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Dave Stryker's Jazz Guitar Improvisation Method (with CD) by Dave Stryker	Dave Stryker combines a soulful blues feeling with jazz motifs to create unusual sounds. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, he moved to New York City in 1980. Stryker recorded his first CD during 1988 and many articles about his distinctive playing style have been published over the years. The CD which accompanies this fine instruction book gives an indepth look at... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Deep Water: Music and Memory in Harlem Renaissance Thought by Paul Allen Anderson	I recommend DEEP RIVER to any person seriously interested in black music as a field of study, and you will discover in this 335 page book much information that has not been available in one reference for a very long time, plus the fact this is one well-written and well-researched nonfiction book that brings new material to the public.... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Delta Blues by Ted Gioia	Ted Gioia had created a memorable reading experience with his well-written and enjoyable analysis of the blues. To this reviewer, this book is a contemporary classic in its field, and approach. Delta Blues also contains illustrations. Those who have read Ted Gioia's previous work such as The History of Jazz, Work Songs, West Coast Jazz, among others, will find this... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Deluxe Encyclopedia of Piano Chords by Bob Kroepel	As I did a run-through on the piano with this fine book, I found myself fascinated by the manner in which Bob Kroepel had put the chords in sequence and the manner in which the instruction was set up. Everything is clearly presented, and interesting. This book is a classic chord study of its kind, and is... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Deluxe Tinwhistle Songbook by Patrick Conway	Many jazz musicians have taken note of the recorder and tinwhistle in jazz and world music performances. This DELUXE TINWHISTLE SONGBOOK gives the musician an opportunity to learn tinwhistle songs and to learn the instrument. Detailed information on how to play the instrument is given. There are over 50 songs in the book, and each will bring... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Drum Basics (Book and CD) by Hans-Peter Becker	Drum Basics by Hans-Peter Becker is one of the finest drum basics books created. Born in 1961, Becker studied at the Percussion Institute of Technology in Los Angeles, California. He continues to work as a live performer and as a studio drummer. He is a teacher and founder of the Modern Drum School. The most intriguing aspect of Drum Basics is... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Drum Rudiments: A Simple Approach by Mat Marucci	Mat Marucci is a well-known and respected performer and educator. He has performed with Jimmy Smith, Buddy De Franco, Les McCann, John Tchicai, among many others. As a drummer, his recordings have been popular, and well-received critically. Marucci has authored several books on drumming, and this is one of his finest. Samples of his playing can be heard at... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Early Jazz For Fingerstyle Guitar by Lasse Johansson	Lasse Johansson has created a memorable look at early jazz for fingerstyle guitar. This large paperback with accompanying CD will find a welcome home in any jazz musician's library for guitar! There are photographs in this book to accompany the music. One is of a young Ferdinand "Jelly-Roll" Morton. Another is of Louis Armstrong's Hot Five.... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Easiest Guitar Theory Book by Rob Goldsmith	Rob Goldsmith has put together a creative approach to learning guitar theory with his EASIEST GUITAR THEORY BOOK. It is clearly written and explains material in a straight-forward manner that is highly readable. Following the introduction and the building blocks, there is detailed material on scales, chords, and inversions. Also covered is arpeggios, larger chords, and... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Easiest Piano Chord Book by William Bay	William Bay's EASIEST PIANO CHORD BOOK is ideal for the beginning pianist, and a quick reference guide to have on hand in the home music library. There are 15 sections to this paperback. Some of the topics covered include "How To Read Diagrams," "Master Scale Chart," "Major Chords," "Minor Chords," "6th Chords," among others. The... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Easy To Play Irish Jigs and Reels by Colin Mawby	I spent an hour running through this collection of Irish jigs and reels for piano, blending them with some piano stylings of my own, and it was a delightful experience. These songs could lend themselves to various jazz piano techniques with ease. For instance, on page 9 is found a song titled "Heather Breeze." Play it... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Easy To Play Scott Joplin by Andrew Moore	I was intrigued when I sat down to play these songs on the piano since the arrangements by Andrew Moore were new to me. I discovered the five pieces again after the passage of many years, and each one brought back some pleasant memories. The paperback is oversized and fits nicely on a piano for reading. The... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Ella Fitzgerald - The Tale of a Vocal Virtuosa by Andrea Davis Pinkney & Brian Pinkney	I love jazz. I love children's books on jazz especially when they are as rhythmic, colorful and upbeat as this one. Savor the description of Dizzy's bebop as scatted by Andrea Davis Pinkney's narrator, a most hip feline named Scat Cat Monroe: "SYN - CO - PATION, LO - CO - MOTION, Fast-smack sound - done low down. It... (Biography)
Book Review by Bill Falconer

