Paperback. (Jazz Book). The excitement of a musical career spanning over 30 years is captured here in the 22 solos composed by Gordon and transcribed directly off his recordings. Chord changes for tenor sax and 'in concert' key are provided along with Gordon's own articulations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Dexter Gordon - Jazz Saxophone Solos (Paperback)
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
Publication Date: 1989
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0793550548
ISBN 13: 9780793550548
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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Dexter Gordon - Jazz Saxophone Solos is a tenor saxophone sheet music collection featuring 22 solos by legendary jazz tenor saxophonist Dexter Gordon, along with transcribed highlights from his recordings. Created for intermediate saxophonists exploring bebop language and jazz phrasing, the book presents lead sheet notation with melody and chord symbols while capturing the style and articulation that defined Gordon’s sound across a musical career spanning more than three decades.

This collection includes 22 jazz compositions for tenor saxophone with chord changes provided for tenor saxophone as well as in concert key. The lead sheet format allows players to focus on melodic interpretation, phrasing, and harmonic understanding while studying material connected to Gordon’s recorded performances. Articulation markings drawn from the original recordings help convey expressive nuances that shape each solo, making the book well suited for study, practice, and performance preparation.

Studying these solos offers valuable insight into bebop phrasing, melodic construction, and the rhythmic language that shaped modern jazz improvisation. For developing saxophonists, the material provides inspiring repertoire and deeper understanding of how jazz lines interact with chord progressions. Teachers and students often use collections like this to analyze articulation, timing, and melodic development drawn from influential recordings.

Song List
The Apartment * Apple Jump * Backstairs * Benji's Bounce * Boston Bernie * The Chase, Parts 1 & 2 * Cheesecake * Daddy Plays The Horn * Dexter Digs In * Fenja * For Regulars Only * Fried Bananas * Girl With The Purple Eyes * LTD * Mischievious Lady * Montmartre * The Rainbow People * Setting The Place * Soy Califa * Stanley The Steamer * Sticky Wicket * Valse Robin

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