New Orleans Jazz Styles

New Orleans Jazz Styles. (Eloquently devised for the keyboard and pianistically patterned) ** By William L. Gillock. For piano solo. Willis. Later Intermediate Level. Jazz. SMP Level 6 (Late Intermediate). Collection. Introductory text. 12 pages. Willis Music #9573. Published by Willis Music.

The tunes in New Orleans Jazz Styles are written for piano students of intermediate level. The composer-teacher believes that every students musical education should include experiences in a variety of popular stylings, including jazz, as a recurring phase of his or her studies. Students should also be encouraged to deviate from the written notes with their own improvisations if desired, for spontaneity is an essential ingredient of the jazz idiom. Includes: New Orleans Nightfall * The Constant Bass * Mardi Gras * Dixieland Combo * Frankie And Johnny.

About SMP Level 6 (Late Intermediate) 

4-note chords in both hands with large stretches and leaps. Irregular and complicated rhythms.