She Plays Boogie-Woogie & Blues Piano

She Plays Boogie-Woogie & Blues Piano

Author: ULRIKE. PRESTON GAATE (JAN.)

Publisher:

Published: 2018-05-04

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 9783743990197

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Boogie-woogie is an intoxicating music style that touches the heart and uplifts the spirit of players and listeners alike. Combining boogie-woogie, blues, rock, and rock 'n' roll elements into an enticing mix, boogie & blues piano offers pianists the freedom to play unaccompanied and to present a repertoire that is based on their own particular strengths. The rules of improvisation and how to jam along with other musicians are much easier to learn than in complex jazz music. Boogie-woogie is also a masculine domain and female pianists are underrepresented. While the large hands and strong male physique associated with greater power and endurance are a great advantage, women and girls can now take heart and are perfectly able to groove and boogie with the best of players by adjusting the notes and licks to a smaller hand with a lighter touch. German ULRIKE GAATE is one of the few female boogie & blues piano players in Europe, and New Zealander JAN PRESTON is known as the 'Queen of Boogie Piano' in Australia, where she now lives. The authors met from across the world through their shared love of the boogie piano tradition. They have produced this boogie & blues tutor to help and inspire female players of all ages to experience the uplifting energy and abundant possibilities of this style. Written for all small-handed piano players, regardless of gender, the book contains original compositions specifically arranged for pianists with small hands ranging in difficulty from lower intermediate to advanced, as well as a variety of suitable left hand patterns and many exercises. The authors present important characteristics of the boogie & blues piano style and provide tips on how to improvise. Audio samples are downloadable as mp3 files and QR codes. www.ulrikegaate.com www.janpreston.com


The Little Blues & Boogie Piano Book

The Little Blues & Boogie Piano Book

Author: Ulrike Gaate

Publisher: Tredition Gmbh

Published: 2017-07-21

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9783732393398

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Boogie-woogie touches the heart and lifts the spirits of both players and listeners. Unlike most other musical styles the piano takes centre stage and is not just an accompanying instrument. Boogie & blues piano combines boogie-woogie, blues, rock and rock 'n' roll elements into an enticing mix. The rules of improvisation and how to play along in jam sessions are much easier to learn than, for instance, in complex jazz. Many tricks and licks for playing boogie-woogie have before now been passed from person to person in the international music scene and have not been available in published books. For outstanding pianist and Steinway artist JOJA WENDT, discovered by Joe Cocker during a jam session in a Hamburg piano bar and booked by him as a support act, boogie-woogie was the entry into a successful international career that has now spanned more than 30 years. JOJA WENDT and ULRIKE GAATE, who is one of the very few female boogie & blues piano players in Europe, are experienced musicians who have collaborated to produce this exciting book. They present easily understood and succinct expert tips to help amateur enthusiasts and the next generation of talent alike enter the fascinating world of boogie & blues piano. The book contains clearly structured information provided by experienced professionals, tips for live performance, piano sheet music, original compositions, fingering notations, a large variety of bass lines and multiple exercises. More than 40 mp3 audio samples are downloadable from Joja Wendt's online piano academy: www.jojaspianoacademy.de. Eight original transcriptions, including by Hersal Thomas, Albert Ammons, Meade 'Lux' Lewis und Jimmy Yancey, are included. In addition, many photos, anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories make this book engrossing, informative and a pleasure to read. The level of the book is ranging in difficulty from lower intermediate to advanced learners.


Jazz, Rags & Blues

Jazz, Rags & Blues

Author: Martha Mier

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780739008508

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Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 2 contains original solos for early intermediate to intermediate-level pianists that reflect the various styles of the jazz idiom. An excellent way to introduce your students to this distinctive American contribution to 20th century music. The online audio includes dynamic recordings of each song in the book.


Teach Yourself to Play Blues & Boogie Piano

Teach Yourself to Play Blues & Boogie Piano

Author: Michael Tarro

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2017-10-01

Total Pages: 110

ISBN-13: 1540014371

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(Piano Instruction). If you are a pianist who has already developed some ability on your instrument, and have an interest in learning about blues and boogie woogie, this book is tailor-made for you. Jazz and swing are also discussed. You'll focus on many aspects of these styles, proceeding slowly at first, then progressing more quickly after the fundamentals have been introduced. Most of the songs and arrangements are at the intermediate level. The online audio features demo tracks, as well as stylistic backing tracks with bass and drums only so you can play along as the soloist. Topics covered include: 12-bar blues * left-hand bass patterns * right-hand licks * turnarounds & endings * swing & dotted rhythms * improvisation * and much more.


Boogie Woogie for Beginners (Music Instruction)

Boogie Woogie for Beginners (Music Instruction)

Author: Hal Leonard Corp.

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 1985-07-01

Total Pages: 63

ISBN-13: 147682715X

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(Keyboard Instruction). A short easy method for learning to play boogie woogie, designed for the beginner and average pianist. Includes: exercises for developing left-hand bass * 25 popular boogie woogie bass patterns * arrangements of "Down the Road a Piece" and "Answer to the Prayer" by well-known pianists * a glossary of musical terms for dynamics, tempo and style.


It's Easy to Play Boogie-Woogie

It's Easy to Play Boogie-Woogie

Author: Wise Publications

Publisher: Wise Publications

Published: 1997-12-01

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1783236264

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It's Easy to Play Boogie-Woogie is a fabulous collection of simplified, easy-to-read arrangements of 20 popular songs in the Boogie-Woogie style for Piano - Perfect for the beginner pianist looking to bolster their repertoire and improve their playing. Song List: - Alright Okay You Win - Blue Suede Shoes - Brazilian Love Song - Catch A Falling Star - Cinderella Rockafella - Cuanto Le Gusta - Frankie And Johnny - Green Green Grass Of Home - He's Got The Whole World In His Hand - He's Got The Whole World In His Hands - Jailhouse Rock - King Of The Road - Never On A Sunday - Night Train - Proud Mary - Ramblin' Rose - Release Me - Spanish Harlem - The Last Round Up - When The Saints Go Marching In


Blues Piano and How to Play It

Blues Piano and How to Play It

Author: Erwin Helfer

Publisher:

Published: 2021-11-30

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780578317847

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In this book, critically acclaimed recording artist and performer, Erwin Helfer shares his experience and knowledge in the art of blues piano playing. Nobody is better qualified than Helfer; he is the last living link to the Yancey family who pioneered this style of music. This book captures Helfer's approach which he honed from over fifty years of teaching. Beginner piano students will learn how to play a complete blues song with help from the early chapters. Advance piano students will learn deeper aspects of blues piano in the latter chapters.


100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should Know

100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should Know

Author: Jerald Simon

Publisher: Jerald Simon

Published: 2018-06

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781948274111

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100 Different Ways to play the same song. Piano students learn 100 fun left hand patterns to take any music and change it up 100 different ways. Also included in the book is the FUN FAKEBOOK which includes 100 piano pieces in facebook format where the melody (Right Hand - treble clef) and the given chords for each measure are shown. The students can then fake or make up a left hand pattern to go along with the melody.