Intermediate Harmony - Paperback

by Bill Keis (Author)

The data in this book applies to any musician at any level of expertise regardless of what instrument or style of music he/she plays. This is invaluable as a reference book for private lessons or as a textbook for classroom study. This Book answers many interesting questions such as: * Why are 4 note chords called 7th chords? * What are the eight types of 7th chords? * Did you know there are up to 5 different chord symbols for each 7th chord? * What are the Diatonic 7th chords? * Why are they important? * How do you decide when to play a 7th chord instead of a triad? * What are the three different blues scales? * What type of 7th chord is the most common in blues? * Why do many people fail in their attempt to learn to improvise? * How can I learn to improvise over difficult chord changes? * What are the most common intros, turnarounds & endings to songs? * What are Rhythm Changes and why are they important? And many more

Author Biography

Bill Keis is a professional musician, teacher, author, pianist, composer, producer and musical director in the Los Angeles area. He has performed with such notable and talented musicians and composers as Chick Corea, Mark Isham, David Campbell, Stanley Clarke, Ronnie Spector, Edgar Winter, Chaka Khan and Kate Ceberano. One of Bill's compositions was used in the 2015 blockbuster movie, Avengers: Age of Ultron, which grossed over $1.4 billion worldwide.