(Piano). Ever wondered how to create better accompaniments for the melodies in your favorite fake books? This "teach yourself" book introduces you to chord building; various rhythmic styles; and much more; so that you play the songs you like just the way you want them. Keyboard players with a basic understanding of notation and sight-reading will be on their way to more fun with fake books. The relaxed tone of the text and selection of fun songs keep How to Play from a Fake Book entertaining throughout perfect for amateur musicians; or as a supplement for keyboard teachers and their students.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Was a bit disappointed to discover that 3 of the main reasons I ...By Rich AscroftWas a bit disappointed to discover that 3 of the main reasons I wanted to buy this book (Prologue:What If; Map of New York; No More Wasted Time) somehow did not make the cut. I do not think I would have bought it had I known that only 12 of the songs would be included and not necessarily the twelve strongest songs. That said it remains an amazing score.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I love If/Then and the music and everythingBy Lisa GudanI love If/Then and the music and everything; and I love playing musical stuff on piano; but this book does not work so well for that. The accompaniment lines are rather repetitive and dont play as well as most other musicals I have played the music for. I do still recommend this if you really love If/Then music and either are good enough to be able to play the melody line along with the accompaniment; or play the music with one person on piano; the other singing/covering the melody line with some instrument.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Ive loved the showBy TerryBeeIve loved the show. And the Original Soundtrack is amazing ! And Idina Menzels talented incomparable! So; having the Vocal Line and arrangements for most of the songs of the show is really incredible. Although I would have preferred that all songs were included; they certainly chose the most poignant ones. I recommend to all Broadway fans everywhere.