Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method - Piano

Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method Piano introduces developing pianists to the essential rhythm section concepts and authentic performance practices behind Latin jazz. Built for Grade 3 ensembles, its progressive curriculum moves from style-specific teaching exercises to eight full-length performance charts and sample written solos.

Pianists explore eight foundational Afro-Latin styles: Cha-Cha-Chá, Bolero, Bossa Nova, Samba, Son Montuno, Mambo, Afro-Cuban 6/8, and Rumba. Each exercise, chart, and solo is paired with professionally recorded online audio, available by QR code in both full-band and rhythm-section-only versions.

Specifications

Title: Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method
Part: Piano
Instrument: Piano
Series: Instrumental Jazz
Format: Softcover Audio Online
Authors: Michael Philip Mossman, Michele Fernández
Ensemble Level: Grade 3
Styles: Cha-Cha-Chá, Bolero, Bossa Nova, Samba, Son Montuno, Mambo, Afro-Cuban 6/8, Rumba

Flexible scoring for four horns plus rhythm section lets Essential Elements Latin Jazz Method Piano work in settings from a small combo to a full jazz ensemble.