Jazz Chord Voicings for Two Hands by Jim Progris was the first of its kind when originally published in 1982 by Hansen House. Mr. Progris is one of the most highly acclaimed jazz piano authors and respected educators of our time. As a long standing head of the jazz faculty and pioneer of the Music Merchandising program introduced to academia at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge to us all. Revised and brought up to industry standards then re-released after two decades by Santorella Publications in 1999, it is still the absolute best source for learning jazz piano chords for two hands. A brilliant jazz pianist of his own right, Mr. Progris outlines hundreds of two-hand jazz chord voicings and numerous explanations on their construction. Excerpts from typical jazz piano arrangements have been included to show how they are used in practical application. Read More Referencing the styles of Oscar Peterson, Horace Silver, Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans, Art Tatum, Bud Powell, Billy Taylor, and Fats Waller, not to mention the style of his very own. It is highly recommended to master certain basics in Jazz Chord Voicings for The Right Hand before tackling this two hand edition. There are simply no other jazz piano products that can compare to these two remarkable texts. A mandatory must for any serious jazz piano student, educator, novice, or professional.
