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'The Practice Notebooks Of Michael Brecker' Now Available From Sher Music

Source: Sher Music Co.
June 15, 2023

Sher Music Co. proudly presents The Practice Notebooks of Michael Brecker, an extraordinary release that grants unprecedented access to the inner workings of one of the greatest saxophonists in jazz history. This remarkable publication offers a rare opportunity for musicians to dive deep into the mind of a jazz legend and unlock the secrets of his improvisational mastery. Featuring over 700 beautifully engraved entries, The Practice Notebooks of Michael Brecker chronicles 35 years of Brecker's artistic journey, capturing his inspirations, ...

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New From Sher Music Co. - 'Jazz Arrangements Of Public Domain Songs' by Chuck Israels

Source: Sher Music Co.
July 18, 2022

A unique collection of jazz arrangements by the great Chuck Israels, who has spent many years honing his jazz arranging skills, besides being a legendary bassist with Bill Evans, Stan Getz, George Russell, and many more. “A valuable collection of tunes. Mr. Israels' quartet makes a great case for adding some of these tunes to your jazz repertoire. Thanks, Chuck, for a great job." —Jamey Aebersold Great jazz-oriented arrangements of Tin Pan Alley songs, ("Deed I Do," etc.) Americana classics ...

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New Songbook Series Released By Sher Music Co.

Source: Sher Music Co.
May 4, 2022

Sher Music Co. has just released their second Jazz Songbook Series! This collection includes separate books by such jazz greats as Andy Narell, Benny Golson, Randy Brecker, Enrico Pieranunzi, Denny Zeitlin and Steve Khan, among others. These digital-only books contain 20 songs each, selected by each composer and direct from their own lead sheets. In many cases, the manuscript is in their hand, giving a beautiful, historic vibe to the charts. Many of the composers are well-known, but some of ...

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Music Industry

Sher Music's 40th Anniversary Sale runs from August 15th to September 1st

Source: Sher Music Co.
July 26, 2019

Thank you for making Sher Music Co., the most widely respected publisher of Jazz and Latin books in the world! Can you believe we are celebrating our 40th anniversary of Sher Music Co. this year?! As a thank you to our customers we are offering all of our digital books at an all-time discounted price. Please enjoy this 40th anniversary sale where all of our digital books will be 50% off! The sale runs from August 15th to September 1st, ...

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