(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with online audio will
teach you the basic skills you need to play smooth jazz piano. From
comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the tricks
used by the pros. The accompanying audio features many of the examples
in the book performed either solo or with a full band. Specifically,
you'll learn: scales and chords, harmony and voicings, progressions and
comping, rhythmic concepts, melodies and soloing, characteristic
stylings, the history of jazz, and more. THE HAL LEONARD KEYBOARD STYLE
SERIES provides focused lessons that contain valuable how-to insight,
essential playing tips, and beneficial information for all players.
Comprehensive treatment is given to each subject, complete with
professionally recorded audio tracks. The audio is accessed online for
download or streaming.