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It depends on the length of the solo and the complexity. This one from Wardell didn't take very long since it's only one chorus and is pretty clear both harmonically and rhythmically. It probably took longer for me to enter into Sibelius and edit than it did to transcribe in the first place. At this point, I've transcribed over 100 solos, so it can go pretty quickly now. My first solo was also by Wardell Gray ("Twisted") which I transcribed over 15 years ago. Since that was the first, it took forever! As with anything, it gets easier with practice. It also gets easier when you are familiar with a given player. Each player has their own style and after you've done a couple of their solos, it gets easier to do future ones.

I have added a transcription of Wardell Gray's solo on Five Star to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added a transcription of Larry McKenna's solo on My Shining Hour to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added a transcription of Vincent Herring's solo on Jessica's Day to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

Allen, Thanks for checking out the transcription and for your comments. Rhythmic notation can be the most challenging part of transcription. I often go back and forth trying to decide what written rhythm best captures what was played. In the end, the recording is the final authority -- playing along with the recorded track to capture the rhythmic, phrasing, articulation, etc. nuaunces. - Scooby

I have added Wardell Gray's solo on Pennies From Heaven to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx It has been issued a few time on CD. It's under Wardell's name as Live at The Haig or as Live in Hollywood. It's also under Hampton Hawes's name as Memorial. It's also available on YouTube: Enjoy! - Scooby

Having recently seen Ronnie Cuber in New York, I've been inspired to transcribe some of his solos. To start, I have added a transcription of A Foggy Day to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

Glad you liked the site. I'm always happy to provide transposed scores for folks. - Scooby

I have added a transcription of Steve Grossman's solo on There Will Never Be Another You to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added a transcription of Frank Wess' flute solo on "There Is No Greater Love" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx It's a great example of Frank's melodic sense, his laid-back time feel, and his blues feeling. Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added John Coltrane's solo on "Tenor Conclave" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx This solo completes the collection of all four soloists on "Tenor Conclave". Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added Hank Mobley's solo on "Tenor Conclave" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx I've transcribed all four soloists on "Tenor Conclave". I will add one new solo per week -- up next is John Coltrane. Enjoy! - Scooby PS -- I'm putting the finishing touches on the latest issue of my newsletter. The new issue examines the four solos on "Tenor Conclave" to draw insights into playing "Rhythm Changes." Sign up to receive the new issue at: http://scooby-sax.com/Newsletter.aspx

I have added Al Cohn's solo on "Tenor Conclave" to my website this week: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx I've transcribed all four soloists on "Tenor Conclave". I will add one new solo per week -- up next is John Coltrane. Enjoy! - Scooby

I have transcribed all four soloists playing Tenor Conclave. These solos are an excellent way to learn four different approaches to "I Got Rhythm" changes. This week I have added Zoot Sims's solo to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx I will add one new solo per week -- up next is Al Cohn. Enjoy! - Scooby

Thank you for visiting my site. Yes, I developed it. Nothing too fancy -- I wanted the focus to be primarily on the educational materials available there. - Scooby

I added a new transcription of George Coleman's solo on "Billie's Bounce" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Notice how clearly George is outlining the changes while playing with just bass and drums. 5 great blues choruses! Enjoy! - Scooby

The latest issue of the Scooby-Sax Newsletter has been published. The new issue of this educational resource focuses on the importance of Daily Exercises to build technique and add consistency to a practice routine. Additionally, it highlights ten online resources dedicated to the saxophone and jazz improvisation. Download the most recent issue and sign up to receive future issues at: http://scooby-sax.com/Newsletter.aspx

I added a new transcription of Dexter Gordon's solo on "Blow Mr. Dexter" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx It's several blues choruses from a young Dexter. Enjoy! - Scooby PS -- The new issue of my newsletter will be released in January. It focuses on the importance of Daily Exercises to build technique and add consistency to your practice routine. Sign up to receive the new issue at: http://scooby-sax.com/Newsletter.aspx

I found an old notebook with a lot of transcriptions I did many years ago. I'm cleaning them up and will add them to my website over the next several weeks. To start with, I added a new transcription of Charlie Parker's solo on "Moose The Mooche" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx This solo is Take 1. It makes a nice companion to Take 2 which is in the Omnibook. Enjoy! - Scooby

I added a new transcription of Lennie Niehaus's solo on "Cherokee" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx This solo is a real burner. If you had too much turkey for Thanksgiving, this will help you burn it off! Enjoy! - Scooby PS -- I'm putting the finishing touches on the latest issue of my newsletter. The new issue focuses on the importance of Daily Exercises to build technique and add consistency to your practice routine. Sign up to receive the new issue at: http://scooby-sax.com/Newsletter.aspx

I added a new transcription of Sonny Stitt's solo on "Sonny Side" to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx It's just one chorus of Rhythm Changes. It's a nice example of clearly outlining the changes and short enough to easily memorize. Enjoy! - Scooby PS -- I'm putting the finishing touches on the latest issue of my newsletter. The new issue focuses on the importance of Daily Exercises to build technique and add consistency to your practice routine. Sign up to receive the new issue at: http://scooby-sax.com/Newsletter.aspx

I added a new transcription of Stan Getz's solo on Woody 'N You to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx Enjoy! - Scooby

I have added a new transcription of Sonny Stitt's solo on Now's The Time to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx There are 5 choruses of Sonny's wonderful blues playing! Enjoy! - Scooby

Thank you for the compliments. I've worked hard on building up the site with educational material. Check back every few weeks as I keep adding new material all the time. Thanks again, - Scooby www.scooby-sax.com

I have added two Harold Land transcriptions to my website: http://scooby-sax.com/transcriptions.aspx The solos are the Master and Alternate takes of Joy Spring. They are each just one chorus long and are great examples of fluid playing through the changes. Enjoy! -- Scooby