The second of two Jazz Study books from the pen of John Kember, they are fantastic collections of studies and study pieces for the developing jazz pianist. Each book spans a host of jazz idioms from blues, trad and 'big band' to gospel, ballad and more reflective styles. Jazz Piano Studies 2 concentrates on chord shapes, complex rhythms, blue notes, ornaments and chromatics. Both books contain hints and tips throughout to keep the performer on the right track