Practice Tempo - Jackson Street Blues by Martha Mier (ABRSM Grade 5 List C 2025-2026)

Jackson Street Blues from Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 4 by Martha Mier (ABRSM Grade 5 List C 2025-2026).
Christie Peery Skousen, piano.
   • Grade 5 ABRSM 2025-2026 Piano Repertoire  

This is a demo of a PRACTICE (medium speed) play through, not a final speed performance. A final speed performance video is found in the playlist linked above.

Practicing below tempo at a medium speed with the metronome is a useful way to improve accuracy and musical detail while securing a strong rhythmic foundation. Regular medium speed practice also results in the freedom to play around with rubato and other expressive tempo changes at a final tempo without them becoming exaggerated or distorted.

Medium Play through at MM 66 with Peery Musical Markings.
Peery Musical Markings offer a clear, visual explanation of one interpretation option.

EDUCATIONAL STUFF
Sheet music:
https://amzn.to/3WlSL8B

Peery Musical Markings Explanation Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xjPH...

Lift Wrist Tutorial:    • Lift Wrist Explained  
Lift Wrist Practice Repertoire:    • Teacher Demo: Gently Lift  

Push Wrist Tutorial:    • Push Wrist Explained  
Push Wrist Practice Repertoire:    • Student Demo: Nolan performing Church Bells  

Drop/Float Tutorial:    • Drop/Float Explained  
Drop/Float Practice Repertoire:    • Student Demo: En-Kai performing Slam Dunk  

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