Ella Fitzgerald: A Biography Of The First Lady Of Jazz by Stuart Nicholson	ELLA FITZGERALD: A BIOGRAPHY OF THE FIRST LADY OF JAZZ written by Stuart Nicholson is one of the finest jazz nonfiction books concerning a female jazz vocalist. Published in 1994 by Scribner's, this book is full of revealing facts and photographs of that great singer, Ella Fitzgerald. Stuart Nicholson is also the author of JAZZ: THE MODERN RESURGENCE. ... (Biography)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

English Carols for Piano Solo by Gail Smith	Jazz pianists will find Gail Smith's ENGLISH CAROLS FOR PIANO SOLO an enjoyable musical outing, and the songs are enjoyable for various piano stylings. 54 pages with illustrations from the era of Victorian and Edwardian England. There are 25 songs in this collection. Among them are found such holiday gems as "Deck the Halls," "The Boar's Head... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Etudes: The Blues by Jack Wilkins	ESSENTIAL JAZZ ETUDES: THE BLUES, comes with a play-along CD which the guitarist will appreciate. As a reference work, this is an ideal book to have in the home library. Jazz musicians will find the work attractive and informative with whatever instruments they perform with! The introduction is crisp, informative, and gets everything off to a fine... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Bill Evans by Corey Christiansen and Per Danielsson	I enjoyed playing around on my piano with ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF BILL EVANS, and the accompanying play-along CD was both enjoyable and instructive. This instruction book also contains 3 pages of blank music for those who wish to write down variations of their own, or to experiment with phrasing. There is a... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Bill Evans by Corey Christiansen & Per Danielsson	Fans of the late Bill Evans will find this guitar instruction book with CD an enjoyable learning experience. It captures the essence of the Bill Evans piano stylings. Turnarounds and vamps are covered in detail as are chords. A lot of material is presented, and it should prove to be a good investment for beginning and experienced... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Cannonball Adderley by Corey Christiansen and Tamara Danielsson.	Julian "Cannonball" Adderley (1928 - 1975) was one of the most important American alto saxophone players and his jazz work is legendary. This fine instruction book is an approach to his style of playing as applied to guitar. There is an introduction followed by guide tones, bebop scales, chords, and targeting. Also covered is an important and... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker by Corey Christiansen	Written for the bass clef edition, this book of instruction is suggested for upright bass, trombone, bass guitar, and cello. Note: Cello students will find this an enjoyment on their instruments, and fun to experiment with. Corey Christiansen's book, ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF CHARLIE PARKER, covers guide tones, bebop scales, chord material, and... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Charlie Parker (guitar edition) by Corey Christiansen	Corey Christiansen has given guitarists a nice and enjoyable way to learn the essential jazz lines presented in the style of the great Charlie Parker. There is a play-along CD to accompany the instruction book, ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF CHARLIE PARKER. The Turnarounds and Turnaround Vamp with Turnaround moving in fourths will prove... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Grant Green by Corey Christiansen	Grant Green is considered by most jazz historians to be one of the most imaginative and innovative guitarists of the decades of the 1960s and 1970s. This book does focus on the style and techniques of Green, and it is an interesting approach that will appeal to guitarists. There is much covered in the instruction book which... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Joe Pass by Corey Christiansen	Corey Christiansen has created a tribute and a learning adventure in his excellent ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF JOE PASS. For the guitarist seeking to learn how Joe Pass did many of his intricate and intimate playing techniques, this 40 page book with a play-along CD is just the thing to have! The CD... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of John Coltrane (series) by Corey Christiansen and Kim Bock	Corey Christiansen and Kim Bock have created a winning entry with their series of music instruction concerning the style of John Coltrane. Each book lays flat or sits on a music stand, and each book comes with a play-along CD. The series contains the C instruments edition for piano, flute, violin, vibes; the guitar edition; the... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Wes Montgomery by Corey Christiansen	Corey Christiansen's fine work, ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF WES MONTGOMERY, impressed me with its straight-forward approach, excellent examples, and hands-on learning experience. The play-along CD further compliments this book. As most jazz listeners know, Wes Montgomery was a master of developing guitar solos that soared with melody and rhythm. This book reveals... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

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