The Lion Of The Piano: 8 Compositions By Willie "The Lion" Smith
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Item number 1707057AW, 79 pages, $18.95

If you are a piano student, it is important to know something about piano history, and some of the great pianists in the past. One such person who had a great influence on jazz piano was Willie "The Lion" Smith. His compositions and performances, from early in the 20th century, have had a great influence on many more recent musicians. The Willie Smith compositions, each one with a short description preceding it, will provide both a joy and a challenge to any pianist. They were transcribed with great care from early recordings by Michael "Spike" Wilner. There is much to learn and enjoy about the stride style of jazz, and its influence on early piano composers and players alike.

Composed By: "The Lion Of The Piano: 8 Compositions By Willie "The Lion" Smith" was composed by Willie "The Lion" Smith.

Edited By: "The Lion Of The Piano: 8 Compositions By Willie "The Lion" Smith" was edited by Michael "Spike" Wilner.

Published By: "The Lion Of The Piano: 8 Compositions By Willie "The Lion" Smith" was published by Gerard & Sarzin Publishing Co..


Song Titles
Rippling Waters - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1934
Finger Buster - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1934
The Echoes Of Spring - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith, Clarence Williams, and Tausha Hammond - ©1935
Concentrating - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1919
Fading Star - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1937
Sneakaway - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1937
Passionette - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1938
Morning Air - Performed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - Composed by: Willie (The Lion) Smith - ©1938
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Sheet Music Format: Piano Solo
   Difficulty 5 on a scale of 1 to 6 with 6 being the hardest.
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