“I just wanted to thank you for the great clinic you gave here at Southern Miss. My students are still pondering all the possibilities you showed them. The theory concepts you exposed to them were advanced, yet were presented in a clear and user-friendly manner. You started with what they knew and expanded upon it very effectively. I’m excited about digging into the material from your book with them as well. I look forward to having you here again.”
Larry Panella, Director of Jazz Studies, University of Southern Mississippi
“Besides being one of the great pianists of our time, a brilliant composer, Jeff has released a series of books over the years that are important to the development of every pianist, non-pianist, and educator. I highly recommend (Jazz Lines) for all serious students and educators!”
Donald Brown, Jazz Pianist
“When I was first introduced to Jeff Gardner’s text “Jazz Piano – Creative Concepts and Techniques” I recognized it as one of the very best jazz pedagogical works available. The combination of superb musicianship, analytical clarity, and verbal communication skills make Jeff Gardner’s presentations a valued experience for students of jazz.”
Don Glanden – Chair, Graduate Jazz Studies and Piano Department – The University of the Arts, Philadelphia
“Once again, thank you for your informative and inspiring clinics at Loyola University. Your playing and compositions are just superb, and the Brazilian rhythms presentation was fun – hands on!”
John Mahoney – Coordinator of Jazz Studies, Loyola University, New Orleans
“Jeff Gardner is one the most talented pianists and educators I know. His knowledge of Brazilian music, his musicality, and personality make him an ideal clinician. Our students always enjoy his master classes.”
Dr. Paul de Castro, University of California Los Angeles
Praise for “Jazz Piano: Creative Concepts and Techniques”
“Jeff’s piano book is one of the most comprehensive books on any subject you will ever encounter for any level pianist – it’s all here!”
David Liebman
This is an immense, comprehensive work of the highest caliber, of unquestionable value to anyone interested in music in general and jazz in particular. “
Martial Solal
“Indispensable pour tous ceux qui étudient l’improvisation, quel que soit leur instrument. ”
Paul Bley
“A tour-de-force of information.”
Keyboard Magazine (USA)
“The Bible of Improvisation!”
Piano Magazine (France)