Lee Stuart Evans is an author who masterfully wields humor and comedic writing. His work draws from extensive experience in television and radio entertainment, evident in his unique style that both amuses and engages. He transforms his observations of life and human nature into narratives that resonate with audiences. His writing is a testament to his talent for comedy.
The late1980s. Robindreams of becoming Jim Kerr, singer in the best band in the world, SimpleMinds, despite having no talent whatsoever. Fliss is a musical genius, perhaps the East Midlands’answer to Kate Bush, if only she had more confidence. An acclaimed novel by comedy writer Lee Stuart Evans
Composer Anatoly Konstantinovich Lyadov (1855-1914) is known for his highly programmatic music, often based on Russian subjects. Lee Evans has selected several of his lovely, short―and unjustly neglected―piano pieces and offers them in a new SuperScore edition for the intermediate to late intermediate level pianist. In the tradition of many of his other publications of classical works, Dr. Evans has enriched them harmonically "with a touch of jazz."
The album features a selection of classical pieces that resonate with Lee Evans on a personal level. It includes cherished piano miniatures by Edvard Grieg alongside lesser-known works by both Grieg and Reinhold Gliere. The collection showcases two piano transcriptions of orchestral compositions and five original pieces for piano, highlighting the emotional depth and variety within the classical repertoire.
The book offers a set of 20 mindful practices designed to enhance health, wellbeing, and relationships through outdoor experiences. It encourages readers to connect with nature while fostering inspiration to protect the environment. Each practice aims to unlock the benefits of the great outdoors, promoting a holistic approach to life that integrates mindfulness and environmental stewardship.
Some of the most beautiful music by Sergei Rachmaninoff can be found in his art songs for singers with piano accompaniment. Thanks to Lee Evans, these remarkable works are now accessible to pianists as solo compositions. Lee has skillfully combined the vocal and accompaniment parts of eleven of these gems including the gorgeous Vocalise.
Among the most appealing western music ever written are many art songs - music set to poetry, a genre also known by the German word lieder (songs)- composed by such historically great composers as Schubert, Schumann, Wagner, Debussy, Ravel, de Falla, Rachmaninoff, and several others. It occurred to me that this fantastic music ideally should be accessible as solo piano pieces to those who may desire to play these songs without having to have them sung, in the same manner that any Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin or Harold Arlen song may be performed purely instrumentally. Consequently, I have created this volume of famous beautiful art songs as a judicious combination of the vocal and piano parts, but for piano solo alone, in the hope that your musical life will be immeasurably enriched, just as this incomparable music has enriched mine.
Among the most appealing western music ever written are many art songs - music set to poetry, a genre also known by the German word lieder (songs)- composed by such historically great composers as Schubert, Schumann, Wagner, Debussy, Ravel, de Falla, Rachmaninoff, and several others. It occurred to me that this fantastic music ideally should be accessible as solo piano pieces to those who may desire to play these songs without having to have them sung, in the same manner that any Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin or Harold Arlen song may be performed purely instrumentally. Consequently, I have created this volume of famous beautiful art songs as a judicious combination of the vocal and piano parts, but for piano solo alone, in the hope that your musical life will be immeasurably enriched, just as this incomparable music has enriched mine.
Among the reasons for the instant appeal and durability of folk songs, spirituals and blues are their melodic, harmonic and rhythmic simplicity and accessibility. They are passed down by oral tradition from generation to generation, often undergoing changes in the process. Having deep feelings in his heart for this material and having been inspired by his own background in jazz, jazz improvisation and jazz education, Lee Evans offers his own 21st century piano solo arrangements of these folk and spiritual classics. Also included are two original blues pieces, all written at the intermediate level with a tasteful touch of jazz. Lastly, a template is provided for students to create their own blues improvisation.
Exploring various schools of thought, this book delves into the core principles of Buddhism, including Theravada, Mahayana, and Tibetan traditions. It highlights the significance of Taoism and its philosophical intersections with Buddhist practices. The text emphasizes the role of poetry and meditation in spiritual development, offering insights into how these elements enhance understanding and experience within these rich traditions. Readers will find a comprehensive look at the diverse practices and teachings that shape Eastern spirituality.
(Evans Piano Education). Scales have long been considered an essential element of keyboard mastery. They provide piano students the technical skill needed to play the instrument and give practical instruction in the basics of music theory. Jazz Piano Scales and Exercises presents a novel and more interesting way to practice patterns and etudes while learning jazz. Following the notation and fingerings for scales major, harmonic minor, and melodic minor in each of the 12 keys, three jazz exercises are given. These serve to reinforce the patterns and fingers and to give the player a sense of the melodies, rhythms, and harmonies that are integral to jazz stylings.