{"title":"Piano Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe piano has always been at the heart of jazz. Whether you're exploring your first jazz voicings or refining advanced harmonic concepts, you're in the right place. This collection features trusted best-sellers, written by renowned jazz musicians and educators, all proven to help you play with greater confidence, creativity, and musical understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wisdom-of-the-hand-a-guide-to-the-jazz-pentatonic-scales","title":"Wisdom of the Hand: A Guide to the Jazz Pentatonic Scales","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMove Passed “Thumb-Under” Playing \u0026amp; Master Jazz Pentatonics \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz pianists have been trained to use one-octave, “thumb-under” fingerings based on the Western classical tradition. But this system falls short when dealing with the wider intervals of the pentatonic scales. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo renowned pianist, composer, and educator Marius “Butch” Nordal has developed a system of “positional playing” that will give you new vistas of freedom and ease of playing on these crucial elements of jazz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWisdom of the Hand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a thorough exposition of this new way to approach playing piano:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has two-octave fingerings in all 12 keys for the four most commonly used versions of the pentatonic scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also has two-octave fingerings for all 12 blues scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt introduces the concept of “piano drumming” to have the reader conceive music rhythmically instead of just monotonous streams of pitches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed to wean the student away from playing scale patterns by having the improviser conceive ideas in terms of the infinite variety of little 3 and 4 note chord shapes to be found in the pentatonic scales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt introduces the concept of positional playing to enable transcending the clumsy “thumb under” moves that plague keyboard players.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd introduces the “88 Note Scale” concept to help the player understand that each register of the keyboard speaks a different language. This breaks the habit of thinking of the piano as merely a single octave of twelve notes repeated across the keyboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt provides 200+ practice examples covering rhythm, bending notes, positional playing and creativity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 219 pages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Wisdom_of_the_Hand_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781916600\" title=\"Wisdom of the Hand - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 5 - The Eb Minor, “Black Key” Pentatonic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Wisdom_of_the_Hand_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781916600\" title=\"Wisdom of the Hand - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEtude #4 in E Minor - The Blue Swan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Wisdom_of_the_Hand_-_Sample_Pages_3.pdf?v=1781916600\" title=\"Wisdom of the Hand - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 13 - The C and G Blues Scales\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Wisdom_of_the_Hand_-_Sample_Pages_4.pdf?v=1781916600\" title=\"Wisdom of the Hand - Sample Pages\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChapter 21 - The C, F, G, Bb and D Coltrane Scales\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This enlightening and entertaining book takes you deeper than most musicians even dream into the possibilities inherent in pentatonic scales. Marius Nordal explores the far reaches of what can be done with this very familiar concept. It is like learning a new dialect of a familiar language; a very fun adventure, sure to expand your musical horizons. The playing techniques presented are somewhat nontraditional, but ultimately very rewarding.” \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e— Larry Dunlap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarius Nordal, also known as \"Butch,\" is a multi-faceted musician renowned for his big band compositions like \"Suncatchers\" and \"Liferaft Earth.\" As a jazz pianist, his recent releases have garnered international acclaim. In addition, Nordal has a 25-year teaching career and has produced a whole series of educational YouTube videos on specialized jazz topics.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44174869201087,"sku":"197","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44174869233855,"sku":"e197","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Wisdom_of_the_Hand_A_Guide_to_the_Jazz_Pentatonic_Scales.jpg?v=1745479792"},{"product_id":"salsa-guidebook-for-piano-ensemble","title":"Salsa Guidebook for Piano \u0026 Ensemble","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Definitive Method for Understanding and Playing Salsa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Salsa Guidebook for Piano \u0026amp; Ensemble\u003c\/em\u003e by Rebeca Mauleón is the only truly complete method ever published on salsa — and the foundational text for serious study of Afro-Cuban ensemble music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNo matter what style of music you play, you will be better off for having learned the basics of Afro-Cuban music contained in this essential resource! If you want to understand how salsa \u003cem\u003eactually works\u003c\/em\u003e, this book gives you everything you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-3f4db523-7fff-2ae5-7bbd-1fc708494f2c\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Salsa 'Bible'\" — Sonny Bravo, Tito Puente’s long-time pianist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than offering isolated patterns or simplified grooves, Mauleón presents salsa as a living, evolving tradition. Across 260 pages, she explains the rhythmic architecture, ensemble roles, historical development, and stylistic variations that define Afro-Cuban music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• How \u003cem\u003emontuno\u003c\/em\u003e patterns function within real ensemble contexts\u003cbr\u003e• How bass \u003cem\u003etumbaos\u003c\/em\u003e lock with piano and percussion\u003cbr\u003e• How drumset adapts traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms\u003cbr\u003e• How \u003cem\u003eclave\u003c\/em\u003e governs phrasing and structure\u003cbr\u003e• How different salsa variations evolved stylistically\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes detailed musical examples for piano, bass, drumset, and Latin percussion instruments — making it equally valuable for pianists, rhythm section players, arrangers, composers, and educators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional features include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Excerpts of full ensemble scores showing instrumental interaction\u003cbr\u003e• A historical synopsis of Afro-Cuban music\u003cbr\u003e• Photographs of important salsa artists\u003cbr\u003e• An extensive discography for serious listening study\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a piano book. It is an ensemble method, a cultural study, and a practical guide to playing salsa authentically and intelligently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor students, educators, and professionals alike, this remains the gold-standard reference on the subject.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiral-bound, 260 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Salsa_Guidebook_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781833857\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Salsa Guidebook - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Salsa_Guidebook_-_Sample_Pages_1.pdf?v=1781833857\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Salsa Guidebook - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Clave: Its Transformation and Development\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/The_Salsa_Guidebook_-_Sample_Pages_2.pdf?v=1781833858\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Salsa Guidebook - Sample Pages \" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRhythmic Styles and Structures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-e6629bf8-7fff-1c91-e203-1b657b0c2399\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“A true treasure of knowledge and information about Afro-Cuban music.”\u003cbr\u003e— Carlos Santana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This will be the Salsa 'Bible' for years to come.”\u003cbr\u003e— Sonny Bravo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This is the book on salsa!”\u003cbr\u003e— Mark Levine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“An excellent and much-needed resource.”\u003cbr\u003e— Oscar Hernandez\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrently the Director of Education at SFJAZZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003eRebeca Mauleón\u003cspan\u003e is an internationally acclaimed musician, bandleader, composer, producer, author and educator. \u003c\/span\u003eShe has recorded and performed with legends like Carlos Santana, Tito Puente, Poncho Sanchez, Pete Escovedo, The Machete Ensemble, Israel “Cachao” Lopez, Francisco Aguabella, Daniel Ponce, Alex Acuna, Giovanni Hidalgo, Justo Almario, Steve Turre, Joe Henderson and many others. \u003cspan\u003eShe is also the author of the critically acclaimed \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"101 Montunos by Rebeca Mauleón\" href=\"\/products\/101-montunos\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e101 Montunos\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Muy Caliente! Afro-Cuban Play-Along CD \u0026amp; Book by Rebeca Mauleón\" href=\"\/products\/muy-caliente-afro-cuban-play-along-cd-book\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMuy Caliente!\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44168164343999,"sku":"135","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44168164376767,"sku":"e135","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/salsa-guidebook-for-piano-and-ensemble-by-rebeca-mauleon.jpg?v=1774643838"},{"product_id":"playing-for-singers-art-of-accompaniment-for-the-jazz-or-cabaret-piano-player","title":"Playing for Singers: Art of Accompaniment for the Jazz or Cabaret Piano Player","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster the Art of Accompanying Jazz \u0026amp; Cabaret Singers at the Piano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unique book covers all the fundamentals of playing for vocalists. W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehether or not you’re an experienced accompanist, this book answers the essential question: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do you make a singer sound their absolute best?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVeteran pianist, arranger, and music director Mike Greensill draws on decades of experience accompanying world-class vocalists to reveal the craft behind great accompaniment — particularly when performing songs from ‘Great American Songbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopics Covered Include: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to accompany singers as a solo pianist. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuo and Trio accompaniment. What happens when we add bass and drums? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe art of “out of tempo” accompaniment \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanist as arranger\/composer, including the skills needed to put together readable, good-looking charts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanist as music director - A survey of all the myriad duties of a musical director, from conducting the band, to running rehearsals, to helping write and organize vocalist's shows. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNuggets of wisdom from the great accompanists - accompaniment philosophies and tricks of the trade from Norman Simmons, Jimmy Rowles, Bill Charlap, Christian Jacob, Tedd Firth, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, and more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA useful book for singers, as well as pianists, since it sheds much light on the intimate relationship between the two! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 121 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Playing_for_Singers_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781816648\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Playing for Singers - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Playing_for_Singers_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781816648\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Playing for Singers - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\"The Lady's In Love With You\"\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Playing_for_Singers_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781816648\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Playing for Singers - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBallad Comping with Bass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“In a world deeply populated with music books, this is a special one that teaches how to accompany in an insightful and approachable way. Thanks to Mike's musical wisdom and experience, it fills a gap that finally addresses how to really do it!