Available for performances and clinics, the book lists the following places to contact the author: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and also at www.randyhalberstadt.com. There is a fine sense of humor in the authors writing and the book has been placed into distinctly helpful parts. Part 1 is "Picturing Jazz" and there are 8 parts to this book including a helpful glossary resources appendix index and a section about the author.

As a once upon a time pianist I can appreciate the work that went into writing this book. The book contains a section on ways to develop improvising that is priceless material and the section demystifying theory is excellent with time spend in clearly explaining the blues pentatonics among other topics.

Whether you are an aspiring jazz pianist looking for techniques and chord changes or experienced this book has invaluable information to share with you and it is material you can put to use immediately. This is a fine book to have and full of things a jazz pianist needs to know.

Highly recommended for pianists and all readers interested in jazz piano. Excellent reading experience full of insights and information.'Northwest jazz scene musician Randy Halberstadt has created a remarkable guide for aspiring and seasoned jazz pianists in his well-written book. It will give many hours of learning and entertainment to those who play or enjoy jazz piano. A great helpmate and reference work!