The Contemporary Keyboardist: Revised and Expanded

The Contemporary Keyboardist: Revised and Expanded ** By John Novello. Instructional. 562 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

This comprehensive, 562-page method, called Solid, readable and relevant by Keyboard magazine and The major work for todays pianists by International Musician, is divided into four sections:

-> The first, A Philosophy of Music, deals with communication, cause-effect principles and practice disciplines.

-> The second section, Mechanics, covers all the basics of keyboard music and playing (notation, harmony, improv, sight reading, etc.), as well as their applications.

-> The third section, The Business Scene, contains guidelines and industry advice for contemporary keyboardists.

-> Section four, Interviews, provides insights into the artistry and technique of famous players such as Herbie Hancock * Henry Mancini * Edgar Winter * Keith Emerson * Paul Shaffer * and many more. Includes an index.