Jazz Piano for Beginners - Walking Bass and Improvisation

Author: Xin Di
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: "Introduction to Jazz Piano - Walking Bass and Improvisation" is the latest in a series of introductory textbooks on jazz piano by the author, following "Jazz Hanon," "Introduction to Jazz Piano - Harmony," and "Introduction to Jazz Piano - Blues." The author combines Eastern and Western teaching philosophies, emphasizing learners' hands-on skills and participation, making it an essential textbook for beginners in jazz piano. Jazz, as an American art form, originated in New Orleans. Ships that docked there brought music from around the world, which blended with the blues to create jazz. Later, it merged with popular music, forming the distinctive rhythmically vibrant, ever-changing music we hear today, characterized by its use of syncopation in melody, its rich and expressive emotional depth, and its timeless appeal. Appreciating and learning jazz is captivating and memorable because it not only offers surreal, abstract beauty but also allows people to touch the pulse of world music development. Moreover, its fusion, variability, and innovativeness help people think beyond traditional mindsets, fostering a shift in perspective and broadening horizons.