Jazz Scale Studies - James Rae

Jazz Scale Studies by James Rae is an engaging educational music book designed to help saxophonists develop their jazz technique, scale knowledge and musical confidence. Published by Universal Edition, it contains 18 studies that introduce the main scales and arpeggios used in jazz through enjoyable, melodic exercises.

Rather than practising scales in isolation, players can explore different jazz tonalities through musical studies written in accessible keys. The book covers the major scale, Dorian and Mixolydian modes, minor pentatonic, jazz melodic minor, blues, chromatic, whole-tone and diminished scales.

Suitable for beginner to early-level players, these studies provide a practical way to improve technical fluency, develop jazz style and prepare for instrumental examinations. They are also listed as alternatives to scale requirements in the Trinity Guildhall jazz wind examination syllabuses.

An excellent resource for saxophonists looking to build a stronger foundation in jazz improvisation and technique.