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Michael Feinstein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Mike Greensill's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaying for Singers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a most valuable and thorough resource and reference, a welcome addition to every accompanist's library. . . Bravo Mike!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Lee Musiker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, accompanist to Tony Bennett\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Mike has done the impossible — he has examined and dissected just about every aspect of collaboration with an artist, and done it mightily well.. A must-read for any budding music director, arranger and pianist — this is a terrific book!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— John McDaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Broadway musical director, conductor, arranger, and TV show b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eand leader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMike Greensill is a pianist, arranger, and musical director based in San Francisco. He has toured internationally, released 20 albums with vocalist Wesla Whitfield, and arranged for orchestras including the Boston Pops. Mike frequently performs jazz and accompanies high-profile vocal talents.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44168071053503,"sku":"189","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44168071086271,"sku":"e189","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/playing-for-singers-the-mike-greensill-method-by-mike-greensill.jpg?v=1774643755"},{"product_id":"metaphors-for-the-musician-perspectives-from-a-jazz-pianist","title":"Metaphors for the Musician: Perspectives from a Jazz Pianist","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetaphors for the Musician\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a uniquely insightful book that will help any musician see music from a new perspective. It’s an approachable and hands-on theory and improvising book, with countless gems and a human touch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetaphors for the Musician\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives insights into almost every aspect of jazz musicianship, including scale\/chord theory, practice strategies, composing techniques, performance psychology and how to create the states of mind that produce the best improvisations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for any level of player, on any instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetaphors for the Musician\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eprovides numerous exercises throughout to help you turn these concepts into musical reality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious jazz pianists will find valuable information about chord voicings and comping, while novices will benefit from fresh approaches to scales and inversions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 330 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Sample_Page_1.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe endless 8th drill\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Sample_Page_2.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe various scales that can be used over a G7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Sample_Page_3.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe blues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Sample_Page_4.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe diminished scale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_-_Sample_Page_5.pdf?v=1781755320\" title=\"Metaphors for the Musician - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKeyboard chart with blues scale fingerings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Randy knows how to break things down so a student can actually understand it. This book is chock full of great gems that both students and professional players could really benefit from.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Jerry Bergonzi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003cem\u003eMetaphors for the Musician\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent tool for students and teachers alike.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— George Cables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Randy talks about the experience, the real-time event, the nuts-and-bolts reality of making music from the heart. I recommend this book to anyone who is serious about music.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Jessica Williams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Never pedantic, this book moves in a logical, step-by-step, “hands-on” and easy to understand manner. It helped solidify and codify many things I 'knew' but had never been able to articulate. I highly recommend \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetaphors for the Musician\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Bill Mays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRandy Halberstadt is a prominent pianist in the Pacific Northwest jazz scene, known for his versatility in various jazz genres. He has collaborated with notable artists like Herb Ellis, Terry Gibbs, and Joe LaBarbera. In 1990, he graced the stage at the Monterey Jazz Festival with drummer Mel Brown. Additionally, Randy has played with the Seattle Symphony and is the regular pianist for the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44167509147839,"sku":"140","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44167509180607,"sku":"e140","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Metaphors_for_the_Musician_Perspectives_from_a_Jazz_Pianist.jpg?v=1745479769"},{"product_id":"jazz-piano-masterclass-with-mark-levine-the-drop-2-book","title":"Jazz Piano Masterclass with Mark Levine: The Drop 2 Book","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"245\" data-start=\"202\"\u003eThe Complete Guide to Drop 2 Voicings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Drop 2 Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the first and only publication to explore the 4-note, block-chord approach to jazz piano playing — as used by piano masters like Kenny Barron, McCoy Tyner, Barry Harris, Cedar Walton and Bill Evans. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this book, world-renowned educator and pianist Mark Levine provides a comprehensive, step-by-step, beginning to advanced Masterclass on this fascinating approach to voicing chords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the book are complete chapters on: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe basic Drop 2 approach \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore advanced Drop 2 techniques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoloing and 'comping' in Drop 2 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques for effectively practicing Drop 2 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlus a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/audio-downloads\" title=\"Sher Music Co. 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His books are invaluable tools in aiding the aspiring pianist. Furthermore, his brilliant playing is proof that he knows what he's talking about.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Mulgrew Miller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This is a must for any musician wanting to understand more fully the inner workings of jazz.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Alan Broadbent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"202\"\u003e“This is the meat and potatoes of jazz piano playing. 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Written by an experienced, professional jazz player, the book is practical and unpretentious, with lots of valuable information for the beginning, intermediate or advanced improviser. The informality of his style cannot hide Mark's seriousness, attention to detail and true love of jazz piano.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Richie Beirach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I really like this book because it covers all the bases. 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It unlocks door after door of contemporary piano jazz sounds.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Down Beat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This is a great book!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Eddie Palmieri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166363087039,"sku":"130","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166363119807,"sku":"e130","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/the-jazz-piano-book-by-mark-levine.jpg?v=1774646103"},{"product_id":"introduction-to-jazz-piano-a-deep-dive","title":"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a comprehensive and inspiring entry point for pianists ready to explore the world of jazz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt starts at the beginning, and helps you develop all the skills necessary to become a functional jazz pianist. For the dedicated student, this book will be your “Bible”!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 60 workouts that can be practiced alongside classic jazz recordings, this method bridges theory and application in a way that’s both engaging and effective. You'll explore everything from triads and folk song harmonization to Barry Harris’s “Little Chords,” open\/closed position voicings, scale practice strategies, and the art of comping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatton also introduces creative tools like comping games, solo piano arrangement techniques, and transcription-based learning to help students internalize the language of jazz. Whether you're studying independently or with a teacher, this book offers a step-by-step guide that empowers you to grow musically and creatively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJeb Patton, long-time pianist for Jimmy Heath and the Heath Bros., brings his decades of professional experience and pedagogy to this accessible and inspiring guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 Workouts you can do with Classic Jazz Recordings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriad Study and Application to Folk Songs and the Blues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlues phrasing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic Voicing Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping with Closed Position Voicings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntro to Barry Harris’s “Little Chords” and Sixth-Diminished Scale Concept\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping Games and Exercises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping with Open Position Voicings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Create Solo Piano Arrangements of Standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Practice Scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Develop Melodic Building Blocks for Soloing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Intro to Transcribing and Assimilation Transcriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCD download containing extensive demonstrations and play-along tracks is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJeb Patton also recorded over four hours of video tutorials to use in conjunction with this book, which can all be found here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLfvaLiBKnEc8OTiY4cyUu5TKINVVW4cqL\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive Video Tutorials\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeb Patton's \"A Deep Dive\" YouTube Playlist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 224 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781711639\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_11.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 11\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_54.pdf?v=1781711639\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 54\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_63.