The Joy of jazz

The Joy of jazz
Author: Denes Agay
Publisher: Music Sales
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1992
Genre: Jazz
ISBN: 9780711901261

(Yorktown). A hot and funky selection of piano solos tracing the changing face of jazz through a wide range of styles and sounds, all suitable for the early-intermediate performer. From the ragtime two-step of Scott Joplin to the bebop innovations of Monk and Charlie Parker, this unique set of pieces provides a valuable early taste of the rigours and joys of playing great jazz!

The Joy of Music

The Joy of Music
Author:
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2004
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781574671049

(Amadeus). This classic work is perhaps Bernstein's finest collection of conversations on the meaning and wonder of music. This book is a must for all music fans who wish to experience music more fully and deeply through one of the most inspired, and inspiring, music intellects of our time. Employing the creative device of "Imaginary Conversations" in the first section of his book, Bernstein illuminates the importance of the symphony in America, the greatness of Beethoven, and the art of composing. The book also includes a photo section and a third section with the transcripts from his televised Omnibus music series, including "Beethoven's Fifth Symphony," "The World of Jazz," "Introduction to Modern Music," and "What Makes Opera Grand."

The Joy of Ragtime

The Joy of Ragtime
Author: Denes Agay
Publisher: Yorktown Music
Total Pages: 90
Release: 1974
Genre: Music
ISBN:

(Yorktown). Experience the pleasure and satisfaction of some of the finest and bounciest piano tunes with the Joy Of Ragtime ! Here are 29 classic piano rags by Scott Joplin, Joseph Lamb, Tom Turpin, and other ragtime composers. Pieces include: Black and White Rag * Cakewalk Parade * Calico Rag * The St.Louis Rag * Maple Leaf Rag * The Chrysanthemum * The Entertainer * and more.

Welcome to Jazz

Welcome to Jazz
Author: Carolyn Sloan
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2019-10-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1523506881

AN INTERACTIVE, SWING-ALONG PICTURE BOOK—WITH 12 SOUND CHIPS! Are you ready to swing? Discover the wonders of jazz: How to get in the groove, what it means to play a solo, and the joy of singing along in a call-and-response. In this interactive swing-along picture book with 12 sound chips, you’ll hear the instruments of jazz—the rhythm section with its banjo, drums, and tuba, and the leads, like the clarinet, trumpet, and trombone. And you’ll hear singers scat, improvising melodies with nonsense syllables like be-bop and doo-we-ah! Along the way, you’ll learn how this unique African American art form started in New Orleans, and how jazz changed over time as innovative musicians like King Oliver, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Billie Holiday added their own ideas to it. Press the buttons to hear the band, the rhythms, and the singer calling out: “OH WHEN THE SAINTS—oh when the saints…”

The Joy Of... First Classics Book 1

The Joy Of... First Classics Book 1
Author: Yorktown Music Press
Publisher: Yorktown Music Press
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2014-09-20
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1783231718

Nothing can quite compare to the satisfaction, pleasure and joy of learning and playing the finest pieces of classical music and this terrific volume gives you the opportunity to do exactly that! Inside there are more than 60 easy pieces and Keyboard miniatures by master composers, selected and edited by Dennis Agay. All the pieces are printed in their original form though have had sensible expression marks and fingerings added. There is a wonderful range and diversity to these pieces with works by the likes of Bach, Haydn, Mozart and also lesser-known composers, set for Piano solo.

Intro to Jazz Piano

Intro to Jazz Piano
Author: Mark Harrison
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2011-09-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1480387894

(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with audio is the perfect Intro to Jazz Piano . From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the techniques used by the pros. The audio demonstrates most of the music examples in the book. The full band tracks feature the rhythm section on the left channel and the piano on the right channel, so that you can play along with the band. Covers: jazz chords and progressions; jazz swing and bossa nova comping; voicings and patterns; melodic treatment; soloing techniques; how to play from a fake book; and more. Get started today!

The Joy of Folk Songs

The Joy of Folk Songs
Author: Denes Agay
Publisher: Yorktown Music
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1992
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780711901247

(Yorktown). A great piano collection of easy-to-play folk songs complete with lyrics and chord symbols. Includes popular folk lullabies and spirituals arranged by Denes Agay. Suitable for grade 3 standard pianists.

The joy of classics

The joy of classics
Author: Denes Agay
Publisher: Yorktown Music
Total Pages: 80
Release: 1968
Genre: Piano music
ISBN: 9780711901209