I was searching for a stevie wonder book that was as similar to his playing possible. Im not sure if hal leonard is getting lazy and reusing the same songs in book after book and hoping that no one notices, or if these songs really are so great that it pays to use them over and over. Full album songs in the key of life stevie wonder1976. Books by stevie wonder author of the stevie wonder anthology. Stevie wonder born stevland hardaway judkins on may, 1950, name later changed to stevland hardaway morris is an american singersongwriter, multiinstrumentalist, and record producer. Stevie wonder is an american musician and a former child prodigy who became one of the most creative musical figures of the late 20th century. I would note that we have found a large proportion of the songs challenging as most have several sharps or flats, so if you are at an early stage with an instrument as is my son for whom it was bought then you might find these tunes too difficult. How to play i just called to say i love you easy piano. Nov 08, 2015 superstition e una canzone scritta nel 1972 da stevie wonder, e registrata per lalbum talking book, da cui fu estratta come primo singolo. Talking book is the fifteenth album by stevie wonder, originally released in 1972. Little stevie wonder had grown up to become one of the most popular acts in music. Win a minimoog signed by stevie wonder keyboardmag. Stevie wonder, original name steveland judkins or steveland morris, born may, 1950, saginaw, michigan, u.
The best of stevie wonder keyboard signature licks by. Stevie is using a novation launchkey to play keyscape in. The story of stevie wonder s talking book december 30, 2000 one of the biggest hits from talking book was actually intended for. The staff of headline booking group will work with you to produce a memorable event. The stevie wonder transcriptions that i already have in other hal leonard books are. He proved he could write grooves to keep you on the dance floor and, at the same time, make you think about social problems. It was the lead single for wonders album talking book. More editions of the best of stevie wonder keyboard signature licks. A prominent figure in popular music, he is one of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the history of music.
It was released on september 28, 1976, by tamla records, a division of motown. In this easy tutorial, you will learn how to play i just called to say i love you by stevie wonder. I am huge fan of the early work of stevie wonder music of my mind and talking book and would like to know which synthesizers he was using. Stevie wonder s most popular book is the stevie wonder anthology. In his early career, he was best known for his harmonica work, but today he is better known for his keyboard skills and vocals. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Which included the number one hitsong, superstition. An audition followed with motown founder berry gordy jr. Isnt she lovely by stevie wonder piano tutorial easy. One of the biggest hits from talking book was actually intended for someone else. Stevie wonder keyboard playalong volume 20 hal leonard. So how is this any different from playing along to an actual stevie wonder cd. Stevie wonder, notefor note keyboard transcriptions of 1. Stevie wonders most popular book is the stevie wonder anthology. Stevie wonder has 74 books on goodreads with 353 ratings. By 1973 stevie wonder was at the height of his powers. Il brano fu prodotto dallo stesso wonder che nel 1973.
Stevie wonder born stevland hardaway judkins on may, 1950, name later changed to stevland hardaway morris is an american singersongwriter, multi. Excellent quality, the book includes a huge number of stevie wonder s songs and is printed to a high quality. Superstition by stevie wonder keyboard cover leave a quick comment if you like or dislike. I have been looking for a stevie wonder sheet music book for awhile, something thats not easy piano, but i. It was released on october 24, 1972, as the lead single from his fifteenth studio album, talking book 1972, by tamla. Some of his bestknown hits are featured in this upbeat medley for the concert band stage. Songs in the key of life is the eighteenth album by american singer, songwriter and musician stevie wonder. Booking agent book stevie wonder for corporate events. The treaty was sent to congress for ratification just within the last few weeks. Stevie wonder was just 11 years old when he was discovered by ronnie white of the motown band the miracles. Stevie wonder at his keyboard during a concert in 1973.
Boogie on reggae woman higher ground i wish isnt she lovel. In fact, even the miracles own smokey robinsonnamed vice. This album takes a somewhat different route than its predecessor by leaning more on powerful funksoul numbers instead of ballads and the results are astonishing. Stevie wonder easy piano anthology wonder, stevie on. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Boogie on reggae woman hey love higher ground i wish isnt she lovely lately. Stevie wonder sketchbook 129 pages, sketching, drawing and creative doodling notebook to draw and journal 8. Superstition is a song by american singersongwriter stevie wonder.
Enjoy an unrivalled sheet music experience for ipadsheet music viewer, score library and music store all in one app. Superstition is one of the most distinctive and famous examples of the sound of the hohner clavinet keyboard. Stevie wonder, braille, and accessibility nls music notes. Characters is the twentyfirst studio album by american singersongwriter stevie wonder released in late 1987.
