Pianist's Picture Chords


Book Description

The Pianist's Picture Chords book is intended for those who have a basic knowledge of reading music, and who would like to know more about the construction of the many varied chords seen throughout popular music. This is a guide to the most useful chords, in every key, with easy-to-read photos and diagrams.




You Can Teach Yourself Piano Chords


Book Description

You Can Teach Yourself Piano Chords combines regular music notation with visual illustrations to give a clear picture of how to voice basic piano chords. The first part of the book introduces the student to basic triads and dominant seventh chords in all the inversions. After mastering this concept, material such as Maj7th, min7th, diminished, augmented and suspended chords are introduced, followedby alternate bass note, addition of the 9th and common chord progressions. Regardless of skill level, the student will quickly be able to play anaccompaniment by using only chord symbols. The appendix section will give the student a clear understanding in basic music theory. When using this book as a lesson book it's very helpful to refer to the appendix section while chords are being learned. The book can be used both for lessons and reference. Video download available online




Complete Piano Photo Chords


Book Description

Included are hundreds of photos depicting all the chords today's pianist/keyboardist will ever need to know; each shown in the left hand, except where two hands are necessary. Also supplied are a useful graphic which illustrates the location of the notes, a list of note names and the most commonly used chord symbol. Chords are listed by the circle of fifths. A listing of alternate chord names/symbols is also provided. Perfect for any level and a must-have for any keyboardists' library!




Intro to Jazz Piano


Book Description

(Keyboard Instruction). This comprehensive book with audio is the perfect Intro to Jazz Piano . From comping to soloing, you'll learn the theory, the tools, and the techniques used by the pros. The audio demonstrates most of the music examples in the book. The full band tracks feature the rhythm section on the left channel and the piano on the right channel, so that you can play along with the band. Covers: jazz chords and progressions; jazz swing and bossa nova comping; voicings and patterns; melodic treatment; soloing techniques; how to play from a fake book; and more. Get started today!




Picture Chord Encyclopedia for Keyboard


Book Description

(Keyboard Instruction). Weighing in at nearly 400 pages, the Picture Chord Encyclopedia is the most comprehensive keyboard resource ever! It includes easy-to-see photos, easy-to-read chord diagrams and treble and bass clef notation for over 1,600 keyboard chords, plus basic chord theory, a chord symbol chart, and more!




Seven Studies in Pop Piano


Book Description

Seven Studies in Pop Piano is a collection of short piano pieces that will help you learn the styles used by major pop pianists. The studies range from easy to intermediate. Each one comes with notes explaining the techniques used, the underpinning theory and harmony, and suggestions on how to develop your own improvisations.




Picture Chord Encyclopedia for Keyboard


Book Description

"Photos, diagrams and music notation for over 1,600 keyboard chords!"--Cover.




Piano Adventures Scale and Chord Book 1


Book Description

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Playing 5-finger scales has significant value for early-level pianists. This innovative book helps students chart progress through all major and minor 5-finger scales, cross-hand arpeggios, and primary chords. Engaging teacher duets for each key are used for scale exercises. Students also enjoy improvisation activities for each key with creative prompts to inspire imagery, character, and tempo.




First 50 4-Chord Songs You Should Play on the Piano


Book Description

(Easy Piano Songbook). 50 well-known songs that beginning pianists can play with just four chords, including: Brave * Cecilia * Despacito * Fields of Gold * Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) * Ho Hey * I'm Yours * Let It Be * Mean * Peaceful Easy Feeling * Roar * Stand by Me * Toes * Viva La Vida * With or Without You * You Raise Me Up * and more.




Piano Chord Dictionary


Book Description

This Handy Guide shows the notation, fingering and keyboard diagrams for all the important chords used in modern popular music. Only the most practical position of each chord is shown. Two bass notes are given for each chord. Major, minor, diminished, augmented, sixth chords, seventh chords, ninth chords, eleventh chords and thirteenth chords are clearly shown. Includes a chord chart and major scale chart.