Eric Baumgartner: Jazz Piano Basics - Book 1: Piano: Instrumental Tutor

A Logical Method For Enhancing Your Jazzabilities-Book 1 of a two-volume series that presents the fundamentals of jazz in a logical and accessible manner primarily through short progressive exercises. Ideal for traditional lessons as well as for anyone wishing to expand their “jazzabilities”. May also be especially useful for those interested in participating in a school jazz program. The online audio tracks are indispensable to the series in particular the fun yet practical Q&A improv exercises.Concepts covered include:• Improvisation• Swing rhythms• Common jazz chords and scales• Accompaniment techniques•12-bar blues and much more!

17 Original Solos to Enhance Your Jazzabilities. Par BAUMGARTNER ERIC. 17 pieces written in a jazz style that progress from later elementary to mid-intermediate level. May be used with the Jazz Piano Basics series or as independent solo recital pieces! Several of the pieces were previously in the Eric's Jazz Connection series. Includes online audio files and performance notes by the composer. Titles: Berry Blue Jam - Bossa Rio - The Brazilian Bop - Burgundy Street Blues - Calypso Carnival - Cool It! - Easy Does It - Fol-de-rol - Funkasaurus - Island Breeze - Jumpin' with Mr. Jordan - Main at Midnight - Mellow Mood - Out on a Limbo - Reflection - A Swing Thing - Tango Up in Blue. 17 great pieces written to help a student become familiar with various jazz styles. They progress from later elementary to mid-intermediate level and may be used with the Jazz Piano Basics series or as independent solo recital pieces! Several of the pieces were previously in the Jazz Connection series. Includes online audio files as well as in-depth performance notes by the composer. Songs include: Berry Blue Jam - Bossa Rio - The Brazilian Bop - Burgundy Street Blues - Calypso Carnival - Cool It! - Easy Does It - Fol-de-rol - Funkasaurus - Island Breeze - Jumpin' with Mr. Jordan - Main at Midnight - Mellow Mood - Out on a Limbo - Reflection - A Swing Thing - Tango Up inBlue. On AMEB Syllabus. / Niveau : Facile à Intermédiaire / Etude / Piano

Mid-Intermediate Level-The newest addition to Eric Baumgartner's Jazz It Up! series this collection is especially close to Eric's heart. Here are his versions of seven of his absolute favourite jazz standards including Ain't Misbehavin' Don't Get Around Much Anymore One Note Samba Take Five and more.

2nd Edition Mid-Intermediate Level. This 2nd edition features 12 traditional Christmas favorites that have been transformed into exciting jazz/blues/swing style pieces. It is not essential for the performer to have previous jazz experience; no sections require improvisation. However, even experienced jazzers and professional musicians will find this collection accessible and playable! Song titles: Angels We Have Heard on High · Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella · Coventry Carol · Deck the Hall · God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen · Good King Wenceslas · Here We Come A-Caroling · Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring · Jingle Bells · March · O Christmas Tree · Ukrainian Bell Carol.

11 solos: Blue Waltz • Camel Caravan • Doo Wop at the Sock Hop • The Entertainer • Feelin' Alright! • A Groovy Tune • Jazz Chord Bop • Peaceful Waters • Ready Set Rock! • This 'n' That • Traffic Jam.