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Bill Evans Omnibook for Piano
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Piano Transcriptions Piano
SKU: HL.285972
By Bill Evans. Jazz Transcriptions. Jazz. Softcover. 360 pages. Hal Leonard #285972. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.285972).ISBN 9781540039538. UPC: 888680892463. 9.0x12.0x0.858 inches.
Tap into the brilliance of Bill Evans with 40 note-for-note transcriptions of his most iconic recorded solos. Let one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century inspire your next practice session or performance. The Bill Evans Omnibook for Piano is the ultimate jazz sheet music collection for anyone wanting to study Evans' post-bop jazz style, improvisational skills, and lush harmonies. Now all instrumentalists can learn from the masters, despite what instrument they play! Whether you are a clarinetist exploring Miles, a trumpeter diving into Trane, or a flutist channeling Bird, the Hal Leonard Omnibook series is your trusted companion. Renowned for publishing the gold standard in jazz transcription, Hal Leonard delivers top-tier arrangements that are revered by students, educators, and pros alike. These comprehensive volumes have become the definitive resource for learning from the legends. The Omnibook collections feature the most accurate transcriptions, complete with chord symbols, metronome markings, and recording details–all spiral-bound for accessibility wherever you're playing. This Bill Evans omnibook celebrates the prolific jazz pianist with traditional standards such as “Alice in Wonderland” and “My Foolish Heart.” Explore signature tracks like: Alice in Wonderland • Autumn Leaves • Bill's Hit Tune • Blue in Green • Days of Wine and Roses • Emily • Everything Happens to Me • Emily • Everything Happens to Me • Five • For Nenette • How About You? • How My Heart Sings • I Loves You, Porgy • It Could Happen to You • My Foolish Heart • My Funny Valentine • My Romance • Nardis • Night and Day • One for Helen • Stella by Starlight • Song from M*A*S*H (Suicide Is Painless) • Time Remembered • Waltz for Debby • What Kind of Fool Am I? • Who Can I Turn to (When Nobody Needs Me) • You Go to My Head • and more. Let Evans' stylistic genius inform your own. Play like the greats. Learn by playing the best.
- Alice in Wonderland
- How My Heart Sings
- Skating In Central Park
- Autumn Leaves
- Bill's Hit Tune
- Quiet Now
- Very Early
- Turn Out The Stars
- Some Other Time
- Blue In Green
- Emily
- Days Of Wine And Roses
- Everything Happens To Me
- Five
- How About You?
- I Loves You, Porgy
- It Could Happen To You
- Just You, Just Me
- Song From M*A*S*H (Suicide Is Painless)
- My Foolish Heart
- My Funny Valentine
- My Romance
- Nardis
- Night and Day
- A Sleepin' Bee
- Stella By Starlight
- Time Remembered
- The Touch Of Your Lips
- Waltz For Debby
- What Kind Of Fool Am I?
- Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)
- You Go To My Head
- You Must Believe In Spring
- Re: Person I Knew
- Peri's Scope
- One For Helen
- For Nenette
- Letter To Evan
- Peace Piece
- 34 Skidoo
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 5 Reviews
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Marcus J.
December 17, 2025
Great Study Material, Practical for Deep Dives
For a gigging pro, this Omnibook offers invaluable study. The 40 note-for-note transcriptions with accurate chord symbols are excellent for learning Bill Evans' iconic solos verbatim. The spiral binding is a huge plus for page turns on a stand. While not a typical lead sheet, the detailed transcriptions are perfect for mastering specific arrangements requested by clients or for serious personal study to elevate your playing.
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Anonymous
December 17, 2025
Insightful Piano Textures for Informed Accompaniment
While primarily solo transcriptions, this Omnibook is a goldmine for understanding Bill Evans' harmonic language. The detailed piano texture reveals his sophisticated voicings, which directly informs how one might craft a more supportive accompaniment for a vocalist. It’s not a vocal lead sheet, but by studying these transcriptions, a collaborative pianist gains invaluable insight into the piano's role and potential voice-leading nuances within these jazz standards.
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Eleanor G.
December 14, 2025
An Essential Resource for Advanced Piano Students
This Bill Evans Omnibook is an incredible teaching tool. The note-for-note transcriptions are precise, making it perfect for students studying advanced jazz harmony and improvisation. While the difficulty is high, the clear engraving from Hal Leonard ensures readability. It's fantastic for developing rhythmic accuracy and a deeper understanding of Evans' unique voicing. A must-have for serious jazz piano instruction.
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Finally Playing My Favorite Bill Evans Solos!
As an adult learner, I've always wanted to play Bill Evans tunes like on the records, and this Omnibook delivers! The note-for-note transcriptions make it feel like I'm truly capturing his genius. It's a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience to tackle these iconic solos from albums like 'Waltz for Debby.' It's so enjoyable and helps me relax and immerse myself in his beautiful jazz style.
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Cfmoore
February 22, 2020
just short of perfect
the good:transcriptions are accuratesong choice is excellent, a good mix of standards and evans originals, taken across a wide spectrum of his discographythe bad:1. 'my romance' is listed as taken from turn out the starts. it is not.2. 'turn out the stars' is listed as taken from 'at town hall'. it is not.if someone at hal leonard could let me know where these are actually from that would be great.otherwise, excellent.
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