The Jazz Method for Saxophone will guide beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the saxophone to the performance of full-blown jazz pieces, including classics by Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver, as well as contributions from leading contemporary jazz players and composers. Backing for all of the music is provided on the CD. With step-by-step instruction, the fundamental elements of good saxophone technique are introduced alongside those of jazz.