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Piano - Beginning-Intermediate SKU: MB.98713 Composed by Misha V Stefanuk. Squareback saddle stitch, Style, Piano and Keyboard, Technique, Theory and Reference. Jazz. Book. 128 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #98713. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.98713). ISBN 9780786653584. UPC: 796279067911. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.This informative volume provides a chord reference for any pianist wanting to learn to play jazz. Starting with the most basic intervals, the text explains how chords are built and how they are used in different performance settings. After covering the basics, advanced chord types such as 9ths, 11ths, 13ths, drop voicings, and the blues chord are presented and explained. The functions of chords are described, as are substitutions, clusters, and polytonal clusters. Numerous charts are provided which can be helpful for practicing and for quick and easy reference as to which can be used with given bass notes. The Melody Harmonization Charts show chords based on fourths. Learning to use these chords will help the pianist play with more harmonic variety, color, and interest.