Richards, Tim : Improvising Blues Piano

The basic principles of blues piano explained for the intermediate-level pianist-The forerunner to the awarded-winning Exploring Jazz Piano books Improvising Blues Piano examines the harmonic rhythmic and melodic aspects of the blues assuming a basic competence of around grade 3.All styles are covered from the 1920s to the present from the early boogie pioneers via swing gospel jump-jive New Orleans Chicago and Kansas City schools to the more sophisticated jazz and funky blues of the current scene. Over 60 pieces including many original compositions by the author together with new arrangements of well-known standarts such as 'Ain't No Sunshine' 'Blueberry Hill' 'Blue Monk' 'Got My Mojo workin' 'Honky Tonk Train Blues' 'How Long Blues' 'Just aCloser Walk with Thee' 'Pine Top's Boogie Woogie' 'St Louis Blues' etc.? Authentic left-hand patterns and bass lines? Professional chord voicings blues scales licks and riffs? Co-ordination exercises for both hands? Suggested listeningEach chapter is graded within itself providing some challenging pieces towards the end. Improvising is encouraged at all stages with assignments giving ideas and guidance.The accompanying CD contains all the pieces including some play-along tracks performed by Tim Richards.A very useful and comprehensive survey of different blues styles. Tim's clear demonstrations on the accompanying CD make this the essential book for all aspiring blues pianists (Jools Holland)This book leaves any possible competition standing at the post. (Brian Priestley Jazzwise Magazine)I highly recommend the book. It's the best I've seen yet... Helpful features include a grat Cd by the London-based Richards who is a top-notch performer recording artist and educator. It's almost like having your own personal instructor. (Blues Review USA)The presentation is immaculate the method is logical and friendly. This book feels good... (MOJO)A brilliant new publication from Schott. Each chapter extends the player's harmonic knowledge and gives clear instructions how to progress... You learn not just how to play the blues but also its history and major exponents.

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.

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.

The Associated Board's Jazz Piano series is a comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz. A pioneering set of publications and a rigorously planned syllabus provide the building blocks you need to play jazz with imagination understanding and style and to improvise effectively right from the start.Five books of graded pieces provide a wealth of jazz repertoire for you to play from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant dynamic and multicultural nature of jazz today. Throughout there is a huge range of styles: funky rock grooves up tempo swing tunes calypsos latin pieces jazz waltzes modal pieces bebop gospel etc. There areclassic tunes by such jazz greats as Miles Davis and Thelonius Monk in addition to the brand new pieces which have been specially commissioned from professional British jazz pianists and educators.Within each album there are 15 pieces presented in three categories - blues standards and contemporary jazz. Each piece provides a head which contains all the characteristic voicings phrasing and rhythmic patterns needed for a stylish performance. An improvised section follows where guideline pitches and left-hand voicings are given as a practical starting point for your own solos.These pieces will get you playing confidently and creatively.

The Basic Principles Of Blues Piano Explained For The Intermediate-Level Pianist In An Easy-To-Grasp Fashion. Par RICHARDS TIM. Apprenez les bases essentielles du piano blues. Pour pianiste de niveau intermadiaire. Tim Richards vous présente ici l'harmonie, la rythmique et les différentes mélodies du Blues. Tous les styles sont représentés depuis les années 1920 jusqu'à aujourd'hui, des pionniers du Boogie en passant par le Swing, le Gospel et bien d'autres. Plus de 60 oeuvres, des compositions de Tim Richards en passant par des arrangements de grands standards du blues. Inclus un CD avec des versions complètes et des versions play-backs des chansons. / Niveau : Facile / Schott Pop-Styles / Recueil / Piano

Récompensé par le prestigieux Music Industries Association Award en 2006 pour la meilleure publication pop, Exploring Jazz Piano de Tim Richards était la suite tant attendue de son célèbre Improvising Blues Piano, également publié par Schott. Le niveau général est un peu plus élevé et conviendrait aux pianistes de niveau 4 et plus. Le livre se présente en deux volumes, comprenant pas moins de 56 pièces originales de l'auteur, ainsi que des arrangements spéciaux de 24 standards allant de Autumn Leaves et Summertime à Straight No Chaser et Coltrane's Impressions. / Piano / Schott

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