The latest publication in this award-winning series. This unique collaboration between two of the UK's top pianist/educators offers intermediate pianists a detailed introduction to the highly rhythmic music of Latin America and Spain, featuring a wide range of styles from many countries, including:



? Cuba ? son, montuno, mambo, cha-cha-chá, bolero, danzón

? Brazil ? bossa nova, samba, baion, afoxé, frevo, chorinho

? Argentina and Uruguay ? tango, milonga, zamba, chacarera, candombe

? Venezuela ? joropo, vals

? Colombia ? cumbia

? Dominica ? merengue

? Spain ? flamenco, rumba, buleria



Over 50 pieces to play, including Oye Cómo Va, Bésame Mucho, Sò Danço Samba, El Manicero (The Peanut Vendor), Mambo No 5, Mambo Influenciado, Mas Que Nada, Berimbau, The Girl from Ipanema, Manhã de Carnaval, Upa Neguinho, A Media Luz, Vals Venezolano #2 and Alfonsina y El Mar.



Original compositions by the authors feature copious assignments to help with syncopation and coordination, and key rhythms such as clave, montuno and partido alto are given in-depth treatment. All pieces are included on the two accompanying CDs, which contain authentic rhythm section tracks and invaluable play-along opportunities / Partition 2 CDs /

The Música Latina para Dos series by Wynn-Anne Rossi introduces students to the rhythms, styles, and musical characteristics of Latin American music. Each duet includes a short rhythm exercise to prepare students for the rhythm patterns featured in the piece, as well as a brief description to spark the performers' imaginations. The captivating rhythms and musical variety found in these duets will provide students with the opportunity to discover and celebrate Latin music---Música Latina. Book 3 contains duets written for students at the intermediate level. / Piano 4 Mains

An Artistic Late Intermediate Piece For Two Pianos-'The origins of the word concerto have long been debated by music historians. Some have maintained that the word derives from the Latin word concertare which means 'to fight or contend with'. Other believe it comes from conserere meaning 'to join or bind together'. I believe this concerto falls best in the second category with the two Pianos combining into an exciting interactive work. Playing concertos requires the soloist to listen carefully and play out when the solo part is the focus but to blend with the accompanimental part when it isn't. Work to play with rhythmic precision so you're in sync with the second part. And finally bring out allthe expression markings for an artistic and dramatic interpretation. You may just hear some 'bravos' of your own after your fantastic performance!'

The Jazz In Focus series presents this intermediate/late intermediate collection of original Latin American dance music. Composed by Lee Evans pieces such as Tango Buenos Aires Mambo Puerto Rico Cucamonga Conga an more celebrate the rich rhythmic flavour of Latin American dances. Students will love playing these challenging solos!

15 Pieces For Solo Piano-From the bestselling author of Improvising Blues Piano Exploring Jazz Piano 1 & 2 and Exploring Latin Piano comes a collection of new Jazz Latin and contemporary repertoire for solo piano. This collection is aimed at pianists looking to explore these styles in more depth or those looking to expand their musical horizons – an ideal accompaniment to other Tim Richards publications.  Original pieces by Tim Richards as well as new arrangements of standards by three of the most iconic composers in jazz: Thelonious Monk Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker Notes on interpretation technique theory and performance Recordings of allpieces played by Tim are included Most pieces include fully notated improvisations Chord symbols are provided to encourage you to play your own solos too. Easy pieces at the beginning of the book give way to more challenging ones later on suitable for intermediate to advanced players.

Original jazz solos designed to introduce Piano students to the rhythmic harmonic and melodic elements of jazz style. Book 3 contains eight solos for the intermediate to late intermediate level Pianist. Titles: Blues Jam; Blues Lullaby; Dorian Motion; Easy Breezy Jazz; Jazz-a-Little Latin; Jazz Prelude; Kool Kat; Rockin' Jazz.

Accomplished keyboard author Peter Deneff brings you 30 lessons to help you play in the Latin style. Topics covered include: samba · bossa · Latin jazz · Montuno · Reggaeton · Caribbean · salsa · cha cha · Afro 6/8 · syncopatedrhythms · octave patterns · non-sequential exercises · build technique and dexterity · great for improvisers and composers · useful for intermediate to advanced pianists · make excellent warmups.

15 Pieces for Solo Piano-From the bestselling author of Improvising Blues Piano Exploring Jazz Piano 1 & 2 and Exploring Latin Piano comes a collection of new blues boogie and gospel repertoire for solo Piano. The collection is ideal for pianists looking to explore these styles in more depth or those looking to expand their musical horizons. Chord symbols are provided for each tune to aid improvisation and the book comes with CD recording of all pieces played by Tim Richards himself. Each piece is accompanied by notes on interpretation technique theory and performance. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players.

The Player's Guide to Authentic Stylings. The Hal Leonard Jazz Piano Method Book 2 is a detailed, easy-to-use guide for anyone interested in furthering their jazz piano skills. There are many harmonic concepts, useful licks, and comping techniques for you to absorb. The accompanying audio includes demonstrations of all the examples in the book. Includes: harmonic exercises, melodic vocabulary, chord progressions and substitutions: melodic minor scale theory, locked-hands style, drop-two voicings, stride, walking bass lines, Latin styles, modern sounds, and much more! This is a powerhouse of a book - a real 'owner's manual' for the jazz piano mind. Mark Davis presents the essential material in easily digestible packets, each buidling on the last, and as a whole building on the concepts from the first book. I'll be referring both beginning and intermediate students to this course. - Geoffrey Keezer, multiple Grammy«-nominated pianist.

Ten pieces for Piano duet that explore the styles of Latin Spiritual and Jazz and feature elements of syncopation as well as some wonderfully addictive melodies!Suitable fo the intermediate to advanced Piano student. Includes a CD of recorded demonstrations with seperate tracks of the teacher and pupil parts.

Fifteen exciting jazz piano arrangements of popular European nursery rhymes at an intermediate level. Several different styles are incorporated including Blues Boogie Latin and Swing ensuring the fun and surprise aspect is maintained throughout. Jazz satisfaction guaranteed. Titles include: 'Careful on that wall Humpty!' 'London con fuoco' 'Goose on the Loose' and 'Baa Baa Bluesy Sheep'.

Embark on a voyage of discovery with this stunning collection of 14 original Jazz Preludes from the creator of Microjazz inspired by the musical landscapes and legendary pioneers of the jazz world.Take in the syncopated rhythms of Ragtime in Missouri and the melancholy Blues songs of the Deep South step into the swinging clubs and dancehalls of New Orleans Chicago and New York and groove to the pulsating rhythms of Latin-American carnivals in these characteristically innovative compositions by Christopher Norton.Ideal for intermediate to advanced-level keyboard players these pieces are perfect for the concert platform as well as providing excellent teachingmaterial.An accompanying CD features newly-recorded stylish demonstration performances by Iain Farrington.