Smooth

Bill Boyd works his usual magic with these simple, yet truly jazzy little solos for the young beginner. Each piece has a catchy title and feels good to play. The jazz flavor Bill creates in each solo is a classic hallmark of his creative genius - easy-to-play pieces that give beginning performers a real taste of jazz style and flair. Various meters, tempos; C Major; alternating hands melodies; fixed position; Reading range: middle of the keyboard range; Treble and bass staff lines and spaces; 12 pieces: Bass Guitar Blues; Bass Guitar Rock; Blues Parade; Follow The Leader; Imitation; Jazz Time; Love Theme For A TV Series; A Minor Effort; Smooth Groove; Take A Rest; Tick Tock The Jazz Clock; Triple Play. Perf. Time: less than 1 minute for each solo.

Colorful, descriptive pieces teach music concepts in this popular series by Irene Rodgers. Smooth arpeggios are 'Swans on the Lake,' staccato is 'Pop! Pop! Goes the Popcorn!' The first book is ideal for pre-school age, and each book contains clever accompanying drawings that can be colored or painted.