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An Introduction to Jazz Chord Voicing for Keyboard – 2nd Edition
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SKU: HL.854100
Composed by Bill Boyd. Instructional. Chords and Jazz. Instructional book (softcover) and accompaniment CD. With standard notation, chord names, instructional text and illustrations. 68 pages. Hal Leonard #854100. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.854100).ISBN 9781423417736. UPC: 073999541007. 9x12 inches.
This book is designed for the pianist/keyboardist with moderate technical skills and reading ability who desires to play jazz styles and learn to improvise from reading chord symbols. It is an ideal self-teaching book for keyboardists in high school and junior high jazz ensembles. Unique features of this book include chords and progressions written out in all keys (not just written in one key with a complicated formula for figuring out all the other keys), a simple fingering system which applies to all keys, and coverage of improvising and solo playing.
- Basic Chord Voicings
- The Sixth and Thirteenth Chords
- Chord Construction
- The Seventh Chords
- The Ninth Chords
- Summary of Unaltered Chords
- The Altered Fifth and Eleventh Chords
- The Altered Ninth Chords
- Combination Chords
- II-V-I In Minor
- Variation Voicings
- Triads and Diminished Seventh Chords
- Comping
- Melody Playing
- Appendix A: Chord Voicings In All Keys
- Appendix B: II-V-I All Major Keys
- Appendix C: ii-v-i All Minor Keys
- Appendix D: Common Progressions With Altered Chords
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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David R.
December 17, 2025
Valuable for Deepening Accompaniment Skills
While primarily an instructional method, this Bill Boyd book is excellent for collaborative pianists aiming to enhance their jazz accompaniment. Understanding advanced chord voicings and how to apply them in all keys is fundamental for supporting vocalists effectively. It teaches the foundational harmonic language needed to create nuanced and supportive textures, allowing for more intuitive improvisation when accompanying singers.
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Marcus J.
December 16, 2025
Essential Foundation for Jazz Keyboardists
This book by Bill Boyd is a solid investment for any keyboardist looking to seriously tackle jazz. While not a collection of gig charts, it provides the essential understanding of chord voicings and improvisation techniques crucial for real-world playing. Learning how to read and apply chord symbols across all keys from this method translates directly to better flexibility and faster learning on any gig.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Finally Understanding Jazz Chords!
I've always wanted to understand jazz piano beyond just playing notes, and this Bill Boyd method is a game-changer! As an adult learner with moderate skills, the self-teaching approach is perfect. It clearly explains chord voicings and improvisation, making it genuinely enjoyable to learn. The included CD helps with ear training, and I'm already feeling more confident tackling jazz standards and sounding more authentic.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Excellent Resource for Intermediate Jazz Students
As a piano teacher, I find Bill Boyd's Jazz Chord Voicing an invaluable method book. It clearly targets students with moderate technical skills, making complex jazz concepts accessible. The layout is logical, and the unique, simple fingering system applied across all keys is brilliant for consistent learning. It's fantastic for introducing jazz harmony and reading chord symbols systematically to high schoolers.
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