Baumgartner – Jazz Piano Basics Bk 2 Bk/Ola

Book 2 of a two-volume series that presents the fundamentals of jazz in a logical and accessible way, primarily through short progressive exercises. Ideal for classically-trained pianists in traditional lessons who may be a little cautious to learn jazz, as well as for players simply wishing to expand their existing jazzabilities! Book 2 explores concepts in greater depth and introduces the most important aspects of jazz theory in a style that’s easy to grasp. Also useful for pianists interested in participating in a school jazz program. The online audio tracks are indispensable to the series, in particular the fun and practical Q&A improv exercises.

The book features 7 fully-fleshed original pieces: Jersey Jump Beale Street Boogie Bayou Blues The Mississippi Magpie Rag New Orleans Nocturne South Side Stomp Monkin’ the Blues.