Alfred and the National Guitar Workshop offer the key to the art of good improvisation. An essential element of playing jazz improvising solos that are creative and well put together can be very intimidating. Easy Soloing for Jazz Keyboard proves that improv can be fun! Learn basic tools for making great authentic-sounding jazz solos like embellishing a tune's melody or chords. The ideal book for keyboardists with basic music knowledge but little improvisation experience this how-to guide is perfect for real life situations. Players from beginner to advanced will find everything they need; plus the included CD demonstrates all the examples in the book.

Take your playing to the next level with Jordan Rudess the Juilliard-trained award-winning keyboardist of Dream Theater! Work at your own pace to improve your skills in physical technique improvisation soloing and comping with clear easy-to-follow directions and exercises that create real results while you play real music. With beginner intermediate and advanced exercises that cover everything from classical technique to blazing progressive rock solos and beyond.

Carnival of Vienna op. 26-Faschingsschwank Aus Wien (Carnival Of Venice) Op.26 is an exciting yet rather unusual Piano work in five movements composed by Robert Schumann in 1839. Although the structure of this piece is more integrated than a Suite it is not quite a Sonata for Piano. These are five beautifully complimenting movements which will provide an enjoyable challenge for the advancing pianist.This Urtext edition of Robert Schumann's Faschingsschwank AusWien Op.26 provides you with an accurate realisation of the composer's original intentions with thorough and detailed editorial markings and suggestions.