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 63\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Introduction_to_Jazz_Piano_-_Sample_Page_188.pdf?v=1781711640\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePage 188\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Tracks: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-1.mp3?v=1782958289\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-9.mp3?v=1782958290\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Audio\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 9\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/9780997661750-33.mp3?v=1782958290\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Introduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTrack 33\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shermusic.com\/new\/mp3\/9780997661750-1.mp3\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-play-circle\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeb Patton is a living treasure, and his new book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a generous labor of love as well as being an extremely valuable text for students and pros alike. Jeb is the most noble and authentic kind of a teacher as can be found.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Benny Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“When it comes to learning jazz piano, this is about as good as it gets. Packed with enough learning material to last a lifetime — it is, indeed, a 'deep dive.' ” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Downbeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Jazz Piano: A Deep Dive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is just that. It is an in-depth, refreshing course on deepening one's skill set. It encourages musical exploration in a conceptual way, rather than a one size fits all approach. Highly recommended! ” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Alan Pasqua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166354108607,"sku":"218","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166354141375,"sku":"e218","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/introduction-to-jazz-piano-a-deep-dive-by-jeb-patton.jpg?v=1774643367"},{"product_id":"how-to-voice-standards-at-the-piano-the-menu","title":"How to Voice Standards at the Piano: The Menu","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn to Harmonize Any Jazz Melody with Hip, Modern Voicings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Mark Levine, acclaimed author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-jazz-piano-book\" title=\"The Jazz Piano Book by Mark Levine\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Jazz Piano Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, comes a focused and practical guide to learning and then applying professional-level voicings to the standard jazz repertoire. In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Menu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Levine distills decades of piano mastery into a system that demystifies the art of harmonizing melodies — using the same vocabulary as jazz greats like Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, and Kenny Barron.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese voicings are all drawn from a one-page 'Menu' that, once internalized, will allow you to spontaneously create your own style of playing jazz piano, based on the masters of the art form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"You have done it again with a most valuable learning tool for all of us.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— Rufus Reid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA curated “Menu” of essential voicing types: ‘So What’ chords, stacked 3rds, Kenny Barron voicings, upper structures, 4th chords, and more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step breakdowns of two standards and one bebop tune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear explanations of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e certain voicings work under specific melody notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour-bar chunks that show how to apply the Menu in real-world contexts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools to build your own unique voice while staying grounded in the tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonus appendices on Drop 2 voicings and melodic minor harmony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 63 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurns memorized voicings into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal-time musical decisions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps pianists sound hip, modern, and harmonically rich without overcomplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for intermediate-to-advanced players looking to play melody + harmony fluidly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark Levine is one of the most respected jazz piano educators of all-time for a good reason. Any serious student of jazz piano should be studying his texts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book also includes appendixes on “Drop 2” voicings and melodic minor harmony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 63 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/How_to_Voice_Standards_at_the_Piano_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781708211\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Voice Standards at the Piano - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/How_to_Voice_Standards_at_the_Piano_-_Sample_Page_8.pdf?v=1781708211\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Voice Standards at the Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePage 8\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/How_to_Voice_Standards_at_the_Piano_-_Sample_Page_12.pdf?v=1781708211\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Voice Standards at the Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePage 12\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/How_to_Voice_Standards_at_the_Piano_-_Sample_Page_15.pdf?v=1781708211\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Voice Standards at the Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePage 15\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/How_to_Voice_Standards_at_the_Piano_-_Sample_Page_17.pdf?v=1781708211\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to Voice Standards at the Piano - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePage 17\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44166339461311,"sku":"194","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44166339494079,"sku":"e194","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/how-to-voice-standards-at-the-piano-the-menu-by-mark-levine.jpg?v=1774643317"},{"product_id":"an-approach-to-comping-volume-2-advanced-concepts-and-techniques","title":"An Approach to Comping Volume 2: Advanced Concepts and Techniques","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Approach to Comping, Volume 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eis designed for experienced pianists who understand all the basics but want to delve deeper into the way jazz pianists support the soloist with their accompaniment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a step-by-step guide to comping rhythms, voicings, and progressions, including 9 note-for-note transcriptions of Barry Harris, Bud Powell, Ahmad Jamal, Wynton Kelly, Hank Jones, and Bill Evans comping behind the soloist. If you want to make the band sound better, there are no better musicians to study.