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Examining Middle Eastern Influences On Jazz In The 1950s And 1960s, Sopon Suwannakit
Examining Middle Eastern Influences On Jazz In The 1950s And 1960s, Sopon Suwannakit
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During the 1950s and 1960s, amidst the backdrop of the Cold War, the influences of Middle Eastern music on jazz became more pronounced. In a strategic move, the U.S. State Department dispatched jazz musicians to the Middle East to promote the genre. This initiative inadvertently led these ambassadors of jazz to bring back and incorporate Middle Eastern musical elements into their craft. Today, the echoes of the Middle East are prominently heard in jazz, evident in melodic structures, rhythms, instruments, and beyond. Yet, despite its profound impact, the Middle Eastern music influence remains underacknowledged in jazz circles. This research delves …
Establishing Guidelines For Achieving Optimal Individual Posture In Hornists, Daniel Alan Nebel
Establishing Guidelines For Achieving Optimal Individual Posture In Hornists, Daniel Alan Nebel
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Potentially debilitating performance-related pain (PRP) is common among professional and aspiring instrumentalists, can lead to significant loss of income, and sometimes end a career. Postural misalignments that lead to PRP can develop early in students’ training and is often successfully addressed by a music teacher recommending a change in technique. The nature of a musician’s PRP is dependent on how their instrument is held; there has never been an in-depth study of PRP specifically for hornists. This dissertation summarizes the current relevant research of PRP in musicians and hornists, conducts and analyzes a comprehensive hornist-specific health survey, seeks to identify …
Gendered Singing Training: A Comparison Of Estelle Liebling And Richard Miller’S Strategies For Teaching Across Fach., Kristi Muzzio
Gendered Singing Training: A Comparison Of Estelle Liebling And Richard Miller’S Strategies For Teaching Across Fach., Kristi Muzzio
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In the classical singing field, vocal Fach is an important part of a singer’s identity. Fach classification is initially assigned by gender and further separated within each gender based on characteristics of sound and appearance. There is significant debate over the similarity of techniques used to teach each Fach. Discussion among singers and the prevalence of publications related to training one specific voice type suggests that there are notable differences in technique across Fach, and by extension, gender. This research compares Richard Miller’s books on soprano, tenor, and baritone voice training with Estelle Liebling’s courses for soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, and …
Diversifying Piano Pedagogy: A Comparative Study Of Brazilian Piano Works And Established Piano Methods, Helber Fernandes Ribeiro
Diversifying Piano Pedagogy: A Comparative Study Of Brazilian Piano Works And Established Piano Methods, Helber Fernandes Ribeiro
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Effectively teaching piano is a highly intricate task due to the diverse backgrounds, personalities, and learning approaches students might possess. Nonetheless, their learning process could be enhanced through the implementation of a diverse and adaptable pedagogical plan that caters to the specific goals and needs of each student. In light of this, the purpose of this study was to contribute to the existing body of pedagogical piano literature by offering supplementary resources to piano teachers. Therefore, this research aimed to assist piano teachers in navigating the unique characteristics of each student. This objective was accomplished by means of a thorough …
An Analysis And Performance Guide Of Three New Works For Clarinet And Saxophone Duo, Aaron Patrick Burr
An Analysis And Performance Guide Of Three New Works For Clarinet And Saxophone Duo, Aaron Patrick Burr
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The clarinet and saxophone duo has become one of the standard chamber ensembles available to both instruments. However, there has been a lack of scholarship surrounding this ensemble and its music. This dissertation seeks to bring awareness to the duo and its music through providing an analysis and performance guide of three new works commissioned by Duo Velox. The first piece, Shots Fired by Caleb Westby is written for B-flat clarinet, tenor saxophone, and electronic playback. Shots Fired derives much of its thematic material from a post-tonal version of a theme from the Columbine Alma Mater by Frank Ticheli. The …
