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Brazilian and Afro-Cuban Jazz Conception is the exciting series of play-along books by award-winning Brazilian flutist and composer Fernando Brandão and features fifteen original tunes in various Brazilian and Afro-Cuban styles. This edition clearly aims at being more than a simple play-along collection. For each of the tunes a thorough analysis and additional exercises are given. An extensive introduction into the various styles and rhythms of Brazilian and Afro-Cuban music makes these books even more valuable. The rhythm section and soloists are among the most prestigious musicians in contemporary Brazilian music. Rhythm Section: Leandro Braga - piano, Adriano Giffoni - bass, Xande Figueiredo - drums, Zero - percussion

20 pieces for Keyboard

This handy reference helps aspiring pianists when they're faced with parts that offer chord symbols and slashings only. Just like looking up words in a dictionary, players can find two voicings for every chord. 138 pages.

Improvisations

Improvisations

Improvisations

Improvisations

Book & CD (Piano: Dave Hazeltine) An exciting and unique way for pianists to learn and practice how to play in a jazz rhythm section and how to accompany a jazz soloist.
This book/CD set features 15 solo etudes based on blues and standard chord progressions, demonstrated by different soloists along with a world-class rhythm section: Dave Hazeltine, piano; Paul Gill, bass; and Kenny Washington, drums. The recording features two separate versions of each etude: one with the complete rhythm section and one without the piano. Sit in for Dave and comp for Jim Snidero, alto sax; Eric Alexander, tenor sax; Ryan Kisor, trumpet; Slide Hampton, trombone; or Joe Cohn, guitar. Compatible editions are available for alto and baritone, tenor and soprano saxophone, flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, violin, guitar, bass lines, and drums making it invaluable for larger ensemble instruction.

The Evolotion of Solo Jazz Piano is a study of solo piano styles developed by 24 of the most influential solo pianists from 1900 to present. In order to clearly illustrate the specific contirbution of the various pianists, Bill Dobbins composed a theme based on the well known standard 'All of Me'. By applying the stylistic approaches of the different pianists to the same theme, one becomes aware of the subtle yet evocative elements of each individual style. Part 1 - Traditional Style Scott Joplin, Jelly Roll Morton; James P Johnson; Willie 'The Lion' Smith; Early 'Fatha' Hines; Thomas 'Fats' Waller; Teddy Wilson; Duke Ellington; Art Tatum; Mead Lux Lewis; Pete Johnson; Jimmy Yancey. Part 2 - Modern Styles Thelonious Monk, bud Powell, Oscar Peterson; Erroll Garner; Lennie Tristano; Bill Evans; Clare Fischer; Jimmy Rowles; Cecil Taylor, Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, Richie Beirach. Running Time: 101 minutes. Price inc. VAT £26.75

The exercises in this book are constructed towards two ends: finger srength and facility, and harmonic thinking at the keyboard

Book/CD Improvisation is at the heart of jazz, but knowing how to play stylistically correct in a large jazz ensemble is also a necessity. How to Play Piano in a Big Band offers tips, suggestions, examples and a play along CD to help you put it all together. How To Play Piano in a Big Band is a detailed and organized guide to understanding the most important skills and concepts for the big band pianist. Through the study of seven recorded compositions by composers ranging from Clare Fischer and Richie Beirach to Jim Snidero and Heiner Wiberny, Bill Dobbins gives experienced insight into the role of the pianist in the rhythm section as well as the interpretation of the notated piano parts. Many excerpts of piano comping and solos from the recordings are included with helpful analysis, as well as organised exercises for internalizing the vocabulary of chord voicings, rhythmic comping patterns and other material that represent essential skills of the big band pianist. The seven pieces are introduced according to their level of difficulty, and the accompanying CD includes a listening version, where the volume level of the piano is raised slightly so that it can be easily heard, as well as a play-along version in which the piano is muted. Although the first four pieces are accessible to pianists with beginning to intermediate jazz experience, the last three provide an invaluable study of more advanced technics for performing the demanding repertoire encountered in more experienced ensembles. As a result of this approach, the book is designed to be of practical use for jazz pianists at all levels of experience. The repertoire covers many jazz styles from Basie to Latin and African-influenced music to ECM and contemporary jazz (the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, Bob Brookmeyer, etc.). There is an extensive discography included for further listening as well as a brief list of recordings that are stylistically similar to each of the seven recorded arrangements.

Book/CD Intermediate Jazz Conception is another addition to the popular series of etude books created by Jim Snidero, featuring some of the finest jazz musicians in the world. This book/cd set includes 15 etudes based on standards, modal tunes and blues, demonstrated by Dave Hazeltine on piano with the incredibly swinging rhythm section of Paul Gill on Bass and Kenny Washington on Drums. New to Intermediate Jazz Conception is an appendix dedicated to style and improvisation, including a scales syllabus, nomenclature, and over 95 lines and ideas extracted for the study of improvisation! The recording features two separate versions of each etude; one with the soloist and rhythm section and one with the rhythm section only. Hear how the soloist performs the etudes, play with or without the soloist on the cd, and learn about both jazz style and improvisation from some of the best.

