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Piano Solo Piano - SMP Level 7 (Late Intermediate)
SKU: HL.306224
By James Booker. Piano Solo Personality. Blues and R&B. Songbook. With chord names, performance notes and introductory text (does not include words to the songs). 144 pages. Hal Leonard #306224. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.306224).ISBN 9780793593378. UPC: 073999542523. 9x12 inches. Transcribed by Joshua Paxton.
This collection showcases the music of this astoundingly talented, yet underrated New Orleans pianist with 12 piano solo transcriptions, including: Come Rain or Come Shine * Gonzo's Blue Dream * Junco Partner * Papa Was a Rascal * Pixie * Put Out the Light * and more. Features a biography of Booker, extensive notes on his songs and style, a discography and a listing of related artists, and more.
About SMP Level 7 (Late Intermediate)
4 to 5-note chords in both hands and scales in octaves in both hands.
- Baby, Won't You Please Come Home
- Blues Minuet
- Come Rain Or Come Shine
- Gonzo's Blue Dream
- It Will Have To Do Until The Real Thing Comes Along (Until The Real Thing Comes Along)
- Junco Partner
- Let's Make A Better World
- Papa Was A Rascal
- Pixie
- Pop's Dilemma
- Put Out The Light
- Tell Me How Do You Feel
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 17, 2025
Finally, James Booker! So Enjoyable.
I'm so thrilled to find this James Booker collection! As an adult learner playing late intermediate piano, these blues and R&B pieces are challenging but incredibly rewarding. It's amazing to finally be able to learn these unique solos and feel like I'm playing something true to the artist. The notes on his style really help understand the music. A perfect way to relax and dive into some New Orleans piano!
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Valuable for Harmonic Study, Not Direct Accompaniment
While explicitly a piano solo collection without vocal lines, this book offers immense value for vocal coaches studying James Booker's distinctive blues and R&B harmony. The comprehensive piano transcriptions, including chord names, are excellent for dissecting voicings and understanding his accompaniment style. It's perfect for gaining insight into the texture of his piano work, even if it's not a direct vocal accompaniment score.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Authentic Transcriptions for Dedicated Study
For the gigging musician looking to dive deep into James Booker's style, this collection delivers. These are faithful piano solo transcriptions, not simplified lead sheets, so expect to put in practice time to get them performance-ready. Chord names are included, which is helpful for harmonic analysis. It's great for specific tribute gigs or personal study, but less for quick sight-reading requests at a standard function due to the intricate nature.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Excellent Collection for Advanced Students!
This James Booker collection is a fantastic resource for late intermediate students (SMP Level 7) ready for a challenge. The transcriptions are very well-done, offering a true insight into his unique R&B/Blues style. The performance notes and biographical text are excellent educational additions, providing valuable context. While specific fingering isn't universally provided, the clear engraving makes it easy to read and teach complex rhythms and chords.
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This score is ideal for Intermediate/Advanced pianists, Jazz/Blues enthusiasts, and students of New Orleans piano styles. The Piano Solo instrumentation is perfect for immersing yourself in James Booker's influential material, allowing musicians to explore his complex blues/jazz voicings through credible and accurate transcriptions by Joshua Paxton.
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