Contemporary Choral Arranging

Contemporary Choral Arranging
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Publisher : Arthur E. Ostrander, Dana Wilson
Total Pages : 334
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Synopsis Contemporary Choral Arranging by : Arthur E. Ostrander

This book was first published in 1986 by Prentice-Hall Publishers and has been used by thousands of arrangers and students in choral arranging courses. Among its many features, the book: · arranges concepts in a variety of styles to include traditional, sacred, and popular; · emphasize instrumental accompaniment for the choral arrangement, including small ensembles; · adapts to both individual and classroom use as an extension of theory and/or arranging programs; · includes numerous examples and complete arrangements from published literature to illustrate all styles and techniques discussed; · uses a sound pedagogical organization leading logically from the simple to the most sophisticated arranging concepts and techniques.

A Cappella Arranging 2.0

A Cappella Arranging 2.0
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 447
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ISBN-10 : 9781538172674
ISBN-13 : 1538172674
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis A Cappella Arranging 2.0 by : Deke Sharon

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.

Choral Arranging

Choral Arranging
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Publisher : Shawnee Press (TN)
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1423499875
ISBN-13 : 9781423499879
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis Choral Arranging by : Hawley Ades

(Shawnee Press). A unique book that authoritatively discusses how to create effective vocal arrangements and techniques in virtually every major kind of vocal ensemble; sacred, secular and Baroque to jazz. Contains more than 270 illustrated examples, plus an index, study suggestions and a comprehensive bibliography. Hawley Ades had many years experience arranging for choral groups and is particularly known as the long-time arranger for Fred Waring and his Pennslyvanians. As a standard text in the field, Choral Arranging is a must for home or class study and a valued reference source for every music library.

Principles of Choral Arranging

Principles of Choral Arranging
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ISBN-10 : 0578870061
ISBN-13 : 9780578870069
Rating : 4/5 (61 Downloads)

Synopsis Principles of Choral Arranging by : Robert Sterling

A guide for beginner and intermediate choral music arrangers, covering basic harmony, vocal ensembles, putting an arrangement together, steps to publication.

Music Arranging and Orchestration

Music Arranging and Orchestration
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Publisher : Alfred Music
Total Pages : 188
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ISBN-10 : 1457493772
ISBN-13 : 9781457493775
Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis Music Arranging and Orchestration by : John Cacavas

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."

Choral Composition

Choral Composition
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Publisher : Greenwood
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 9780313315886
ISBN-13 : 0313315884
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Choral Composition by : Robert Stephan Hines

This comprehensive handbook details the fundamentals and forms of choral composition and expands upon the coverage and number of topics in Archibald T. Davison's 1945 classic text Choral Composition. Historical trends in choral composition are traced with a special emphasis on the profusion of changes that occurred throughout the twentieth century, particularly since 1950. Early chapters focus on characteristics of voice, notation, text, devices, part writing, a cappella and instrumental accompaniments, and choral forms. Hines goes on to analyze the utilization of soloists and choruses with instrumental chamber ensembles, orchestra, and the role of the chorus in opera, operetta, musicals, and music theater. A final chapter addresses practical concerns: music publication and how the artist can function effectively in that world.

Choral Arranging

Choral Arranging
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Publisher : Delaware Water Gap, Pa. : Shawnee Press
Total Pages : 264
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105042438908
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Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Choral Arranging by : Hawley Ades

A unique book that authoritatively discusses how to create effective vocal arrangements and techniques in virtually every major kind of vocal ensemble; sacred, secular and Baroque to jazz. Contains more than 270 illustrated examples, plus an index, study suggestions and a comprehensive bibliography. Hawley Ades had many years experience arranging for choral groups and is particularly known as the long-time arranger for Fred Waring and his Pennslyvanians. As a standard text in the field, Choral Arranging is a must for home or class study and a valued reference source for every music library.

The Cambridge Companion to Choral Music

The Cambridge Companion to Choral Music
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 359
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ISBN-10 : 9780521111737
ISBN-13 : 0521111730
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cambridge Companion to Choral Music by : André De Quadros

Bringing together perspectives on history, global activity and professional development, this Companion provides a unique overview of choral music.

Choral Music

Choral Music
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 389
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ISBN-10 : 9780415994194
ISBN-13 : 0415994195
Rating : 4/5 (94 Downloads)

Synopsis Choral Music by : Avery T. Sharp

This is an annotated bibliography to books, recordings, videos, and websites on choral music. This book will serve as an excellent tool for librarians, researchers, and scholars in sorting through the massive amount of new material that has appeared since publication of the previous edition.

Choral Arrangements of the African-American Spirituals

Choral Arrangements of the African-American Spirituals
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages : 254
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ISBN-10 : 9780313064920
ISBN-13 : 031306492X
Rating : 4/5 (20 Downloads)

Synopsis Choral Arrangements of the African-American Spirituals by : Patricia J. Trice

Although the choral arrangements of the African-American spirituals constitute the largest group of folk song arrangements in western literature, they have received little scholarly attention. This book provides the needed historical and stylistic information about the spirituals and the arrangements. It traces the history and cultural roots of the genre through its inception and delineates the African and European characteristics common to the original folk songs and arrangements. Ensembles that have perpetuated the growth of the spiritual arrangements—from Fisk Jubilee Singers of the 1870s through those currently active—are chronicled as well. Musicians, choral directors, and scholars will welcome this first complete text on the African-American spiritual genre. Annotated listings of titles provide information choral directors need to make ensemble-appropriate performance choices. Arrangements indexed by title, arranger, and subject complement the accompanying biographies and repertoire information. Well-organized and thoroughly researched, this text is a valuable addition to music, choral, multicultural, and African-American libraries.