Beginning/Intermediate level. The Blues have had the very essence of the jazz sound since the 1920?s. A player who masters the sound and feel of the Blues will play other jazz tunes in a manner that will inspire the listener. The rhythm section on this recording really grooves and makes this set fun to play with. Contains 11 different Blues and is a natural follow-up to Volume 1 or Volume 21. The tempos are not fast, and the Blues are presented in various keys and with a variety of moods from slow to rock. Chords and scales are written in the staff for each recorded track. Rhythm section: Dan Haerle, Piano; Rufus Reid, Bass; Mike Hyman, Drums. Includes: Mr. Super Hip, Horizontal (C Blues), 6/8 Modal Blues, Slow Blues in G, Slow Blues in F, Fast Blues in F, Fast Blues in Bb, Minor Blues in C, Bird Blues, Home Stretch, Long-meter Jazz/Rock