Tim Richards
Volume 1 introduces the intermediate pianist to the basic chord-types used in jazz, from major and minor triads to seventh and ninth chords. Other topics include: Chord/scale relationships, modes, broken chord and scale patterns, pentatonic and blues scales, walking bass lines, Latin rhythms and bass lines, the diatonic cycle, secondary dominants, II V I sequences, horizontal and vertical improvisation, tritone substitution, two-handed voicings, rootless voicings, technical exercises and fingering, accompaniment styles, ear-training, discography (suggested listening).28 pieces by the author appear alongside special arrangements of well-known jazz standards, including: Autumn Leaves â€¢ Fly Me to the Moon â€¢ In a Sentimental Mood â€¢ Mannenberg â€¢ On Green Dolphin St (Part 1) â€¢ Ornithology â€¢ Song for My Father â€¢ Straight No Chaser â€¢ Take the A Train. Also included are transcribed solos by Thelonious Monk and Horace Silver, an invaluable source of authentic jazz techniques.
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Exploring Jazz Piano - Volume 1 (The Schott Pop Styles Series)