Arranging Songs

Arranging Songs

Author: Rikky Rooksby

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780879308964

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Offers advice for aspiring songwriters and artists on how to transform a song into a musical arrangement for either a single instrument or a group.


A Cappella Arranging 2.0

A Cappella Arranging 2.0

Author: Deke Sharon

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2024-06-03

Total Pages: 447

ISBN-13: 1538172674

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In this highly anticipated sequel to A Cappella Arranging, Deke Sharon and Dylan Bell provide even more tools and insights to help musicians master the craft of a cappella arranging—including new creative principles and theoretical techniques to expand the palate, as well as arranging in various musical genres spanning several decades of music. Since the publication of the original book in 2012, a cappella as a genre has grown enormously. Using conversational yet instructive tone, A Cappella Arranging 2.0: The Next Level picks up where the previous book left off, helping people deepen their a cappella arranging skills. In four parts, the book addresses a variety of topics including: The creative process An advanced understanding of vocal ranges Counterpoint and polyphony Harmonic concepts and techniques Arranging for the studio Live looping arrangements Instrumental idioms Arranging in different styles, including world styles Medleys and mashups This is the perfect resource for taking your a cappella arrangements to the next level.


How to Write Songs on Guitar

How to Write Songs on Guitar

Author: Rikky Rooksby

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9780879306113

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Explains how to create songs to be played on guitar, including advice on such basics of songwriting as structure, rhythm, melody, and lyrics.


Music Arranging and Orchestration

Music Arranging and Orchestration

Author: John Cacavas

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9781457493775

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Orchestrating is a highly complex technique and to many, even those with academic training, a mystery fraught with a labyrinth of hazards. What is required, along with innate talent and general musicality, is the practical "know how." This is hard to achieve without actual professional experience and contact with "live" orchestras. To this end, John Cacavas contributes his extensive experience and ability with a practical approach to the practical problems of orchestrating. It is in this context most orchestrators must function, and to whom this book should be of benefit. The author has been a "musical activist" in all the varied aspects of instrumental combination from the "classical" to the "contemporary," and in the diverse application of his skills in all the media that utilize music and "orchestrations."


The Transcriber's Art

The Transcriber's Art

Author: Richard Yates

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2012-03-02

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1619111500

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A collection of articles and music transcribed for solo classical guitar gathered from ten years of the popular series in the journal Soundboard. Each of the music scores is accompanied by an article describing the process of transcription for the guitar, the history of the music and composer, and performance suggestions. All pieces are fully fingered and suitable for intermediate to advanced players.


Instrumental Jazz Arranging

Instrumental Jazz Arranging

Author: Mike Tomaro

Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13: 9781423452744

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(Instructional). Instrumental Jazz Arranging consists of a systematic presentation of the essential techniques and materials of jazz arranging. Authors Mike Tomaro and John Wilson draw upon 50+ years of combined teaching experience to bring you a book that addresses all of the basic needs for beginning arrangers. Topics include counterpoint/linear writing, jazz harmony, compositional techniques, and orchestration. All topics serve to address issues concerned with true arranging in great detail. The book may be used in both individual and classroom instructional situations. The accompanying CDs 170 tracks in all! include many of the examples in the book, plus templates for assignments formatted for Finale .


Arranging Gershwin

Arranging Gershwin

Author: Ryan Raul Bañagale

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 233

ISBN-13: 0199978379

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In Arranging Gershwin, author Ryan Bañagale approaches George Gershwin's iconic piece Rhapsody in Blue not as a composition but as an arrangement -- a status it has in many ways held since its inception in 1924, yet one unconsidered until now. Shifting emphasis away from the notion of the Rhapsody as a static work by a single composer, Bañagale posits a broad vision of the piece that acknowledges the efforts of a variety of collaborators who shaped the Rhapsody as we know it today. Arranging Gershwin sheds new light on familiar musicians such as Leonard Bernstein and Duke Ellington, introduces lesser-known figures such as Ferde Grofé and Larry Adler, and remaps the terrain of this emblematic piece of American music. At the same time, it expands on existing approaches to the study of arrangements -- an emerging and insightful realm of American music studies -- as well as challenges existing and entrenched definitions of composer and composition. Based on a host of newly discovered manuscripts, the book significantly alters existing historical and cultural conceptions of the Rhapsody. With additional forays into visual media, including the commercial advertising of United Airlines and Woody Allen's Manhattan, it moreover exemplifies how arrangements have contributed not only to the iconicity of Gershwin and Rhapsody in Blue, but also to music-making in America -- its people, their pursuits, and their processes.


Concepts: Arranging for Fingerstyle Guitar

Concepts: Arranging for Fingerstyle Guitar

Author: Howard Morgen

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9781457495984

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Beginning with an explanation of how a bass line defines the harmonic scheme, this edition leads the player through dozens of fingerstyle arrangements. Titles: * Laura * Green Dolphin Street * The Shadow of Your Smile * Stompin' at the Savoy * Just Friends * Don't Blame Me * Nobody Does It Better


Sounds and Scores

Sounds and Scores

Author: Henry Mancini

Publisher: Warner Bros. Publications

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 9780898986679

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A practical guide to professional orchestration featuring recorded musical examples performed by Henry Mancini. Included in the book are sections on the woodwinds, brass, the rhythm section and the string section. A recording is included to follow along with the printed scores.


Complete Fingerstyle Guitar Method

Complete Fingerstyle Guitar Method

Author: Patrick Johnson

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2005-04

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780739036747

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" ... Starting with a thorough review of reading standard music notation and basic music theory, the skills for becoming a fingerstyle guitar arranger are built from the ground up ..."--Back cover.