Timeless Jazz Standards: Paul Tobey Transcriptions
Swing Through Seven Iconic Tunes with Soul and Sophistication
Imagine your fingers dancin’ across the keys, riffin’ through jazz standards that hum with the pulse of a late-night set. Paul Tobey, a Canadian piano cat now callin’ Niagara-on-the-Lake home, delivers a sharp 62-page collection of seven transcriptions, laid down on his 7’ Ibach grand. These ain’t just charts—they’re alive with the vibe of live gigs and masterclass moments, spun with reharmonized turnarounds that surprise, drop-2 voicings stackin’ rich chords, and chromatic runs that slide smooth as silk. Crafted in the last couple years, they’re your ticket to jazz’s deeper grooves.
Each tune packs links to the original recordings, lettin’ you lock in with the feel—phrasing that sings, dynamics that breathe fire. From locked-hand lushness to bluesy licks that hit hard, this set’s built to elevate your improv game. Perfect for cats lookin’ to bring some serious swing to the bandstand.
The Set: Seven Standards, Reimagined with Flair
- Over the Rainbow (p. 3) – Opens with a bold b5m7b5, takin’ you to uncharted territory.
- The Shadow of Your Smile (p. 14) – Drop-2 chords wrap the melody in a warm glow.
- The Nearness of You (p. 23) – Inner voices glide, soft as a whispered secret.
- Georgia on My Mind (p. 29) – Bluesy soul, slow-burnin’ with Ray’s spirit.
- Body and Soul (p. 42) – Rubato elegance, chromatics tellin’ tales of the night.
- Have You Met Miss Jones? (p. 52) – ii-V-I heat, bass walkin’ with bold strut.
- What Is This Thing Called Love (p. 61) – Bebop edge meets smooth class, love in every note.
Value That Grooves Like a Tight Rhythm Section
TIMELESSJAZZ20.For intermediate-to-advanced players hungry for that next-level sound, this ain’t just sheet music—it’s a masterclass in jazz’s heart and soul. From slick reharms to licks that linger, these charts will have you blowin’ up your next session.