Hal Leonard Harrison Mark - Intro To Jazz Piano
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Summary of This Method
Designed as a true initiation journey, this jazz piano method with CD guides you step by step through the essential fundamentals to accompany and play as a soloist. You will discover how to build and chain jazz chords, understand typical progressions, and develop solid harmonic reflexes, indispensable for playing in various contexts.
The book covers in detail swing comping and bossa nova comping : rhythmic placement, groove feel, choice of inversions, as well as effective voicings and patterns to instantly sound more "jazz." The goal is to help you find a musical accompaniment that is stable and varied, whether in left-hand playing, chord blocks, or more open textures.
On the melody side, the method offers work on melodic treatment to enrich lines and better articulate phrasing. It then guides you toward the basics of soloing : construction ideas, improvisation techniques, and practical application on chord changes. A dedicated chapter also teaches you how to play from a fake book : reading chord charts, interpreting a melody, choosing relevant voicings, and creating a coherent accompaniment.
The CD reinforces learning with demonstrations and group play tracks. The "full band tracks" are particularly useful: you can isolate the piano or rhythm section thanks to the left/right split, allowing you to work on listening, tempo, rhythmic precision, and integration within an ensemble. An excellent support to progress in jazz piano, whether you are self-taught or supplementing lessons.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Jazz, Blues, Soul | Publication | Sheet music |
| Instrumentation | piano | Language | English |
| Genre | jazz piano method | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the method suitable for learning jazz piano comping?
The chapters dedicated to swing comping and bossa nova comping cover rhythmic placement, inversions, and appropriate voicings. Accompaniment patterns are also provided to build piano textures.
Does the CD include playbacks for practicing with a band?
The CD contains demonstrations and full band tracks. The left/right channel separation allows isolating the piano or the rhythm section during practice.
Can one learn to read a fake book with this method?
A chapter explains how to read a chord chart and interpret a melody from a fake book. It also covers the choice of voicings and the construction of an accompaniment.
Does Intro To Jazz Piano help with improvisation?
The basics of soloing are presented through construction ideas and improvisation techniques over chord changes. Melodic treatment is also addressed to enrich lines and phrasing. The tracks with band allow applying these elements in a rhythmic context.
In what language is this jazz piano method written?
This piano method is written in English and covers jazz, blues, and soul styles.
