Jazz Piano Hanon

by Leo Alfassy

-- a modern approach to the classic Hanon
to make learning fun and new --

For those piano students who remember long hours at the keyboard practicing "Hanons," let us say that Alfassy's Jazz Hanons are not the same old exercises. This book replaces the repetition and drill-like nature of the original Hanon Virtuoso Pianist with a set of short, progressive jazz studies for the aspiring jazz musician (or any piano student).

This is a technique book, not an "improv" book -- these graded etudes and exercises are for developing strength, dexterity, and the necessary technique in jazz piano styles. Included are elements of jazz harmony, walking bass, inversions, chromatic alterations, swing piano styles, bebop, modern voicing, and a chord symbol appendix.

Bad, sloppy, or just not-up-to-snuff technique is one of the things that can really hold a piano player back. Technique is very important. You will be able to progress significantly by working your way through this book, moving on to the next exercise as soon as you feel confident with the last. Be sure to alternate your practice with your favorite jazz tunes.

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