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Language: English
Published by Hal Leonard Corporation, Milwaukee, 2003
- First Edition
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. (Keyboard Instruction). This keyboard instruction book is designed for the person who was trained classically but wants to expand into the very exciting yet very different world of jazz improvisation. Author Dominic Alldis provides clear explanations and musical examples of: pentatonic improvisation; the blues; rock piano; rhythmic placement; scale theory; major, minor and pentatonic scale theory applications; melodic syntax; the language of bebop; left-hand accompaniment; walking bass lines; thematic development; performance tips; and more. Also available by Dominic Alldis: A Classical Approach to Jazz Piano Exploring Harmony 00220017/$19.95 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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- Title
- A Classical Approach to Jazz Piano Improvisation (Paperback)
- Author
- Dominic Alldis
- Publisher
- Hal Leonard Corporation, Milwaukee
- Publication year
- 2003
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0634058290
- ISBN 13
- 9780634058295
- Edition
- 1st Edition
This piano instruction book is created for classically trained pianists, advanced students, teachers, and adult learners who want to move beyond written scores and confidently explore jazz improvisation. It is ideal for structured practice, higher education study, and private lessons focused on stylistic freedom and musical expression.
The book provides clear explanations and practical musical examples that bridge classical technique with jazz language. Topics include pentatonic improvisation, blues foundations, rock piano concepts, rhythmic placement, scale theory, melodic development, bebop vocabulary, left hand accompaniment, walking bass lines, and performance focused strategies. All material is presented in standard notation with clear guidance for real world application.
This method helps build confidence and technique by showing how classical skills translate into improvisation. It improves rhythm, reading, and performance skills through structured exercises and stylistic examples. Carefully explained concepts motivate consistent practice and allow pianists to gradually develop a personal improvisational voice while maintaining strong technical control.
The instructional approach is progressive and analytical, making it suitable as a long term study resource. Pianists gain insight into harmonic movement, melodic syntax, and rhythmic awareness while learning how to construct meaningful solos. The content supports both independent learners and formal teaching environments as a dependable music education tool.
Song List
Getting To Know You * Out Of Nowhere * Stella By Starlight
Trusted by teachers and serious students. Suitable for lessons, academic study, and focused personal development, this jazz piano instruction book helps bridge classical training with improvisational confidence, encouraging pianists to explore jazz with clarity, structure, and musical purpose.
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