Jazz Piano: The Complete Method Level 1 | Various Authors Piano Method for Beginners | Sheet Music Songbook with CD Learn Swing Blues Bebop Improvisation ABRSM Graded Pieces Scales - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0634033069 ISBN 13: 9780634033063

Publisher: ABRSM, 2002

Synopsis

Jazz Piano - Level 1: The Complete Method Level 1 by Various Authors is an instructional piano sheet music book developed in association with ABRSM, designed for beginners seeking a structured and engaging introduction to jazz piano. It introduces foundational styles such as swing, blues, and contemporary jazz while helping early-stage pianists build confidence in reading, rhythm, and improvisation from the very beginning.

Ideal for new piano students, self-learners, or those preparing for graded assessments, this method combines accessible repertoire with guided musical development. Players are gradually introduced to essential jazz elements, including phrasing, voicings, and stylistic interpretation, making it a practical starting point for anyone looking to develop an authentic jazz sound. The clear progression also helps learners stay motivated while building consistency in daily practice.

This collection includes 15 graded pieces presented in standard notation with chord symbols, supported by audio examples for listening and practice. The repertoire is organized into blues, standards, and contemporary jazz categories, and is paired with aural tests, scales, arpeggios, and short studies that reinforce both technical and musical growth. Each piece presents a clear melody with characteristic jazz rhythms, followed by a guided improvisation section using suggested pitches and left-hand accompaniment ideas. These features make it easier for beginners to connect theory with real musical application.

Song List
Bags' Groove * Bedford Square Blues * Blue Autumn * Bottle Junction * He Is Sadly Melting * Here We Go Again * The Inch Worm * Is You Is, Or Is You Ain't (Ma' Baby) * Jean Pierre * O, Lord, Please Don't Let Them Drop That Atomic Bomb On Me * (The Old Man From) The Old Country * Perdido * Prove You Groove * Slinky Thing * Yokate

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Edition details

• Publisher: ABRSM
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0634033069
• ISBN 13: 9780634033063
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 56