Jazz, Rags & Blues for Two

The magic of Martha Mier's Jazz, Rags & Blues is captured in her duet series---Jazz, Rags & Blues for Two. Book 1 features all-new music in six duets for early-intermediate pianists. Syncopated rhythms, colorful sounds and rich harmonies are highlighted in the variety of styles found in this collection. "These

Jazz, Rags & Blues, Books 1 through 4, contain original solos for late elementary to late intermediate-level pianists that reflect the various styles of the jazz idiom. An excellent way to introduce your students to this distinctive American contribution to 20th century music. The CD includes dynamic recordings of each

Students will be inspired and motivated by the syncopated rhythms and the colorful, rich harmonies of jazz. Detailed articulation, dynamic and pedal markings create a thoughtful and thorough performance. Titles: * Christmas Medley * The First Noel *Go Tell it on the Mountain * Jingle Bells * Jolly Old St.

Students will be inspired and motivated by the syncopated rhythms and the colorful, rich harmonies of jazz. Detailed articulation, dynamic and pedal markings create a thoughtful and thorough performance. Titles: * Away in a Manger * Deck the Halls * Fum, Fum, Fum * God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen *

This series contains arrangements of traditional Christmas carols that reflect the various styles of the jazz idioms. Students will be inspired and motivated by the syncopated rhythms and the colorful, rich harmonies while playing their favorite Christmas songs. Titles: Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella * Good Christian Men, Rejoice *