This is an excellent collection for someone who is interested in the genre. The mix of songs have a bit of flavor from almost every other music style, and yet taken as a whole, is a very cohesive ensemble. You definitely get an idea of the range of possibilities as well as some guideposts for seeking out specific artists or sub-styles.

Ray Charles has experienced a longevity in the music business that is nothing short of astounding. Thrilling audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B, and soul since the 1950s, Mr. Charles is a true legend. This performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival finds Mr. Charles in fine form as he plays some of his best loved material.

This book is a logical follow-up to An Introduction To Jazz Chord Voicing For Keyboard. It continues to explore contemporary chord voicings and their application to melody and accompaniment playing with a jazz group. All chord voicings and the II V I chord progression are written out in all keys. The appendices from both books combined are virtually an encyclopedia of chord voicings. Chapter assignments require experimentation with actual jazz tunes taken from sheet music or fake books. Practical experiences in comping and solo playing are included.