• 15 tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz, from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today
• arrangements by jazz arrangers, carefully researched and designed to accommodate teacher and pupil alike
• an approach that encourages playing by ear
• 'minus-one' rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians
• written-out piano score
• sections for improvised solos, with notated guideline pitches to get you started
• background information including suggestions for further listening