15 Crazy Jazz Studies (Chris Gumbley)

Description

Contents:

• Bebop Bounce, Chris Gumbley
  A lively bebop study in rhythmic transformation.
• Low Down, Chris Gumbley
  A flowing study in changing time signatures and double density (or false) fingerings.
• Crazy Hepcats, Chris Gumbley
  Bebop swing with exaggerated dynamics and accents. Wild!
• Captain Sensible, Chris Gumbley
  Semitones, syncopation and changing key signatures, with hard bop thrown in.
• Reed Fever, Chris Gumbley
  Punchy swing with off-beats.
• In the Groove, Chris Gumbley
  Relaxed and cool, with emphasized off-beat rhythms.
• Merry-go-Round, Chris Gumbley
  Fast swing with rapid modulations. A great work-out for reading accidentals.
• Slim ‘n’ Slam, Chris Gumbley
  Incorporating jazz ornaments without disturbing the flow of the relaxed swing.
• D. D. D. (Double Density Disorder), Chris Gumbley
  A challenging funk work-out using double density (false) fingerings.
• Fourth Attempt, Chris Gumbley
  Solid swing with crotchet triplets.
• Tough Guys, Chris Gumbley
  Funky, hard-toned rock.
• Don’t Waste Your Breath, Chris Gumbley
  A lyrical study in breath control and irregular time signatures.
• Phrased Out, Chris Gumbley
  Irregular jazz phrasing and ghosting.
• Funky Monkey, Chris Gumbley
  Punchy funk with attitude!
• Small Change, Chris Gumbley
  A study in managing changes of time signature and rhythmic confidence.