The contents of this textbook are training exercises and practical examples. the training sections include various combinations and patterns which will help in developing a jazz-like approach. These exercises can be considered as source material for developing your own ad-lib phrases. As for the practical examples, the phrases included here are not taken literally from any particular jazz pianist, but rather embody well known patterns typical of the bebop and post-bebop eras. Aimed at intermediate students to develop their potential of ad-lib solos, but is also good for beginners to train their fingers and ears for the future.
The Jazz Piano Chord Book, with over 1,700 jazz Piano chord voicings contained within, is an essential resource for jazz Pianists, whether they're newcomers to the style or established players who want to improve upon existing skills. The handy and compact layout of this convenient Chord Book allows you to quickly and easily find the chord you are looking for. Its layout of the almost innumerable harmonic variations of each Piano chord, as well as the great reference system for substitutions and related chords, makes this book invaluable for any pianist looking to expand their harmonic horizons. It is not only a reference guide though, the lengthy introduction explores what jazz harmony is, how chord variations and voicings contribute to it, and how knowing them can enhance your playing incomparably. With sections for chords built from every root note, divided into major, minor, dominant, diminished and augmented, this book is not comprehensive but is as close to that as you can get. The infinite different ways of voicing each chord are condensed into the most popular and musically interesting, so you'll be able to use The Jazz Piano Chord Book to help you improvise with other musicians in an inventive way, or just to comp with other players competently. "It's straightforward, clear and a really helpful and practical aid for beginning and inexperienced jazz musicians. Even those with a bit of time under their belt playing jazz would gain a great deal from this book." - Julian Joseph, internationally renowned jazz pianist and composer.
For an aspiring jazz instrumentalist, playing piano is one of the most important skills for developing a jazz vocabulary. Bob Mintzer is a renowned jazz composer, arranger, saxophonist, pianist, bandleader, educator and member of the group, the Yellowjackets. His new book is designed for the instrumentalist who is not an accomplished piano player but wants to acquire basic jazz piano skills and jazz vocabulary. The book includes etudes that make players aware of the sound, texture, cause, effect and function of jazz chords and harmony. The 22 piano etudes feature a variety of styles, tempos, chord progressions and a the book also includes a chord voicing glossary. Mintzer offers a practical guide with a realistic approach.
(Keyboard Instruction). The jazz idiom can often appear mysterious and difficult for musicians who were trained to play other types of music. Long-time performer and educator Rob Mullins helps players enter the jazz world by providing voicings that will help the player develop skills in the jazz genre and start sounding professional right away without years of study! Includes a "Numeric Voicing Chart," chord indexes in all 12 keys, info about what range of the instrument you can play chords in, and a beginning approach to bass lines.
30 Jazz Classics arranged by the masters of jazz piano: Art Tatum, George Shearing, André Previn, Teddy Wilson and more. "Kudos to the people at Alfred for putting together a collection of great standards arranged by great pianists! -- The vast majority of the arrangements are wonderful, authentic, and concise." - Clavier Companion Titles: *A-Tisket A-Tasket *Aquarius *Blue Moon *Chattanooga Choo Choo *Don't Get Around Much Anymore *Five Foot Two, Eyes of Blue *Good Night Sweetheart *How About You *I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) *I'm In the Mood for Love *The Jitterbug Waltz *Killing Me Softly *Laura *Love Is a Many Splendored Thing *Moonlight Serenade *My Blue Heaven *My Funny Valentine *On Green Dolphin Street *One O'Clock Jump *Over the Rainbow *Prelude to a Kiss *Sing, Sing, Sing *Sleepy Time Gal *Stompin' at the Savoy *Taking a Chance on Love *Tiger Rag *Try a Little Tenderness *Two O'Clock Jump *What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life? *You Stepped out of a Dream
This is the full eBook edition of How to Play Jazz Piano in fixed-layout format with downloadable audio. Discover Pam Wedgwood's exciting world of jazz piano! This is a fun and simple introduction for young players with a basic knowledge of how to play the piano (about Grade 2 standard). It includes an introduction to improvisation, suggested listening ideas and covers swing, syncopated rhythms, basic chords and chord symbols, scales and modes used in jazz. There are also plenty of great pieces in different styles, online audio and Pam's helpful advice and teaching tips every step of the way!
Jazz Riffs for Piano is an extremely useful book with riffs and phrases in the styles of Bud Powell, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner and many other major jazz pianists. It is indispensable for the musician who needs a repertory of authentic jazz phrases for soloing, as a catalog of ideas, or simply to play the sounds heard on record. A sourcebook with chord changes, notes and performing hints, this book also includes a complete discography.
This songbook presents fourteen classic titles recorded by America's great jazz pianist: Bill Evans. Each piece is carefully arranged for solo piano, suitable for intermediate-advanced players, and many of Bill Evans’ original compositions are included. With an introduction by editor Jack Long, as well as photography sprinkled throughout, there has never been a better time to familiarise yourself with this American legend. Song List: - Autumn Leaves - Epilogue - How My Heart Sings - Minority - My Foolish Heart - Oleo - Peace Piece - Peau Douce - Peri’s Scope - Quiet Now - Time Remembered - Two Lonely People - Waltz For Debby - Who Can I Turn To