Book & CD (Piano: Mike LeDonne) Exact transcriptions, as played by Mike LeDonne, plus 21 simple piano lead sheets.
See and hear how a well known piano player phrases and articulates and comps for the soloists on the CD. Play along with one of todays finest, swinging New York rhythm sections: Mike LeDonne on piano, Dennis Irwin on bass, and Kenny Washington on drums. Use the book/CD sets for private lessons, for self-study, or in any combination up to a full jazz ensemble, including flute and clarinet. If you are more advanced you may want to use the book to develop your sight reading abilities, for transcribing the comping off the CD (then check against the book) or for just having fun playing along with a great jazz rhythm section

Book & CD. Jazz Conception is a new and exciting way for players at all levels to learn the language of jazz! Each book/CD set features 21 solo etudes based on chord changes to standards and blues. The same 21 etudes transposed and adapted for the main jazz instruments. See and hear how a well known soloist phrases and articulates and play along with or without the soloist on the CD. Play along with one of todays finest, swinging New York rhythm sections: Mike LeDonne on piano, Dennis Irwin on bass, and Kenny Washington on drums. Start out fairly easy, then get progressively more difficult. Use the etudes as a bridge to solos of the masters that are usually more complicated and involved. Learn melodies and lines that will give you a solid jazz vocabulary and musicality. Use the book/CD sets for private lessons, for self-study, or in any combination up to a full jazz ensemble, including flute and clarinet. If you are more advanced you may want to use the book to develop your sight reading abilities, for transcribing the etudes off the CD (then check against the book) or for just having fun playing along with a great jazz rhythm section.

A book from the man who has set the standard for jazz and improvisation learning materials. A compilation of 15 years of teaching jazz keyboard at several universities. The book also contains a Teacher's Supplement. Usable for classroom or individual study. If you are a pianist, or arrange, compose, accompany, play any instrument, read fake books, coach groups, teach or earn a living in the music field, you need this 64-page book.

Workbook for Pianists and non-Pianists

This book provides practice material for the aural tests which form part of the ABRSM's Grade 1-3 jazz piano exams. Develop aural and musicianship sklls which are fundamental part of jazz performance and improvisation. Cover a wide range of jazz styles, from calypso and gentle jazz waltz to boogie-woogie and driving funk rock. A concise introduction sets out what the examiner will be looking for and explains each component within the aural tests.

This book provides practice material for the aural tests which form part of the ABRSM's Grade 4-5 jazz piano exams. Develop aural and musicianship sklls which are fundamental part of jazz performance and improvisation. Cover a wide range of jazz styles, from calypso and gentle jazz waltz to boogie-woogie and driving funk rock. A concise introduction sets out what the examiner will be looking for and explains each component within the aural tests.

Book & CD. A complete step-by-step guide to playing jazz with confidence and style. Guides the complete beginner through the early stages and in playing first solos. Builds confidence in rhythm, melody and harmony and puts these together in different jazz styles. Contains many activities to develop skills. Full-length CD illustrates the points made and provides an exhilarating backdrop to your work. And indispensable companion to ABRSM's jazz piano exams, with Part III dealing with the exam in detail.

Essential jazz piano skills for all musicians. If you’re a jazz singer or instrumentalist and don’t already have basic skills in jazz piano: now is the time! Piano skills are the gateway to understanding chords and progressions, checking lead sheets for accuracy, learning new tunes, arranging, writing your own tunes, becoming a better improviser and so on. This book outlines an easy step-by-step process that makes learning basic jazz piano easy and fun!

This book contains all the pieces for ABRSM jazz piano exam Grade 1. A wealth of jazz repertoire in a carefully graded book. Huge range of styles, from up-tempo swing tunes to funky rock grooves. Pieces presented in three categories: blues, standards and contemporary jazz. Contemporary jazz pieces specifically commissioned for the syllabus from professional jazz musicians. Structured elp given in solo sections.

Complete aural guide to the ABRSM jazz piano syllabus. Presents of the pices for the grade in performances containing sample improvisations at the level. Contains a sample set of aural tests and examples of quick studies and scales. Includes 'minus one' tracks of three of the graded pieces for you to play along with bass and drums. Kicks off with superb trio takes of three of the pieces for the grade

This book contains all the pieces for ABRSM jazz piano exam Grade 2. A wealth of jazz repertoire in a carefully graded book. Huge range of styles, from up-tempo swing tunes to funky rock grooves. Pieces presented in three categories: blues, standards and contemporary jazz. Contemporary jazz pieces specifically commissioned for the syllabus from professional jazz musicians. Structured elp given in solo sections.

