By Gerre Hancock

This workbook is a compendium of exercises and advice that will lead the student towards effective improvisation. It starts from the premise that improvising must be analysed, planned, and practised carefully and systematically. Its style is informal and encouraging, and the numerous lively exercises are clearly explained.

Contents:

Introduction
The Scale
The Phrase
The Interlude
The Hymn
The Ornamented Hymn
The Hymn Prelude
The Song Form
The Sonata Form
The Toccata
The Canon
The Duo and The Trio
The Fugue
Coda
Bibliography