Offers Pam Wedgwood's own take on songs such as Take That's Back For Good, ABBA's Money Money Money, and Diamonds are Forever as well as her own specially composed pieces.
Tired of the same old pieces? Looking for something to bridge the gap between grades? Up-Grade! is for you! Pam Wedgwood's inimitable, original style is guaranteed to breathe new life into your trumpet playing. The varied pieces and duets in these bright new collections range from toe-tapping jazzy numbers to more classical styles, all designed to ease you gently on towards the next grade.
Pamela Wedgewood's Up-Grade! series is designed to bridge the gap between grades, using stimulating material in a wide variety of styles. Containing everything from toe-tapping jazzy numbers to more classical pieces, these collections are a fun and satisfying way to ease students gently on toward the next grade.
The most highly acclaimed jazz piano method ever published! Over 300 pages with complete chapters on Intervals and triads, The major modes and II-V-I, 3-note voicings, Sus. and phrygian Chords, Adding notes to 3-note voicings, Tritone substitution, Left-hand voicings, Altering notes in left-hand Stride and Bud Powell voicings, Block chords, Comping ...and much more! Endorsed by Kenny Barron, Down Beat, Jamey Aebersold, etc.
These laid back jazzy duets cover a variety of styles from cozy dinner jazz to wistful blues and more upbeat numbers. The perfect way to wind down after a stressful day! Its time to chill out and indulge in a little jazz. Titles: Fascination * Blue Yonder * Shop-a-holic! * Nowhere Man * Centrepoint * Just Another Day * Jack the Lad.
"Cool Calypso," "Lazy Days," and "Spider in the Batch" are just three of the imaginative pieces in this jazzy collection from piano writer and arranger Pam Wedgwood. Ideal as recital repertoire or just for fun, these 36 pieces are gently progressive and carefully tailored for elementary to intermediate level players. A perfect introduction to a jazzy style of playing About the composer: Pam Wedgwood has established an international reputation as one of the UK's best writers and arrangers of music in popular styles. Pam's unique approach and ability to write catchy tunes has a global appeal, and her books and workshops are in high demand across the world.
Your childÕs summer partner in building grade 3 success! Summer Link Math plus Reading offers second-grade children skill-and-drill practice in key subject areas to help them get ready for third grade over the summer months. Aligned to state and national standards, this super-sized volume includes practices and learning skills in:Math (counting, patterns, place value, addition, subtraction, graphs, multiplication, fractions, time, money, and more)Reading (parts of speech, sentences, main idea, sequencing, classifying, reading comprehension, cause and effect, and more)Test Practice (information and tips on test taking and practice questions) --Sharpen skills for grade 3 with this 320 page book that also includes a skills checklist, a recommended summer reading list, and answer keys for each section.
Features jazz hits that are specially selected for the pianist who is looking for something to bridge the gap between grades. This title features hits such as The Pink Panther, They Can't Take That Away From Me and The Entertainer.
The thrill of making music with a friend or teacher is captured in this new series of duets. Written for pianists at the late-elementary level, the pieces in this collection require hands-together coordination and move around the keyboard. Both primo and secondo parts are equal in difficulty. A variety of keys, styles, meters, and tempos are featured. Titles: * A Bell Carol * Icicle Waltz * Jalapeño Hop * Recital Rag * Rockin' Good Times * A Suspenseful Situation
The goal of this book is to introduce early intermediate piano students to the rhythms, harmonies and other unique characteristics of jazz. Students will be motivated by the variety of styles and sounds that have that special Dennis Alexander sound. From lyrical melodies to infectious rhythms and harmonies, playing jazz styles has never been more fun! Titles: * As September Goesξ * Jazz Jamξ * Purple Sageξ * Rhythmiconξ * Smooth as Silkξ * Sneakin' 'Roundξ * Soft-Shoe Bluesξ * Soul Searcherξ * Tahitian Nightsξ * A Touch of Rhumbaξ * Valse du jour