Complete aural guide to the ABRSM jazz piano syllabus. Presents of the pices for the grade in performances containing sample improvisations at the level. Contains a sample set of aural tests and examples of quick studies and scales. Includes 'minus one' tracks of three of the graded pieces for you to play along with bass and drums. Kicks off with superb trio takes of three of the pieces for the grade

This book contains all the pieces for ABRSM jazz piano exam Grade 3. A wealth of jazz repertoire in a carefully graded book. Huge range of styles, from up-tempo swing tunes to funky rock grooves. Pieces presented in three categories: blues, standards and contemporary jazz. Contemporary jazz pieces specifically commissioned for the syllabus from professional jazz musicians. Structured elp given in solo sections.

Complete aural guide to the ABRSM jazz piano syllabus. Presents of the pices for the grade in performances containing sample improvisations at the level. Contains a sample set of aural tests and examples of quick studies and scales. Includes 'minus one' tracks of three of the graded pieces for you to play along with bass and drums. Kicks off with superb trio takes of three of the pieces for the grade

This book contains all the pieces for ABRSM jazz piano exam Grade 4. A wealth of jazz repertoire in a carefully graded book. Huge range of styles, from up-tempo swing tunes to funky rock grooves. Pieces presented in three categories: blues, standards and contemporary jazz. Contemporary jazz pieces specifically commissioned for the syllabus from professional jazz musicians. Structured elp given in solo sections.

Complete aural guide to the ABRSM jazz piano syllabus. Presents of the pices for the grade in performances containing sample improvisations at the level. Contains a sample set of aural tests and examples of quick studies and scales. Includes 'minus one' tracks of three of the graded pieces for you to play along with bass and drums. Kicks off with superb trio takes of three of the pieces for the grade

This book contains all the pieces for ABRSM jazz piano exam Grade 5. A wealth of jazz repertoire in a carefully graded book. Huge range of styles, from up-tempo swing tunes to funky rock grooves. Pieces presented in three categories: blues, standards and contemporary jazz. Contemporary jazz pieces specifically commissioned for the syllabus from professional jazz musicians. Structured elp given in solo sections.

Complete aural guide to the ABRSM jazz piano syllabus. Presents of the pices for the grade in performances containing sample improvisations at the level. Contains a sample set of aural tests and examples of quick studies and scales. Includes 'minus one' tracks of three of the graded pieces for you to play along with bass and drums. Kicks off with superb trio takes of three of the pieces for the grade

This book contains practice tests for the quick studies, Grades 1-5, which form part of ABRSM's jazz piano exams. Pracises the crucial jazz skill of improvising spontaneously, or 'unprepared', on a piece previously unheard. Covers a wide range of jazz styles. An invaluable introduction includes advice on how to extend and develop work on the quick studies and sets out what the examiner will be looking for

This book contains all the scales, set out by grade, for ABRSM's jazz piano exam. A short introduction sets out what the examiner will be looking for and includes a table of recommended speeds. Includes patters characteristic of the idiom, and hence is useful for any playing seeking to develop their jazz piano skills.

Complete piano transcription book from Jamey Aebersold Play-a-Long Vol. 1 How To Play and Improvise. Every note is written exactly as played by Jamey Aebersold with chord symbols, passing chords, pedal markings, etc. Total of 40 minutes of efficient, musical piano accompaniment written for two hands. Why you should consider this and other Aebersold piano voicing transcription books: Ever listen to a great jazz pianist and wonder ‘what’s he doing there?’ Now you’ll know!

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

Sittin’ In with the Big Band: Jazz Ensemble Play-Along is written at the easy to medium-easy level. It provides an opportunity to play along with a professional jazz ensemble to improve your playing 24/7. As you play along and listen to the outstanding players in the band, you’ll learn about blend, style, phrasing, tone, dynamics, technique, articulation, and playing in time, as well as a variety of Latin, swing, ballad and rock styles. Performance tips and suggestions are included in each book. Books are available for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar and drums. Titles include: Vehicle, Sax to the Max, Nutcracker Rock, Fiesta Latina, Now What, Goodbye My Heart, Two and a Half Men, Burritos to Go, Drummin’ Man, Swingin’ Shanty and Play That Funky Music.

Sittin’ In with the Big Band, Vol. II is more than a fun play-along. This book and CD combination features ten big band charts written at the medium-difficulty level for players with some experience. It provides an opportunity to play along with a professional jazz ensemble and improve playing skills. As students play along and listen to the outstanding players in the band, they will learn about blend, style, phrasing, tone, dynamics, technique, articulation, time and playing in tune. Performance tips and suggestions are included in each book. Books are available for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar and drums.
Includes Alianza; Get It On; Greensleeves; Jump; La Suerte de los Tontos; On Green Dolphin Street; The Red Door; Secret Love; Softly, As in Morning Sunrise; Trofeo de Bolos

by Luke Gillespie. Covers all styles of comping, from basic and fundamental approaches to modern! A complete collection of II/V7/I voicings for jazz keyboard, starting with simple diatonic voicings and progressing into more harmonically rich and diverse voicings with intricate passing tones and complex harmonies. No longer will you be stuck using the same kinds of voicings over and over, even in different styles. Now you can have a variety of II/V7 voicings available at your fingertips for every musical situation. 112 pages