Synthesizing Eastern And Western Musical Idioms In The Context Of The Piano Concertos With The Traditional Chinese Orchestra: An Analytical Study Of Selected Works, With Performance Considerations, Shuang Zhang
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Embarking on a melodic journey that intertwines the elegance of Western piano and the profound resonance of the traditional Chinese orchestra, this dissertation illuminates the intricate musical tapestry crafted by Chinese composers in the domain of piano concertos. Starting with Wen-yeh Chiang’s Piano Concerto, Op. 16, in 1936 and spanning the remarkable growth to an estimated 160 piano concerti by 2021, a particular subset of this extensive repertoire stands out. This subset consists of 16 concertos for piano and traditional Chinese orchestra, showcasing a captivating fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements. This research emphasizes the harmonious melding of Eastern …
Pedagogical Approaches To Polytempor- Ality And Form Process In György Ligeti’S Études Pour Piano, Premier Livre, Dielan Wu
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The first book of Études pour piano is the only cycle considered by the composer György Ligeti (1923–2006) among his eighteen piano études. The formal classification of the cycle, the six études fail to fit in the term of classical form due to its highly conceptual nature. According to Ligeti’s description on temporal concept in his études, an examination of the temporal issues is in need to decode the complex rhythmic structures from the perceptual perspective. Through the examination of the temporal organization, the Études is a compilation of in non-directed linear processes, and each étude is a self-containment via …
Davidsbündler: Robert Schumann, Theodor Kirchner, And An Intimate Musical World, Dandan Liu Powell
Davidsbündler: Robert Schumann, Theodor Kirchner, And An Intimate Musical World, Dandan Liu Powell
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Theodor Kirchner is an accomplished Romantic composer in the nineteenth century. He wrote over one thousand piano pieces, and most of them have a strong influence by his mentor Robert Schumann. However, little attention has been paid to his musical works. His piano works either disappeared or are not prevalent outside of the German-speaking world. The study of Kirchner and the relationship between Robert and Kirchner’s music is not sufficient. Clara Schumann, as the wife of Robert Schumann and the lover of Theodor Kirchner also inspired both composers’ music works. Therefore, this dissertation will focus on introducing Theodor Kirchner and …
Dan Forrest’S The Breath Of Life: A Podium Guide With A Study Of The Compositional Techniques And The Integration Of Texts Used To Mirror The Emotional Arc Of The Human Life Cycle, Brian Keith Dukeshier
Dan Forrest’S The Breath Of Life: A Podium Guide With A Study Of The Compositional Techniques And The Integration Of Texts Used To Mirror The Emotional Arc Of The Human Life Cycle, Brian Keith Dukeshier
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Dan Forrest’s the breath of life is a contemporary composition the author believes will be performed numerous times in future years after the extensive physical and emotional effect the pandemic had on the world. Although composed prior to the pandemic, the breath of life could bring comfort and a salve to the hurt and pain of humankind caused by the pandemic but will also affect the emotional state of loss for years to come for all humanity. This work exhibits Forrest’s use of acousmatic electronics with choir and orchestra. Biblical texts as well as poetry written by three poets from …
Bangkokscape: An Original Composition For Ensemble, Attakorn Sookjaeng
Bangkokscape: An Original Composition For Ensemble, Attakorn Sookjaeng
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Bangkokscape is a piece in three movements for an ensemble comprising flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, alto saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, piano, percussion, and double bass. The composition aims to suggest sceneries and senses of the capitol city of Thailand, Bangkok, inspired by the composer’s personal experience. The movements are titled: “Sacred” “Acronychal,” and “Awakening,” respectively. My compositional approach is the result of an exploration of the influence of Japanese aesthetics in contemporary classical music and elements of Thai traditional music. The concept of ma—a silent space, Buddhism, the influence of nature and culture, pentatonic collections, and polyphonic stratification are …
Luciano Berio’S Six Encores Pour Piano: A Guide For Performance Preparation, Ivana Muncan
Luciano Berio’S Six Encores Pour Piano: A Guide For Performance Preparation, Ivana Muncan
