Contempo

Contempo

A Set of Original Solos in a Variety of Contemporary Styles & Soundscapes

ISBN: 979-8-3507-6626-4
By: Labenske, Victor

ABOUT THE BOOK

Contempo explores seven contrasting contemporary styles through original piano solos written for the intermediate pianist. Jazz, ballad, Celtic, pop, rhythm & blues, soundtrack, and rock influences give each piece its own rhythmic character, harmonic language, and sound world. As you play, listen for the elements that define each style—the groove, articulation, phrasing, harmony, and use of the piano’s full range of color. Titles: Fusion Vibe (Jazz) * When the City Falls Away (Ballad) * Heatherstorm (Celtic) * Along the Way to Love (Pop) * Soul Groove (Rythm & Blues) * Softshoe Sonatina (Ballroom) * A Cinema Scene (Rock)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Victor Labenske

Victor Labenske is professor of music at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, California, where he teaches courses in piano and composition. A summa cum laude graduate of PLNU, he earned his master's degree in piano performance at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Conservatory of Music where he studied with Joanne Baker. He also earned the Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance at the University of Southern California where he studied with Stewart Gordon.