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJeb Patton was in the Heath Bros. band for many years and is a first-call pianist in New York because he always makes the band sound its best. Learn from the masters!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplorations of the left-hand comping of Barry Harris, up-tempo comping by Bud Powell, rootless voicings, drop-2's using the sixth-diminished scale, comping in the style of Count Basie, modal voicings, comping across the bar line and much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 examples of comping in the styles of McCoy Tyner and Herbie Hancock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping guides, rhythms, and progressions derived from the transcriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e65 comping exercises aimed at getting the concepts under your fingers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 CD downloads containing demonstrations and play-along tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterviews about the art of comping with Peter Bernstein and Albert “Tootie” Heath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 256 pages, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2 - Table of Contents\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_2_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781715596\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Pages: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2 - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_Volume_2_-_Comping_Fast_Tempos.pdf?v=1781650250\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComping Fast Tempos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2- Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_Volume_2_-_Comping_Fast_Tempos.pdf?v=1781650250\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2 - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_Volume_2_-_Wynton_Kelly_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781650250\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWynton Kelly's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2 - Sample Page\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_Volume_2_-_Hank_Jones_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781650250\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHank Jones's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Tracks:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping, Vol. 2 - Sample Track\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217873-18.mp3?v=1782947302\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRemember\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping, Vol. 2 - Sample Track\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217873-22.mp3?v=1782947302\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFalling in Love with Love\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeb Patton has written a well-conceived and well-thought-out book about the art of comping for pianists. It's full of examples of voicings and rhythms and interviews with top musicians discussing the art of comping. A great book!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Kenny Barron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz pianist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The accompaniment skills of a pianist in the classic jazz ensemble are what most often makes or breaks an aspiring young pianist's career. Jeb Patton's book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Approach to Comping\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e very logically and systematically outlines the difficult and even mysterious aspects of good solid piano accompaniment, while supplying a plethora of great comping exercises. A must have for any serious Jazz Piano student!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— David Hazeltine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, jazz pianist and composer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Jeb is a very dedicated young man, and his new book on comping will be an asset to all of us.” \u003cbr\u003e— Harold Mabern, legendary jazz pianist\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44165938905279,"sku":"199","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44165938938047,"sku":"e199","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/Approach_to_Comping_2_Techniques.jpg?v=1745479740"},{"product_id":"an-approach-to-comping-the-essentials","title":"An Approach to Comping: The Essentials","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn to Comp Like the Jazz Greats — Step by Step\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’ve ever wondered how to become the kind of rhythm section player who truly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the soloist sound better, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Approach to Comping: The Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the book to get you there. Written specifically for pianists, but useful for any rhythm section player, this is the most focused and practical guide to jazz accompaniment available today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll start with the fundamentals of rhythm, voicings, and chord progressions — and then work your way up through dozens of real-world examples drawn directly from the masters: Bud Powell, Horace Silver, Barry Harris, Tadd Dameron, and others. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 80 targeted comping exercises, you'll learn how to internalize these core concepts until they become second nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book also includes 11 full transcriptions of recorded comping behind soloists. You'll also find interviews with pianists Harold Mabern and Renee Rosnes that shed light on the artistry and responsibility of comping in a jazz group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes two CDs-worth of downloadable audio files with demonstration and play-along tracks to help you hear and feel the material come to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're a student, teacher, or gigging pianist, this 272-page spiral-bound book is an essential guide on the path to mastering one of jazz's most vital skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Approach to Comping: The Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ehas many valuable features, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic rhythms and voicings for comping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 note-for-note transcriptions of Bud Powell, Horace Silver, Tadd Dameron, and Barry Harris comping behind the soloist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 modified transcriptions in the style of Red Garland, Sonny Clark, and Bobby Timmons comping behind the soloist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComping guides, rhythms, and progressions derived from the transcriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 80 comping exercises aimed at getting the concepts under your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 CD downloads containing demonstrations and play-along tracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterviews about the art of comping by Harold Mabern and Renee Rosnes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 272 pages, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_1_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781715738\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 1 - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSample Pages: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Pages_103-105.pdf?v=1781644773\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePages 103-105\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Horace_Silver_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781644773\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHorace Silver's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/An_Approach_to_Comping_-_Bud_Powell_s_Comping.pdf?v=1781644774\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Page\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBud Powell's Comping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample Tracks: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217784-sample16.mp3?v=1782947071\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDisc 1: Track #16\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/1883217784-sample3.mp3?v=1782947071\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"An Approach to Comping - Sample Track\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDisc 2: Track #3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Brilliant pianist Jeb Patton has created an insightful and definitive book on comping. The subject is explored from all angles including a thorough study of rhythmic and voicing styles, and it contains plenty of written examples and suggested listening to go along with the text. There really is no other book like it, and I've no doubt that \u003cem\u003e“The Essentials”\u003c\/em\u003e will be an indispensable guide to comping for generations of jazz pianists to come!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Renee Rosnes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jeb, being as thorough as he is, came up with this unique idea showing how the great jazz pianists accompanied or “comped” behind soloists. He has done the homework for aspiring jazz piano players. Thanks to Jeb Patton.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Jimmy Heath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This book is about to become an immeasurable bridge in the hope of keeping real Jazz alive in the future. Jeb is putting his love of the music out into the world in such an immediately accessible, universally useful way.”\u003cbr\u003e— Benny Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-1cd0d83d-7fff-3cab-c738-90e30be8d3ae\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more advanced techniques and even deeper instruction on this crucial skill, check out: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"An Approach to Comping Volume 2: Advanced Concepts and Techniques\" href=\"\/products\/an-approach-to-comping-volume-2-advanced-concepts-and-techniques\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Approach to Comping – Vol. 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sher Music Co.","offers":[{"title":"Print","offer_id":44165937430719,"sku":"191","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Digital (PDF)","offer_id":44165937463487,"sku":"e191","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/an-approach-to-comping-the-essentials-by-jeb-patton.jpg?v=1774642134"},{"product_id":"101-montunos","title":"101 Montunos","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Definitive Guide to Afro-Caribbean Piano Grooves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRebeca Mauleón-Santana, author of the critically acclaimed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Salsa Guidebook for Piano \u0026amp; Ensemble\" href=\"\/products\/salsa-guidebook-for-piano-ensemble\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalsa Guidebook for Piano and Ensemble\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has created the ultimate resource for pianists at any level with her second book - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e101 Montunos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to truly understand how Latin piano works this book gives you the vocabulary, historical context, and in-depth material to do it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTracing over one hundred years of development, Mauleón explores the piano's role in popular Afro-Caribbean music, from its early beginnings to today. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e101 Montunos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives detailed examples of dozens of styles which form the basis of modern-day Salsa and Latin Jazz, from the Cuban danzón and songo to the Puerto Rican bomba and Dominican merengue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are new to Afro-Caribbean piano or refining your professional vocabulary, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e101 Montunos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you the stylistic understanding required to play this music convincingly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book and two CD download package is a must for any pianist or keyboardist wishing to explore the detailed history and technique of this marvelous art form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral-bound, 151 pages, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/9524\/5503\/files\/101_Montunos_-_Table_of_Contents.pdf?v=1781715213\" title=\"101 Montunos - Table of Contents\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Pages \u0026amp; 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