Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method Part 2 - Alto Sax

Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method Part 2 Alto Sax gives developing saxophonists a practical introduction to Latin jazz and Afro-Latin performance styles. Designed for Grade 3 ensembles, it combines progressive exercises, performance charts, and online audio to help students develop rhythmic accuracy, stylistic understanding, and ensemble confidence.

For educators, this method provides a structured way to teach Cha-Cha-Chá, Bolero, Bossa Nova, Samba, Son Montuno, Mambo, Afro-Cuban 6/8, and Rumba. Full-band and rhythm-section-only audio tracks give students useful listening and practice resources both in and outside the classroom.

Specifications

• Title: Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method
• Part: Part 2 Alto Sax
• Instrument: Alto Sax 2
• Series: Instrumental Jazz
• Format: Softcover with Audio Online
• Authors: Michael Philip Mossman, Michele Fernández
• Ensemble Level: Grade 3
• Styles: Cha-Cha-Chá, Bolero, Bossa Nova, Samba, Son Montuno, Mambo, Afro-Cuban 6/8, Rumba

Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method helps alto saxophonists develop the rhythmic and stylistic skills needed to confidently perform a broad range of authentic Afro-Latin music.