James Rae Sheet Music
About this collection
James Rae Sheet Music
James Rae has spent decades writing jazz studies that meet students where they are, from first attempts at improvisation through intermediate ensemble playing. This collection brings together his clarinet, flute, saxophone, and trombone methods alongside complementary work by trusted pedagogues like Pam Wedgwood and Ned Bennett. The Progressive Jazz Studies series moves systematically through beginner to intermediate levels, while standalone jazz studies titles let you target specific instruments and skill ranges.
Who it's for
- Private instrumental teachers introducing students to jazz
- Band and orchestra directors building jazz programs for middle and high school
- Intermediate jazz students looking for focused studies by instrument
What's inside
- Jazz Studies titles for flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, and trombone
- Progressive Jazz Studies series in multiple books per instrument
- Levels ranging from easy through late intermediate
- Printed books shipped to your door
Things to consider
Start with Book 1 of the Progressive series if your student is new to jazz language; the sequential design builds vocabulary and confidence. For students already comfortable with jazz basics, the standalone Jazz Studies books let you zero in on specific technical challenges like rhythm notation or solo phrasing. Many titles work well in ensemble settings too, so consider how a student's private work can connect to group jazz classes or combos.