Playing Jazz Piano

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 piano 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.

Additional Information

SKU#: 00-29827
UPC: 038081331904
ISBN-10: 0739054023
ISBN-13: 9780739054024
Secondary Category: Keyboard/Piano
Format: Book
Page Count: 44
Contributors: By Bob Mintzer
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