"Although it will be of primary interest to those who are engaged in composition themselves, [this] book is also recommended for readers who may wish to gain further insight into just what makes jazz composition so different from traditional approaches."—Malcolm Bessom, The Music Magazine
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Wonderful compact summary of jazz chords and appropriate use,
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This review is from: Composing for the Jazz Orchestra (Paperback)
This deceptively small book taught me years ago everything I needed to know about the purpose and use of jazz chords and what voicings to use to make them sound effective. It is a wonderful book which deserves to be reread every 5 or 10 years. The theory of chord use is applicable in areas of music outside of jazz including classical music.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Not a bad little book...,
By kimandabel@aol.com (Olympia, WA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Composing for the Jazz Orchestra (Paperback)
I liked this little book. I used it out of necessity when I found myself writing a couple of jazz tunes for an 8 peice band (first time I had to write & orchestrate like that). There are alot of quick and useful theory tips. Russo mostly deals with orchestration & voicing for a group with a sizeable horn section which, by the way, I did not have. I did, however, manage to glean enough information from the text to assemble some great music. The section on upright bass was wonderful. A lot of information for a little money! Abel Zimmerman- Big Swingset Jazz Band
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Great For Horn Players,
By Kenneth Montgomery (Carolina, Puerto Rico) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Composing for the Jazz Orchestra (Paperback)
I found Russo's book short but sweet. His information is clearly stated - therefore easily understood. As a member of a jazz horn section, it is important to know your role in the overall arrangement. Russo's Chapters on voicing are an exellent tool for today's educated trumpet player.
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The phrase "alphabetical chord symbols" refers to a musical shorthand which is used to represent chords. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
lowest brass part, basic ensemble method, chromatic dominant seventh chords, middle range parts, subdominant minor chords, secondary dominant seventh chords, loose plunger, dominant seventh type chord, close position voicing, open position voicings, two minor scales, unison ensemble, true unison, thickened line, chordal tone, widened line, single cymbal, harmon mute, cup mute, lead tone, bass trombone, subdominant chords, tenor sound, type chords, diatonic chord Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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The phrase "alphabetical chord symbols" refers to a musical shorthand which is used to represent chords. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
lowest brass part, basic ensemble method, chromatic dominant seventh chords, middle range parts, subdominant minor chords, secondary dominant seventh chords, loose plunger, dominant seventh type chord, close position voicing, open position voicings, two minor scales, unison ensemble, true unison, thickened line, chordal tone, widened line, single cymbal, harmon mute, cup mute, lead tone, bass trombone, subdominant chords, tenor sound, type chords, diatonic chord Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Trumpets Trombones, The Arabic New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Jazz Composition and Orchestration by William Russo in Front Matter
- David Baker's Arranging and Composing for the Small Ensemble: Jazz, R & B, Jazz Rock by David Baker on 4 pages
- Jazz Composition and Orchestration by William Russo on 4 pages
- The Rise of a Jazz Art World by Paul Lopes on page 264
- An Understandable Guide to Music Theory: The Most Useful Aspects of Theory for Rock, Jazz, and Blues Musicians by Chaz Bufe in Back Matter
- Arranging Music for the Real World: Classical and Commercial Aspects (Book & CD set) by Vince Corozine in Back Matter
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