Portraits in Jazz – A Piano Album

A selection of twelve pieces by Valerie Capers which draws on a variety of jazz styles associated with famous artists including Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald.

The pieces are simple yet delightful, and this volume presents a refreshing approach to exploring jazz while improving your piano technique. This volume is perfect for intermediate standard players (approximately Grades 4-5) of any age, and includes a CD with performances by the composer.

Contents: A Taste Of Bass Billie’s Song Blue-Bird Blues For ‘The Duke’ Bossa Brasilia Cancion De La Havana Cool-Trane Ella Scats The Little Lamb Mr ‘Satchmo’ Sweet Mister Jelly Roll The Monk Waltz For Miles