Learn Jazz Piano: book 1

Nonfiction, Entertainment, Music, Music Styles, Jazz & Blues, Jazz, Instruments & Instruction, General Instruments
Cover of the book Learn Jazz Piano: book 1 by Paul Abrahams, Paul Abrahams
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Author: Paul Abrahams ISBN: 9781476036557
Publisher: Paul Abrahams Publication: April 10, 2012
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: Paul Abrahams
ISBN: 9781476036557
Publisher: Paul Abrahams
Publication: April 10, 2012
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

My approach is clear and systematic with 78 illustrations. Scales lead to chords and the chords link into sequences. The object is to solo through a jazz standard with a full understanding of scales, modes and chord symbols. We will cover the following topics:

The circle of 5ths
Turnarounds
The II-V-I sequence
Turnarounds
Extensions and alterations
7th chords
Modes and modal music
Comping
The diminished sequence

Book 2 is in preparation.

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My approach is clear and systematic with 78 illustrations. Scales lead to chords and the chords link into sequences. The object is to solo through a jazz standard with a full understanding of scales, modes and chord symbols. We will cover the following topics:

The circle of 5ths
Turnarounds
The II-V-I sequence
Turnarounds
Extensions and alterations
7th chords
Modes and modal music
Comping
The diminished sequence

Book 2 is in preparation.

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