Jazz Piano Basics - Book 1

Jazz Piano Basics - Book 1

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  • Author: Eric Baumgartner
  • Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
  • ISBN: 154001195X
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 87

(Willis). Book 1 of a two-volume series that presents the fundamentals of jazz in a logical and accessible manner, primarily through short, progressive exercises. Ideal for anyone wishing to expand their "jazzabilities" and especially practical for those interested in participating in a school jazz program. Includes online audio tracks. Concepts covered include: * Improvisation * Swing rhythms * Common jazz chords and scales * Accompaniment techniques * 12-bar blues, and much more! NOTE: Jazz Piano Basics is a revised and vastly expanded version of the Jazzabilities series.


Think Jazz

Think Jazz

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  • Author: Bill Boyd
  • Publisher:
  • ISBN: 9780711952560
  • Category :
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 86


Jazz Piano Handbook

Jazz Piano Handbook

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  • Author: Michele Weir
  • Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
  • ISBN: 9780739047958
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 132

"[Student will learn the following:] open a fake book/sheet music with chord symbols and play a tune, accompany vocalist/instrumentalist on any type of tune, get a solo piano/vocal gig, use the piano as a helpful tool to practice vocal improvisation, analyze the chord changes to a song and understand the function of each chord within the progression, double-check published leads-sheets for accuracy, improve composition skills by being able to play and hear the tunes, improve improvisation skills by understanding the harmonic construction of a song."--Page 2


The Jazz Piano Book

The Jazz Piano Book

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  • Author: Mark Levine
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  • Category :
  • Languages : en
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Jazz Piano Chords

Jazz Piano Chords

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  • Author: MISHA V. STEFANUK
  • Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
  • ISBN: 1609743156
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 128

This informative volume provides a chord reference for any pianist wanting to learn to play jazz. Starting with the most basic intervals, the text explains how chords are built and how they are used in different performance settings. After covering the basics, advanced chord types such as 9ths, 11ths, 13ths, drop voicings, and the blues chord are presented and explained. the functions of chords are described, as are substitutions, clusters, and polytonal clusters. Numerous charts are provided which can be helpful for practicing and for quick and easy reference as to which can be used with given bass notes. the Melody Harmonization Charts show chords based on fourths. Learning to use these chords will help the pianist play with more harmonic variety, color, and interest.Check out the All About Jazz Review.


The Jazz Piano Book

The Jazz Piano Book

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  • Author: Mark Levine
  • Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • ISBN: 1457101440
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 460

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.


Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner

Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner

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  • Author: Misha V. Stefanuk
  • Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
  • ISBN: 1610651618
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 49

Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner is designed specifically for beginning piano students who are looking for fun and modern music material. It begins with chapters on how to find notes on the piano, hand positioning and an introduction to rhythm and musical notation. It discusses posture, explains how to select an appropriate instrument and includes a simple glossary of musical terms. Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner consist of 30 fun piano pieces including Chatter Rag, Friday Boogie, Max's Trot and Blue All the Way, composed by Mel Bay best selling author of Jazz Piano Chords and Jazz Piano Scales, Misha V. Stefanuk. the included CD allows students to enjoy the music and to hear how the pieces should be performed.


The Big Book of Jazz Piano Improvisation

The Big Book of Jazz Piano Improvisation

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  • Author: Noah Baerman
  • Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
  • ISBN: 9780739031711
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 148

National Keyboard Workshop book, approved curriculum.


Playing Jazz Piano

Playing Jazz Piano

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  • Author: Bob Mintzer
  • Publisher: Alfred Music
  • ISBN: 9781457428852
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 48

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.


Hal Leonard Jazz Piano Method

Hal Leonard Jazz Piano Method

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  • Author: Mark Davis
  • Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
  • ISBN: 1495051293
  • Category : Music
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 203

(Piano Instruction). The Hal Leonard Jazz Piano Method is a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide designed for anyone interested in playing jazz piano from the complete novice just learning the basics to the more advanced player who wishes to enhance their keyboard vocabulary. There are lots of fun progressions and licks for you to play and absorb. The accompanying audio includes demonstrations of all the examples in the book! Topics include essential theory, chords and voicings, improvisation ideas, structure and forms, scales and modes, rhythm basics, interpreting a lead sheet, playing solos, and much more!