Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Razzamajazz, how it all began.


It all started with "RAZZAMAJAZZ". A book of very easy pieces starting with just one note then as each piece went on a new note was added. The pieces were simple, but had what I called a "feel good accompaniment", meaning it was a jazzy up beat accompaniment that made the student ( although maybe only playing one or two notes), feel as if they were playing something really complicated and sophisticated. The idea was to "build" the confidence of the player while gradually teaching technique. The books proved to be very popular, leading onto "Razzamajazz Repertoire", Razzamajazz duets and trios" and the "Razzamajazz Really Easy Band Book".
My next project is to work on revamping the original "Razzamajazz" with some new pieces, a new ( better) backing which will have a choice of speeds, then Razzamajazz two!!!. This will take the player up into the higher register and include more accidentals. Watch this space............

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