Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.814482

By Alan R. Thompson. By Alan R. Thompson. Arranged by Alan R. Thompson. Blues,Classical,Instructional,Jazz,Multicultural,World. Score. 16 pages. Alan R Thompson #421393. Published by Alan R Thompson (A0.814482).

The C-TONIC ONLY version of Thompson's Structured Guide: Scales, Modes and Associated Chords - represents an invitation for you to explore part of the vast universe of melodic and harmonic musical options. This Structured Guide will provide a foundation for improvisation sessions, building blocks for the creation of original music, be helpful in developing technical proficiency in your instrument of choice, improve your sight-reading skills and help you better develop an ear for music. Though here only C-Tonic Scales, Modes and Associated Chords are listed, the complete version of this book (available separately at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/thompson-s-structured-guide-scales-modes-and-associated-chords-complete-version-digital-sheet-music/22266897) lists in standard sheet music notation over 50 scales and over 50 chords in each of the 12 Tonic/Tonal Centers (C thru B) and in all Key Signatures in Western Music. Each Tonic/Tonal Center is 16 pages of sheet music. The Audio Preview covers the 16 pages of C-Tonic/Tonal Center (trumpet over piano used). Together with the exercises in the Appendices the entire book (sold separately) is 316 pages long. Summary of Scales & Modes Covered: Major, Natural Minor, Harmonic Minor, Melodic Minor, Melodic Minor Ascending/Natural Minor Descending, Whole-Tone, Octatonic Diminished & Octatonic Dominant Scales, numerous Bebop Scales with variations, numerous Pentatonic & Blues Scales with variations, Chromatic Scale, Lydian Diminished/Lydian b3 Scale, miscellaneous Pentatonic Major Modes & Japanese & Rock Pentatonic Style Scales, and the Augmented and Arabian Scales. There is a 50+ Chords Reference section (basic triads up to 13th chords). The entire book is in essence a series of practice exercises covering most every conceivable scale & associated chord combination used in the vast majority of music. Additionally, there are basic foundational exercises located in the Appendices A thru L. NOTE: Only SHEET MUSTIC is available here. However, a FREE PDF version of the Cover Page, Table of Contents, Introduction & Instructions is available for the entire book. Contact the author at alanrt63@gmail.com to request this if you desire.

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1367517

Composed by A Ammons. Arranged by A Ammons. 20th Century,Blues,Comedy,Holiday,Jazz. Score. 5 pages. Polly #951867. Published by Polly (A0.1367517).

Boogie Woogie Stomp is a classic boogie-woogie piano composition, and it is often associated with Albert Ammons, who was a prominent boogie-woogie pianist. The song was recorded in 1936 and is one of Ammons' most famous and influential works.

Here are some key points about Boogie Woogie Stomp and Albert Ammons:

Boogie-Woogie Piano Style: Boogie-woogie is a style of blues piano playing characterized by a strong, repetitive, and often improvised bass figure in the left hand and melodic phrases in the right hand. It became immensely popular in the 1930s and 1940s.
Albert Ammons: Along with Meade Lux Lewis and Pete Johnson, Albert Ammons was part of a trio of influential boogie-woogie pianists. They gained widespread recognition through their performances, recordings, and contributions to the boogie-woogie genre.
Boogie Woogie Stomp Recording: Albert Ammons recorded Boogie Woogie Stomp as a solo piano piece. The recording showcases his virtuosic and energetic piano playing, with a driving left-hand boogie pattern and lively right-hand improvisations.
Impact: Boogie Woogie Stomp is considered a seminal recording in the history of boogie-woogie. It influenced many pianists and became a standard in the boogie-woogie repertoire.
Legacy: Albert Ammons, along with Meade Lux Lewis and Pete Johnson, played a significant role in popularizing boogie-woogie and laying the foundation for subsequent developments in rhythm and blues and rock and roll.
Boogie Woogie Stomp is a testament to the exuberance and excitement of boogie-woogie piano, and Albert Ammons' contribution to this genre has left an indelible mark on the history of American music. The piece continues to be celebrated and studied by piano enthusiasts and musicians.