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IMPROVISATION FOR THE CONTEMPORARY MUSICIAN (Text)

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This is a wonderful book. The ideas presented as keys to improvisation are 1) changing note values, 2) adding notes to a melody, and 3) using chord tones. These are fairly basic ideas, but what makes the book so useful is that the author presents lots of examples based on some classic tunes, and provides analysis of them. This is a really fun, engaging effort that you will stimulate your creativity. The book will engage your interest and lead you along the path of competence. If you already read music and know your scales, but are uncertain about how to approach improvisation, this is the book for you.

In this book Arnie teaches you how to improvise melody. For example, he would take a song in its original melody, and create about 4 -5 variations on it, which also means, improvising on the original melody in 4- 5 different ways. Its an excellent book for anyone who already has a music background, and simply want to learn how to or further enhance their skills on improvising melody.