Monroe, Larry: Jazz Expression

A Toolbox for Improvisation

Expression is the essence of jazz improvisation and the starting point of ornamentation and creativity. As one of the lead instruments of Jazz the saxophone is often required to tackle a solo melody. Every tip, trick and techniqueis provided here, giving you an arsenal of musical tactics to set your solo playing on fire. With this DVD from the Berklee Workshop series, you will develop your own style as you work with the building blocks of articulationand expression to craft your personal interpretation of a song. Featured lessons include aspects of vibrato, articulation, dynamics, effects, pitch and much more. With these tools your solos will become filled with characterand nuance as you develop your own style. Berklee Professor Larry Monroe will help you go beyond simply playing notes and start crafting your musical expression.