides a definitive guide to building sophisticated harmonic textures, essential for effectively supporting soloists or a vocalist in an ensemble. The practical examples and play-alongs are excellent for internalizing these crucial concepts.
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Sarah M.
December 15, 2025
Excellent Resource for Developing Vibraphonists
This book is a fantastic teaching tool for intermediate to advanced vibraphone students. Thomas L. Davis provides a clear, systematic approach to four-mallet voicings and comping patterns. The online audio with demos and play-alongs is invaluable for rhythmic accuracy and understanding different jazz styles. It's comprehensive, making complex jazz harmony digestible and fun for dedicated learners.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Practical & Comprehensive for Gigs
Davis's book delivers on its promise for contemporary vibraphonists. Learning robust voicing selection and comping patterns across various jazz styles (swing, bossa, samba) is crucial for real-world gigs. The accompanying audio tracks are a huge plus for practice and internalizing the concepts. It’s a solid resource to expand your harmonic vocabulary and practical application quickly.
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This instructional guide is ideal for vibraphone players studying jazz harmony and comping techniques, especially those utilizing four mallets. The vibraphone (four-mallet technique focus) instrumentation is perfect for comprehensive learning, allowing musicians to enjoy a clear articulation of instructional focus on voicing and comping, explicit guidance on advanced four-mallet studies, and access to accompanying audio material.
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