Mar 25, 2019 the bob moog foundation has announced the launch of its annual raffle for an iconic, highly coveted vintage minimoog model d synthesizer. The album is widely noted for being the signal recording of wonders classic period. Zakk t if youve got any song requests or any feedback please let me know in the comments. This unique series features the actual keyboard parts transcribed as played on the artists original recordings, along with soundalike cd backing tracks so you can. Talking book is the fifteenth studio album by american singer, songwriter and musician stevie. Apr 20, 2017 stevie wonder superstition easy piano tutorial w bridge. The album crystallized wonders talent as a singer, writer and producer. Through his heavy use of electronic instruments and innovative sounds, wonder became a pioneer and influence to. Keyboard playalong volume 20 2010, cd paperback at the best online prices at ebay. In 1962, the newly renamed little stevie wonder, working with motown songwriter. Jun 14, 2007 excellent quality, the book includes a huge number of stevie wonder s songs and is printed to a high quality. This unique series features the actual keyboard parts transcribed as played on the artists original recordings, along with soundalike audio backing tracks so you can master the keyboard part and then playalong like a pro includes. Having just released talking book with the megahit superstition, he was already a commercial and artistic juggernaut.
Published on jan 22, 2017 what a crazy surprise to have the great stevie wonder stop by the spectrasonics booth to play keyscape at namm. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Stevie wonder contact info booking agent and manager info. The bass lines are way off, and so are the right hand.
Superstition by stevie wonder keyboard cover youtube. His use of the hohner clavinet model c on superstition is widely regarded as one of the definitive tracks featuring the i. Universal music enterprises has remastered stevie wonders alltime best selling hits collection, stevie wonder. The best of stevie wonder songbook and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Without question, these songs showcased a more mature side of stevie wonder, and was, at the time, his most successful album to date. View stevie wonder contact information names, email address, phone number. The 21track album includes all of his greatest hits, from the live 1963 smash, fingertips part 2 and uptight, through i was made to love her, for once in my life, my cherie. The sound of the album is sharply defined by wonders keyboard work, especially with the synthesizers he incorporated. The lyrics describes popular superstitions and their negative effects. Choose from keyboard sheet music for such popular songs as isnt she lovely, sir duke, and for once in my life. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading stevie wonder songbook. The album has been regarded by music journalists as the culmination of wonder s classic period of recording. Stevie wonder superstition easy piano tutorial w bridge.
Superstition stevie wonder keyboard tutorial youtube. This song featured the clavinet which stevie wonder was credited pioneer of, he later used the electric amplified keyboard instrument in many of his other albums along with the. F gbma7ema7f6bb7, which are beautiful, are not in this book. The best of stevie wonder keyboard signature licks. This seems like a useful book if you want to play stevie wonder songs in a smooth jazz style. The story of stevie wonders talking book december 30, 2000 one of the biggest hits from talking book was actually intended for. Wonders critical success was at its peak in the 1970s when he started his classic period in 1972 with the releases of music of my mind and talking book, with the latter featuring the numberone hit superstition. Signature licks keyboard sheet music book by stevie wonder. Stevie wonder by stevie wonder softcover with cd sheet. I have been looking for a stevie wonder sheet music book for awhile, something thats not easy piano, but i havent been able to find one. The music of stevie wonder is timeless and continues to resonate even today. In the text before that girl, the author states that the keyboard is a. And he did using the international language of music to celebrate an international agreement.
This reissue is newly remastered from original analog. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Stevie wonder song book free downloadable sheet music. Stevie wonder not only distinguishes himself by being one of the rare artist to remain loyal to his debut record label but also nearly fifty years later, the longest signed to the legendary motown family. To book stevie wonder or another adult contemporary artist for your private party, corporate event, fundraiser or other function, please fill out our artist request form to quickly connect with one of our booking agents. Shop and buy the best of stevie wonder keyboard signature licks sheet music. Stevie wonder greatest hits ez play today vol 277 easy. Stevie wonder by stevie wonder goodreads share book. Stevie wonder was asked to perform, in marrakesh, to celebrate the adoption of the treaty. Stevie wonder, american singer, songwriter, and multiinstrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative musical figures of the late 20th century, known for the hit songs my cherie amour, superstition, higher ground, and you are the sunshine of my life, among others.
You can also filter the results to find the exact arrangement youre looking for. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. This years prize has been signed by the legendary stevie wonder, whose career has helped shape popular music and inspired people worldwide. Books by stevie wonder share book recommendations with your. In late 1972 stevie wonder released an album which today is known as a historic piece in music,talking book.
Stevie wonder stevie wonder keyboard playalong vol. The album is widely noted for being the signal recording of wonder s classic period. The bass lines are way off, and so are the right hand chords. Find stevie wonder booking agent and manager contact info steveland hardaway morris may, 1950, popularly known as stevie wonder, is a grammy nominated american musician, singer, songwriter, record producer who i. Dec 30, 2000 the story of stevie wonders talking book one of the biggest hits from talking book was actually intended for someone else. Browse hal leonard from hal leonard at sheet music plus. Talking book is the fifteenth studio album by american singer, songwriter and musician stevie wonder, released on october 28, 1972, on the tamla label for motown records. I can guess that moog and arp was among his instruments, maybe a roland. Stevie wonder songbook kindle edition by wonder, stevie.