Unlike play-along CDs, SmartMusic is a one-of-a-kind practice system that transforms the teaching and learning of music by giving students the opportunity to practice any instrument in any tempo and any key, fostering rapid progress. Students can practice at slower tempos to learn a tune; receive instant feedback on what they did wrong; isolate tough sections for concentrated practice; and work on the blues scale in all 12 keys. Only SmartMusic provides the essential tools that help all students develop improvisation skills.

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Practice at any tempo – students can slow tempos down until the changes are mastered Practice loops – tough sections can be isolated and gradually worked up to speed Jazz patterns – students can select Jerry Coker-like patterns to display with any tune	Transpose – tunes can be practiced in any key or in all 12 keys Instrumentation – students can turn off the piano and practice with just bass and drums Record – students can record themselves and instantly hear if they’re swinging Make CDs or e-mail recordings of assignments to teachers

With accompaniments by great artists like Wynton Marsalis’ rhythm section, SmartMusic guides and motivates students as they explore improvisation, helping them to develop the skills to solo with confidence.