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John Coltrane Plays Giant Steps (Paperback)

by John Coltrane (Author, Composer), David Demsey (Author)
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Complete transcriptions of every recorded solo (nine takes) by jazz master John Coltrane on his legendary composition "Giant Steps" - 96 choruses in all! Includes analysis of the tune and solos, historical background, and previously unpublished photos from the period. This book is an invaluable collector's item, as well as an important practice and learning tool.

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  • Paperback: 72 pages
  • Publisher: Hal Leonard (December 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0793563453
  • ISBN-13: 978-0793563456
  • Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 8.8 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #214,801 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Giant Steps galore, April 4, 2006
Basically, this book contains transcriptions of every chorus for the tune "Giant Steps" that Coltrane recorded at the March 26 and May 5, 1959 recording sessions. All in all, 9 different takes including the original master.

The transcriptions are presented in a very readable way: 4 measures to each line throughout, plus some other notation devices. I can't really comment much on the accuracy as I haven't played through any of the transcriptions yet, but on first glance they seem very meticuously done.

Be aware that all music is notated for Bb tenor saxophone, which means that many players of other instruments will have to transpose the music.

The introduction to the book contain historical notes on Coltrane and Giant Steps, plus an analysis of the tune in terms of harmony, form and pitch selection.
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