Jerry Coker

The Creative Nudge That Fuels Jazz Improvisation

Explores the 'hows, whats, and whys' of practice, performance, technique, and musicianship. Sometimes, it only takes a 'nudge' to move your playing to the next level. 6'x9' paperback.
Why do musicians choose Jazz Improvisation as an outlet for creativity? Why are we creating this music and who are we creating it for? All you need is a little information.
Master Jazz Educator Jerry Coker has put together this wonderfully structured text summarizing several important topics regarding Jazz and Jazz Improvisation; giving us all that much needed 'nudge.'

Features:
Jazz Study Preparation
Achieving Maximum Results
Vehicle/Tune-Types
Instrumental Techniques and Tone
Scales and Keyboard Activities
Listening and Ear Training
Teaching Jazz
Repertoire
and Much More!