This collection serves as an invitation to classically trained pianists who are interested in improvisation, and as a challenge to seasoned improvisers to make each performance fresh and spontaneous. The book includes helpful performance notes, and the CD recording features full-length performances of all preludes plus 5 great jazz standards. Titles: Prelude XIII * Prelude XIV * Prelude XV * Prelude XVI * Prelude XVII * Prelude XVIII.