Books/Videos Reviews and Recommendations

Here is where I'll do my best to inform you of the most useful books & videos on a wide variety styles and systems. It’s a big job. I will literally purchase each book & video we review, put them through the paces checking for content usefulness, clarity, and the ability to apply the information etc. I'll rate them on a 1 to 5 stars scale and... beginner, intermediate or advanced. It'll probably be mostly 4 and 5 star because If I do not like something, I wouldn't feel comfortable giving someone's hard work a low rating. I know, then 'how can I call it reviews'? Well, let's just say I'll talk about what I think is the most helpful.

I'll even offer advice in their use and recommend additional items that will compliment the reviewed item—and, which of my booklets best supports and/or prepares you for its use. Check back often for new reviews. On many review pages I'll provide company links to purchase the item, if you wish. I’ll recommend where the item is available and least expensive. You can also use these links to browse other music categories and shop around.

They serve a dual purpose; one is, your convenience, the other is for me. When a visitor to PBLS clicks one of these to make a purchase, I receive credit and a small reimbursement. This helps offset the time & cost of maintaining Piano Booklets Learning System.

Ok, Let’s Find That Perfect Book or Video!
Just click on a ‘BOOK’ or ‘VIDEO’ link Below to choose a category of interest. Remember, I'm here to help—so use that ‘contact’ link if you have questions.

Oh, One Very Important Tip!
Various styles have similarities. You may not be interested in ‘Blues’ type of music, but, it can teach you a great deal about improvisation and chord voicing's, comping, soloing, etc. that can be applied to your favorite style of music. And while you may not want to become a ‘Gospel’ Pianist, these styles teach an enormous amount information on rhythm, bass line movement, and chord structure. etc. Stay open to exploring all styles as they will help you to discover many ways of playing music that will begin to merge together helping you to develop your individual style...‘your own sound’.

BOOKS
Blue Books............................
Piano Technique Books.....
Jazz Books............................
Gospel Books......................
Pop Piano Books................
Music Reading Books........
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VIDEOS
Blues Videos........................
Gospel Videos.....................
Pop Piano Video..................
Improvisation Videos..........
Learn Piano Videos.............
COMING SOON....................