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Marta
October 18, 2024
Jazzy Christmas
I love Phil’s arrangements. It says beginner but the arrangements are beautiful. Many Christmas songs in my hymnal are difficult to play, cut and dried. These arrangements make the music so enjoyable to play and the listeners think I’ve advanced my skills😍. Added enjoyment are the fun Christmas songs we sang as children. A must for all pianist.
I have many of Phil’s books and they are a pleasure to learn and play.
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Mara R.
December 06, 2019
Excellent Piano Lesson Material
As a pianist and piano teacher, I know that the right piece for a student, makes a great difference in their piano journey. These pieces can easily be fit to the level of each student, plus the repertoire is widely know throughout the World. The textures and colors Phil has arranged these pieces with, is interesting and very beautiful. I feel lucky to have this book in my hands now. Thank you maestro Phil.
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Anonymous
November 25, 2018
Great arrangements.
I found these arrangements very interesting and unusual. It is just what I wanted. Thank you Mr. Hamm for all of your work on these arrangements!
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John
November 15, 2018
over-rated
I purchased these Jazzy Arrangements because of the many glowing reviews.I was disappointed because the songs did not sound jazzy.
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Shazzonkeys
November 01, 2018
Jazzy Christmas arrangement
A lovely group of Carols - easily read and fitting nicely under the hands. A pleasure to play for oneself or to share.
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Bobbi
October 25, 2018
Quality Arrangements
This is a very nice selection of Christmas songs that are easy to play but sound normal. Great for kids or adults who play for enjoyment. Easy to add left hand notes to spruce up, if desired. Not as much jazzy as elegant.
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Blair
December 21, 2017
Just What I Hoped
This was a gamble but turned out to be exactly what I was looking for. Some jazzy arrangements of Christmas favorites. These are simple but beautifully arranged familiar melodies with very pleasing harmonies and rhythmic left hand accompaniments. I also like the print-it-yourself idea. This way I can punch and put them in a notebook in a way that makes sense i.e. fewest page turns as possible.
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Judy
December 20, 2017
Try It, You'll Like It
I am at best a mediocre pianist and, now in my golden years, play mostly for my own enjoyment. Playing Phil's musical arrangements makes me feel that I am really better than I am!
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Mn T.
December 17, 2017
THE BEST!
THESE ARE THE MOST WONDERFUL ARRANGEMENTS! 20 beautiful Christmas pieces! Don't play them too fast, you'll miss tasting the unexpected, beautiful chords and harmonies! Just lovely! Phil's arrangements are the best! I highly recommend these!
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Church P.
December 06, 2017
Over-rated
I purchased these Jazzy Arrangements because of the many glowing reviews, which ultimately led to disappointment. Though some of the songs or portions of songs are interesting, some are not much different than playing directly out of a hymnal. I didnt find them all that jazzy either, just a few non-standard chords in place of the traditional chords with a few even sounding wrong (like they were added just to be different). I also found some of the notes and measures crowded and hard to read.
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Church P.
December 04, 2017
Over-rated
I purchased these Jazzy Arrangements because of the many glowing reviews, which ultimately led to disappointment. Though some of the songs or portions of songs are interesting, some are not much different than playing directly out of a hymnal. I didnt find them all that jazzy either, just non-standard chords in place of the traditional chords with a few even sounding wrong (like they were added just to be different). I also found some of the notes and measures crowded and hard to read.
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Brian
December 21, 2016
Great Arrangements
I was looking for some different, jazzy, arrangements that were playable and found it.
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Patti B.
June 01, 2016
Jazzy Christmas Arrangements
Love these arrangements of many of the most loved Sacred and secular Christmas carols and songs. I plan to use these easy listening arrangements as background music for my gigs and my students' gigs during the Christmas season. I know the lush sounds and reharmonizations will be a bit hit with audiences of all ages!
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Barbara H.
April 15, 2016
Very appealing
I purchased this digital book and was so happy to find such beautiful, and easy-to-accomplish, Christmas music. It appeals to even the most critical ear ... pleasant sounding, a little jazzy, and playable!! And Phil Hamm is soo helpful, gifted, and a blessing!
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Anonymous
February 08, 2016
Title is striaght forward
I liked the pieces and found them easy to play for the intermediate level. I wanted it to be a little more jazzy, but for a young student, it will certainly work. I liked the Silent Night arrangement the best.
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A. H.
December 21, 2015
Great Arrangements
These are definitely Christmas Arrangement with a little Jazz. Phil Hamm is a genuine Christian composer/songwriter who is always available to assist and give advice. I am so happy to have made the purchase. My daughter, wife and I look forward to playing these songs together. We highly recommend these arrangements that Phil has put together.
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Caniambo C.
December 15, 2015
Jazzy Christmas Arrangements
I needed something to play for background music, this is excellent! I am very happy with the arrangements, they mostly fit on two pages, the chords are interesting and not all straight or traditional. The melodies are easy to read and pick out of the chords. I'm now looking for other titles by this arranger as I thought this purchase was worth what I paid for it. Thanks!
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Marla M.
November 04, 2015
A refreshing twist on the traditional.
I am so happy with Jazzy Christmas Arrangements. Phil has arranged these pieces in a way that brings new life and feeling to the traditional, written for the intermediate level. I look forward to playing these beloved songs in our church services this Christmas season. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for something new and refreshing for the Christmas season.
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Trevor
November 01, 2015
Great songs for the upcoming Christmas season
I own several of Phil Hamm's books of piano arrangements, and I am never disappointed by his work. These Christmas songs are arranged in a fresh way that makes me enjoy playing them. I look forward to playing them this Christmas season and playing around with them for the next several holiday seasons since they are easy to improvise with as I continue to advance in piano.
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