Testimonials for 'Mastering the Major Bebop Scale & Sound'
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This book has improved my playing.
What makes these books so accessible is the way they are written. There is not a lot of theory or jargon, no complicated terminology or mega advanced concepts. In fact, their strength is in their simplicity.
Whilst the concepts are not too difficult to grasp, the playing takes effort but the rewards are noticeable. I have been using several of Steve's books and have found that the ideas he presents are practical, enjoyable and well worth the time and effort.
Running through the scales in different ways, different starting points, rhythms, ascending, descending and using them in combination with Aebersold playalongs or just solo in the woodshed has given me a wealth of information that has improved my playing.
I particularly enjoy the various links that Steve provides to be able to make and develop more interesting lines and ideas around the horn.
Perhaps what really opened up Steve's books to me was his online lessons that he has recorded that go along with his books. Steve demonstrates how he uses these books and ideas in his own playing. Having attended numerous masterclasses with many great players, I have noticed one question that is often asked. "What did you or what do you practice?"
Steve has not only written these things down into easy to follow books and methods, he has also taken the time to demonstrate and teach these ideas via online lessons. I eagerly await Steve's online lessons on this book too.
Whilst the concepts are not too difficult to grasp, the playing takes effort but the rewards are noticeable. I have been using several of Steve's books and have found that the ideas he presents are practical, enjoyable and well worth the time and effort.
Running through the scales in different ways, different starting points, rhythms, ascending, descending and using them in combination with Aebersold playalongs or just solo in the woodshed has given me a wealth of information that has improved my playing.
I particularly enjoy the various links that Steve provides to be able to make and develop more interesting lines and ideas around the horn.
Perhaps what really opened up Steve's books to me was his online lessons that he has recorded that go along with his books. Steve demonstrates how he uses these books and ideas in his own playing. Having attended numerous masterclasses with many great players, I have noticed one question that is often asked. "What did you or what do you practice?"
Steve has not only written these things down into easy to follow books and methods, he has also taken the time to demonstrate and teach these ideas via online lessons. I eagerly await Steve's online lessons on this book too.
This book is absolutely killin'
This book is absolutely killin'. I printed out the chapter in C major and then went through each exercise and mastered all 12 keys. This book increased my fluidity and sound as well as gave me some really great melodies in my head to use in the future. Another essential book from Mr. Neff. 5 Stars.
Mr. Neff swings with the best of them.
As a jazz sax teacher, I use all of Steve Neff's Books. My students all want to cop jazz and swing feel, so often I play Steve's MP3 examples for them with confidence. Mr. Neff swings with the best of them. His sound is awesome and his ideas are easy to grasp. The key is daily practice. The books are just guides lines. I favor Steve Neff's books and any good Transcription in teaching jazz at all ages.-Ed Zlotnick, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, in D/FW, North Texas
Ed Zlotnick