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Designed for Music Theory courses, Music Theory Through Improvisation presents a unique approach to basic theory and musicianship training that examines the study of traditional theory through the art of improvisation. The book follows the same general progression of diatonic to non-diatonic harmony in conventional approaches, but integrates improvisation, composition, keyboard harmony, analysis, and rhythm. Conventional approaches to basic musicianship have largely been oriented toward study of common practice harmony from the Euroclassical tradition, with a heavy emphasis in four-part chorale writing. The author's entirely new pathway places the study of harmony within improvisation and composition in stylistically diverse format, with jazz and popular music serving as important stylistic sources. Supplemental materials include a play-along Audio CDnbsp; for improvisation and a companion website with resources for students and instructors.

From captivating ragtime to smoky blues, the Not Just Another Jazz Book series has it all. The carefully graded arrangements are perfect for concerts, parties and recitals, or they can be used simply for fun. The books are truly unique because they include accompanying recordings that feature bass and drum parts to create the sense of playing in a jazz trio. Pianists can play along with the recordings at both practice and performance tempos. Book 1 features selections at the early intermediate level. Titles: City Lights * Foggy Day Blues * Hustle Bustle * Jammin' in Jamaica * Jibberjive * Rip-Roaring Rag * Rough Rider Rock * Sitting by the Bay * Springtime Ballad * Summertime Boogie.