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JAZZABILITIES BK 1
The Jazzabilities series introduces the student to the sounds of jazz through short exercises and performance pieces. The emphasis is on developing rhythmic control through jazzy melodic and harmonic bits- in essence, building a jazz vocabulary. Many beginning jazz method or repertoire books are designed for the more experienced student. Jazzabilities Book 1 is written for the later elementary level student. It uses rhythmic durations and hand positions consistent with most level 2 method books. Swing eighths and bluesy accidentals are used throughout. There are no triplets in Book 1. The key to any successful performance is rhythmic control. Jazzabilities helps develop this control by isolating and mastering short rhythmic patterns before playing them. There are clear and simple instructions for the student and teacher in the book's introduction. Basic improvisation is also introduced.
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**This item (excluding digital downloads) is usually in stock. However, if you do not wish to purchase a product that may be on backorder please email us at info@blackrockmusic.com.au to confirm stock.**
Level Guide
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Beginners - Preliminary: You're not a complete beginner and are working on a Piano Method level 1, 2, possibly even level 3 book and looking for something extra. |
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Grade 1 - 2: You're around AMEB Grade 1 or 2 or you've completed a piano method level 3 or 4 book. We want to you have fun with your music so selections are likely to be on the easier side so you can learn these quickly. |
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Grade 3 - 4: You're around AMEB Grade 3 or 4 or you may be an adult who got to 6th grade and are a little rusty and want to get back into playing again. We've put 'Easy Piano' EP in here - whilst for exam purposes EP is considered to be Grade 1 - 2 level, we want you to extend and play lots of extra music relatively easily with minimal support from your teacher & have FUN! |
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Grade 5 & 6: You're around AMEB Grade 5 or 6 exam or are at the early advanced level. A quick learn for students of more advanced levels yet still satisfying; feels good and sounds good to play! |
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Grade 7+: Not for the feint hearted! This music is for the very advanced player and will take some time & expertise to master. |