Bill Boyd's masterful craftsmanship is readily apparent in these 11 pieces, part of Hal Leonard?s Composer Showcase series. Slightly easier than his intermediate-level books, this solo collection for the early-intermediate pianist explores a variety of jazz styles from Blues to Swing. Bill's original solos lay out essential style elements in pieces that fit a developing pianist's technique easily, providing students with ample opportunity to develop finesse through enticing melodies and subtle h...