The scales presented in this book produce idiomatic sounds associated with many jazz styles, providing the basis for jazz improvisation. Boyd explores the jazz scales and examines their potential, giving the player more improvisation resources. Each chapter includes charts with the scales written in all keys with suggested fingerings and a list of chords which complement each scale. Music examples apply the scales to jazz chord progressions and compositions. Gives the student new insight into the practical application of jazz scales to enhance performance.

80 printed pages. Piano: Reference & Tutor Books. Piano Solo & Guitar, with chord symbols.