Piano/Keyboards - Intermediate

SKU: AD.ADG247

Composed by Andrew D. Gordon. 100 Ultimate Jazz-Funk Series. Jazz Funk. Book and digital audio. ADG Productions #ADG247. Published by ADG Productions (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.

Arranged by Andrew D. Gordon. Blues, instructional. Book and online audio. 90 pages. Published by ADG Productions (AD.ADG167).

Instructional, pop, rock. Method Book and Downloadable audio. Published by ADG Productions

Piano

SKU: ST.H403

Composed by Tony Cliff. Score and CD. Stainer & Bell Ltd. #H403. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.H403).

ISBN 9790220219177.

Eight jazzy pieces for piano with CD accompaniment and tips on improvisation and chords. Written to encourage the development of improvisational skills, Piano Grooves is for players who've had a basic classical training, but now feel they'd like to work in jazz and popular styles. The eight pieces range from Blues to Bossa, from Funk to Romantic Ballad. With their CD accompaniments (in addition to full recorded performances) you can be your own soloist, with backing band, drums, bass guitar and strings. A regular contributor to Music Teacher magazine, a songwriter and arranger and a special representative for the Yamah-Kemble disklavier piano, Tony Cliff writes clearly and concisely, both in words and in music. His tips, guidance, targets and helping hand offer players a maximum of musical enjoyment with a minimum of theoretical fog.

Composed by Andrew D. Gordon. Saddle stitch. Blues, instructional. Book and Downloadable audio. Duration 80 minutes. Published by ADG Productions

By Ann Rabson. Keyboard Instruction. Softcover with DVD. 40 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Harmonies, Voicings, and Grooves. Berklee Guide. Jazz Instruction. Softcover Audio Online. 80 pages. Published by Berklee Press

Complete Jazz Keyboard Method: Intermediate Jazz Keyboard. (Intermediate Jazz Keyboard). For keyboard. Keyboard/Piano; Method/Instruction. National Keyboard Workshop Book - Approved Curriculum. Instructional, Method, Jazz and Play Along. Intermediate. Instructional book and examples/accompaniment CD. Leadsheet notation, instructional text and standard notation. 96 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing