Kember, J : Play Latin Piano

This superb introduction to solo Jazz Piano has been designed to help even relative beginners play in a variety of real jazz styles as soon as possible.As well as swing Easijazz covers Latin and rockstyles of Jazz Piano. WIth helpful demonstrations on the accompanying CD this unique book ofers an enjoyable varied introduction to the special skills that solo Jazz Piano demands.Begins with five-noteshapesCovers swing rock and Latin stylesGraduhally progresses through rhythm and range skillsLets you hear how each piece should sound on audio CD'I really want to express my own personaldelight in John's Easijazz book. He writes with such understanding of the idioms and the limitations within which he must compose for really young pianists while never watering down or compromising his own inimitablestyle.Such a generous impeccably presented selection of attractive well-varied and useful pieces in a whole range of genres - a brilliant book to be used as a repertoire resource a tutor a sight-reading book styleguide - or just for having fun at the piano!'John York - Pianist and Teacherwww.yorkpiano.co.uk'This book is ideal for developing coordination between the hands. As well as providing appealing shortpieces for a concert it would be perfect for the reluctant sight-reader to master hands-together playing.'Hilary Garrett Music Teacher Magazine