Cocktail Piano Standards

Cocktail Piano Standards by Al Lerner, published by Hal Leonard in 2005, is a piano solo songbook featuring 15 lush arrangements of jazz classics. This edition, written in English and spanning 51 pages, offers musicians a collection of well-known pieces, complemented by online audio tracks that showcase performances of each arrangement by the arranger.

Readers will find a diverse selection of songs, including titles such as “April in Paris,” “Misty,” and “Moon River.” The book focuses on providing accessible yet sophisticated arrangements, making it suitable for pianists looking to enhance their repertoire with timeless jazz standards. With its emphasis on printed music, this songbook serves as a valuable resource for both practice and performance.