Jazz Bits (And Pieces)

Jazz Bits (And Pieces) (Original Piano Solos in Various Jazz Styles Composer Showcase Early Intermediate Level) ** by Bill Boyd. Educational Piano Library. 24 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Bill Boyd's masterful craftsmanship is readily apparent in these 11 pieces. Slightly easier than his intermediate-level books, 'Jazz Delights' and 'Jazz Fest', this solo collection for the early-intermediate pianist explores a variety of jazz styles from blues to swing. Bill's original solos lay out essential style elements in pieces that 'fit' a developing pianist's technique easily, providing students with ample opportunity to develop finesse through enticing melodies and subtle harmonies. An imaginative collection of pieces, sure to please any age. Keys: full range * Reading: full range of keyboard * syncopation * 2 - 4 page solos * 24 pages.

Contents: 11 Easy Pieces: Cordially Yours * Easy Over * Jazz Waltz * Rock-a-Bye * What's Up * Ragtime * and more.