Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 50: The Magic of Miles Davis: A New Approach to Jazz Improvisation

A slice of Miles' career from 1957 to 1964 where he was at the apex of his popularity. An example of Miles' unparalleled influence as a trumpeter, composer, and band leader, his sidemen, Cannonball Adderly, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, David Libbman, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, and Wayne Shorter have all had compositions presented in this series! Commemorating the 50th play-along are the classic tunes that Miles made famous. Note to pianists: Mark's playing on this CD was so fantastic, we decided to publish it in a book so that you can see what he's doing. Rhythm Section: Mark Levine (p); Todd Coolman (b); Steve Davis (d). Titles: All Blues * Nardis * So What * Eighty-One * Joshua * Blue in Green * Freddie Freeloader * Milestones (New) * Seven Steps to Heaven.