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The purpose of this research is to provide strategies that can be used to prepare Luciano Berio’s Six Encores pour piano for performance. Each Encore is concisely analyzed with respect to five musical elements: sound (timbre, dynamics, texture), harmony, melody, time (tempo, meter, rhythm), and structure. From observations made during analysis, notable learning challenges are isolated, and learning strategies are devised to target the elements that pose significant challenges. Utilizing secondary sources, specific analytical procedures and technical exercises are crafted to aid the performer in expediting their mastery of the Encores. This document will be a valuable reference work for …
Swimming In The Third Stream: A Performance Guide For David Baker’S Singers Of Songs/Weavers Of Dreams For Cello And Percussion, Kelsey Linnea Smith
Swimming In The Third Stream: A Performance Guide For David Baker’S Singers Of Songs/Weavers Of Dreams For Cello And Percussion, Kelsey Linnea Smith
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David Baker was an American composer, performer, and pedagogue who wrote over 2000 works during the course of his career. Baker’s output spans a wide variety of genres and styles, including compositions for jazz band, symphony orchestra, choir, and various chamber ensembles. Using elements from his background in both jazz and classical music, Baker’s musical language is one that creates a true synthesis of styles, especially when writing in a third stream context. Additionally, Baker was inspired by African American figures from his past, and often wrote music honoring those who came before him. In this way, Baker adds his …
An Examination Of Musical Pitch/Color Correspondence In Music, Arts, And Non-Arts Students And Adults, Luciano Silvestri Jr.
An Examination Of Musical Pitch/Color Correspondence In Music, Arts, And Non-Arts Students And Adults, Luciano Silvestri Jr.
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Chromesthesia is the involuntary combination of a visual color response to a musical stimulus. Previous research has associated the presence of absolute pitch with color responses to musical pitch; however, recent studies indicated that color associations were also made amongst those who did not possess absolute pitch. Eighty-four participants to various extent and of varying ages representing backgrounds in music and in arts (as well as those with neither background) took part in a series of experiments to determine if a color/music pitch connection was prevalent in their responses. Additionally, participants were tested individually regarding the presence of consistent visual …
Chamber Music In The Dominican Republic: New Arrangements For Ensemble With Piano, Laura Gisselle Pimentel Ferreira
Chamber Music In The Dominican Republic: New Arrangements For Ensemble With Piano, Laura Gisselle Pimentel Ferreira
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Although the catalogue of instrumental works written by Dominican composers during the 20th century includes a large number of pieces for ensemble, the repertoire dedicated to piano chamber music is comparatively scarce. While it is possible to find duets, especially for piano and violin, flute, or sometimes cello, the role of the piano is secondary, mostly for accompaniment, instead of having its own voice. The number of works written for an ensemble comprised of piano and at least two more players is almost non-existent. The lack of attention to this type of composition makes it practically impossible for a pianist …
Considerations And Pedagogical Approaches For Transitioning From Soprano To Mezzo-Soprano, Caitlin Hammon Moore
Considerations And Pedagogical Approaches For Transitioning From Soprano To Mezzo-Soprano, Caitlin Hammon Moore
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Within the operatic and classical music realms, Fach is an identifier based on voice classification, as well as non-vocal factors such as acting style and physical appearance. For singers, stating one’s Fach is a way to advertise oneself for suitable operatic roles and concert solos. However, not all singers fit perfectly into a Fach, and some choose to switch between Fach categories over the course of their careers. Although such choices require careful consideration with the potential to impact a career, many have found success after transitioning to a lower Fach. While several studies have investigated singers transitioning to higher …
“Ici On Chante En Français”: Giving A Voice To Cajun Culture, Tessa Espinosa
“Ici On Chante En Français”: Giving A Voice To Cajun Culture, Tessa Espinosa
