SKU: CA.1060103

ISBN 9790007132996. Language: German.

In his new work Sonne, Mond und Sterne (Sun, moon and stars), composer Peter Schindler combines texts from five centuries to form a kaleidoskope of life. The music, closely reflecting the many and diverse texts, borrows influences from classical music and jazz, chanson, pop and chamber music, and is merged into a unique and unmistakable musical language by Peter Schindler. Score available separately - see item CA.1060100.

SKU: AD.ADG247

ISBN 9781958017395. UPC: 663389124721. 9 x 12 inches.

Step into the dynamic world of contemporary jazz-funk with Andrew D. Gordon's latest masterpiece, 100 Ultimate Jazz-Funk Grooves for Piano/Keyboards. Renowned for his expertise in jazz and funk music, Gordon brings forth a comprehensive collection, offering a wealth of inspiration and exploration for pianists and keyboard enthusiasts.

As a distinguished composer, educator, and performer, Andrew D. Gordon is celebrated for his ability to seamlessly weave intricate jazz harmonies with the infectious energy of funk rhythms pushing the boundaries of musical expression and inspiring a new wave of creativity.

With a career steeped in jazz and funk, he seamlessly blends the sophistication of jazz harmonies with the infectious grooves of funk, providing a captivating experience for musicians of all levels.

100 Ultimate Jazz-Funk Grooves is a journey through the heart of jazz-funk, featuring mainly eight measure grooves that capture the essence of this vibrant genre. Gordon's grooves allows pianists and keyboardists to explore the rich tapestry of jazz-funk while adding their own creative flair.

Each of the 100 grooves have been recorded twice, the first version has the piano/keyboard part playing along with a rhythm section of guitar, bass, drums and percussion as well as other instruments. The second version consists of a 2-3 minute play-a-long track to practice the piano/keyboard part with.

Whether you are a seasoned performer looking to expand your repertoire or a hobbyist/student who is interested in the world of jazz-funk, this book offers a diverse array of, chord progressions, and melodic lines that will challenge and inspire.

100 Ultimate Jazz-Funk Grooves for Piano/Keyboards is an invitation to explore the syncopated rhythms, sophisticated harmonies, and infectious energy that define the genre. Step into the world of limitless musical possibilities, and let the pages of this extraordinary collection be your guide to unlocking the vibrant and soulful world of jazz-funk.

SKU: FJ.JS2003

UPC: 241444396704. English.

For 13 students---six pianists on two pianos, three more pianists each on an electric piano (keyboard), and four percussionists playing on simple, homemade instruments. Each player represents a sound in the forest. Rather than reading a score, the musicians memorize a single gesture, or 'lick and count seconds before entering and repeating their lick. It lasts approximately 4 minutes, and will be a refreshing addition to your recitals! Check out the piece on youtube.

SKU: BA.BA08772

ISBN 9790006502349. 30 x 23 cm inches. Language: German/English. Preface: Knecht, Edgar.

Edgar Knecht is a jazz pianist who has created his own unique style. His dbut CD, “Good Morning Lilofee” (with four-piece combo), conquered the clubs and earned him invitations to international festivals. His treatment of the original melodies is refreshingly different from standard jazz arrangements: It is characterized by a free perception of the tunes, varied rhythms as well as unconventional harmonies. The same recipe for success underlies his second CD, “Dance On Deep Waters”, with which the Edgar Knecht Quartet is again going on tour, with many gigs lined up for spring and summer.

All eight of the songs in our edition offer agreeable and stimulating literature outside the classical and jazz pigeonholes for pianists everywhere, whether or not they dig German folksongs. Familiar tunes such as “Es freit der wilde Wassermann” or “Die Gedanken sind frei” gain a wholly new quality and pizzazz in his arrangements. Though based on the original songs, the pieces go far beyond them in form, harmony and rhythm, thereby turning the originals into top-quality jazz ballads. All the pieces have suggestions for improvised passages, usually with chords and written-out ostinato bass lines.

All the pieces are recorded on the like-named CD with Edgar Knecht at the piano, accompanied by his trio of bass, drums and percussion.


The Author
Edgar Knecht lives in Kassel (Germany), where he heads a piano school and tours with his combo. Since the age of 14 he has held concerts with his own piano pieces and written many theatre, film and TV scores. With his Edgar Knecht Trio he transforms German folksongs into fascinating jazz ballads with which he fills his programmes and venues.

Playlist:
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh-AUh-Pv3D4lXqmq2cdu-ubVBDIfvxQJ

SKU: BT.CAZJCLAG02

Joe Cutler's For Frederic Lagnau for Alto Sax, Oboe, Percussion, Double Bass, Piano.

Commissioned by the Workers Union Ensemble with the kind support of PRS For Music Foundation.

SKU: HL.50510269

UPC: 073999377828.

Playing score.

SKU: HL.49029594

ISBN 9790220128448.