Stokes, Russell - Jazz Colours for Flute and Piano- Digital Download

Welcome to JAZZ COLOURS: an established series of pieces for flute and piano written in jazz/popular styles. An optional 2nd flute part has been included for those who enjoy performing duets.

Jazz Colours will appeal to students of all ages who want to extend their repertoire of styles and will encourage the development of rhythmic technique in a popular setting. This volume contains pieces which range in difficulty from about Grade 3 to Grade 6.

Contents

1. Green Baize
2. Crimson Leaves
3. Running for Gold
4. Yellow Shadows

To the flautist(s):
lf you are new to playing jazz or popular music, then you will need to be very careful with the rhythms. There are many places where you will be playing off the beat, so try counting in quavers (slowly at first) to work out the syncopations. Once you are happy with the counting, try not to let the rhythms become too strict and rigid: instead let the music flow and swing.

If you are playing the duet versions, try to learn both parts so you can take turns playing the first flute part. Remember always to listen to each other so that the ensemble between you is tight.
One last thing: enjoy the music!

To the pianist:
lf you are an inexperienced player; you may find that some of the accompaniments are quite difficult.
If so, try simplifying them by omitting some notes in larger chords. However, always make sure you get the rhythms right so that you can support the soloist(s) correctly. Please use the sustain pedal where you feel it is appropriate but try not to blur the changing harmonies.

Previously published by Hunt Edition.