Arranging the Score: Portraits of the Great Arrangers, G. Lees (softcover mint)-image
Arranging the Score: Portraits of the Great Arrangers, G. Lees (softcover mint)-image

Arranging the Score: Portraits of the Great Arrangers, G. Lees (softcover mint)

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REVIEWS: Praised for its sophisticated analysis of orchestral jazz. NARRATIVE: Non-fiction biographical essays. Publication Year: 1993 COLLECTIBLE: High demand for out of print jazz history references. Subject: The art and craft of musical arrangement. Type: Biography / Instructional Publisher: Cassell INTENDED AUDIENCE: Musicians, historians, and jazz aficionados. Subject Area: Music History and Theory RATING: 4.5 stars for exceptional prose and historical accuracy. Item Width: 6.1 in Number of Pages: 310 Pages Publication Name: Arranging the Score Era: Late 20th Century gtin13: 9780304343102 Item Length: 9.1 in Item Weight: 18.7 Oz COPYRIGHT DATE: 1992 Author: Gene Lees GENRE: Music History and Criticism Language: English Educational Level: Adult & Further Education INTENDED LEVEL: Advanced or professional interest. Item Height: 0.9 inches MISCELLANEOUS: Part of the Cassell Jazz series. LITTLE KNOWN: Rare insights into the Gill Evans and Miles Davis collaboration. VINTAGE: Over thirty years old and increasingly scarce in fine state. ORIGINAL/FACSIMILE: Original EXTRA: Comprehensive index included ISBN: 9780304343102 Features: In-depth profiles of legendary musical architects. Format: Softcover (Paperback) Country of Origin: United Kingdom, London Level: Intermediate to Professional INSTRUMENT: Multi-instrument orchestration Edition: First Edition Book Title: Arranging the Score: Portraits of the Great Arrangers ENSEMBLE: Big Band and Jazz Orchestra

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Delving into the unseen architecture of legendary melodies, this narrative offers a backstage pass to the minds who crafted the golden age of American soundscapes. Readers encounter the masterful architects behind iconic film themes and big band harmonies through intimate conversations and technical breakdowns. It explores how these unsung heroes transformed simple lead sheets into complex tapestries of brass, strings, and rhythm. The text balances academic rigor with personal anecdotes, providing a rare glimpse into the creative pressures and technical triumphs of industry icons. Musicians and fans will appreciate the deep dive into orchestration techniques that defined mid-century popular culture. By focusing on the structural brilliance of the ensemble rather than just the soloist, the author elevates the craft of musical construction to its rightful place alongside composition. This work serves as an essential bridge between classical theory and the vibrant energy of the recording studio, making it a treasure for any serious listener. Keys: orchestration, jazz, big band, schirmer, gene lees, conductors, songwriting, harmony, musicianship, discography, cinema, woodwinds, brass, percussion, charts, transcriptions

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