Description
Book 1 piano. Staple bound cover has some moderate wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage instructional book, “Wesley Schaum: Rhythm and Blues – Book 1 Piano,” offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of popular music in the mid-20th century. Published in the heyday of rhythm and blues, this volume provides a window into the cultural fusion that gave birth to rock and roll. Designed for budding pianists, it aimed to equip them with the skills to play the infectious rhythms and soulful melodies that defined the era’s groundbreaking sound.
While the cover bears the marks of use, the clean pages and secure binding attest to its enduring value as a pedagogical resource. For collectors, this well-preserved copy represents a tangible link to a pivotal moment in music history, when the boundaries between genres were blurred, and a new generation of artists found their voice. Beyond its instructional purpose, the book stands as a testament to the cultural cross-pollination that continues to shape popular music today.