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“Ici on parle Français” (“French is spoken here”) is a popular adage in South Louisiana and can be seen on signage and T-shirts in mom-and-pop stores throughout the heart of Cajun territory. This phrase reflects cultural pride and tenacity in a small but hearty group of people whose identity was nearly stripped away. Musical settings of Cajun French verse constituted a vital part of this culture. Why is this music important? It exists as historical preservation, a means to explore roots in a time when so many are rootless. These songs have been passed down through oral history for generations. …
An Analysis And Performance Guide Of Olivier Messiaen’S Chants De Terre Et De Ciel, Joseph William Mcallister
An Analysis And Performance Guide Of Olivier Messiaen’S Chants De Terre Et De Ciel, Joseph William Mcallister
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This dissertation presents an analysis of musical elements in Olivier Messiaen’s Chants de terre et de ciel in order to facilitate performance preparation of the work. To begin, general information about Messiaen’s religious and musical upbringing is introduced, as well as relevant details of his marriage to Claire Delbos and the birth of their son, Pascal. This is followed by a discussion of the poems which Messiaen set in the Chants and their surrealistic aspects. The musical analysis begins with an examination of Messiaen’s compositional techniques as outlined in Technique de mon langage musical, followed by discussions of those elements …
Blue: A Stylistic Analysis Of Blue Mitchell, David Michael Moore
Blue: A Stylistic Analysis Of Blue Mitchell, David Michael Moore
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This study examined ten transcriptions of improvised solos by trumpeter Blue Mitchell. Mitchell was a prominent performer in the hard bop style known for his tenure with the Horace Silver Quintet. The transcriptions were selected from recordings produced between 1958 and 1977. These pieces include “Sir John,” “Peace,” “Strollin’,” “Why Do I Love You?,” “Chick’s Tune,” “Gingerbread Boy,” “I Love You,” “Quiet Riot,” “Silver Blue,” and “OW!” The chosen transcriptions were analyzed and compared for common melodic devices such as motivic development, use of sequence, blues language, bebop language, and melodic quotes from other songs, which are all common elements …
The Ballybriar Heist: An Original Composition And The Incorporation Of Folk Music And Tintinnabuli Influences, Conor Darling Mulroy
The Ballybriar Heist: An Original Composition And The Incorporation Of Folk Music And Tintinnabuli Influences, Conor Darling Mulroy
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The Ballybriar Heist is a thirty-eight minute five-movement piece for symphony orchestra. It is based on a condensed version of the short story “The Ballybriar Heist.” The music draws influence from a variety of sources. Through analyzing folk music and seeing its influence in concert hall compositions throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, one sees how these folk traditions evolved and were incorporated into concert hall music. Composers collected and transcribed folk music, giving them new ways to approach composition. Examining the music and performance practice of traditional Irish music shows how these traditions and performances influenced composers’ writing as …
Relationships Between Working Class, First Generation College Students And Their Parent(S)/Guardian(S): A Phenomenological Study On The Impacts Of Middle Class Socialization, Lindsay Ellen Mason
Relationships Between Working Class, First Generation College Students And Their Parent(S)/Guardian(S): A Phenomenological Study On The Impacts Of Middle Class Socialization, Lindsay Ellen Mason
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This constructionist phenomenological dissertation study explored stories from nine working class, first generation college students, specifically how middle class socialization on a four year university campus located in the Mountain West region of the United States impacts the relationships with their parent(s)/guardian(s). My primary research question was: How does attending college at a 4 year public university influence first generation, working class students’ relationships with the ir parent(s)/guardian(s)? My sub research questions were: What role does middle class socialization that occurs on a 4 year public university campus play in impacting this relationship? And what role does online learning/remote learning …
The Haitian Méringue Through Stylized Piano Compositions From 1880-1930, William Leroy Harned
The Haitian Méringue Through Stylized Piano Compositions From 1880-1930, William Leroy Harned
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This study primarily describes the Haitian méringue from a historical analysis and a collective musical analysis of digital editions published from 2016 to 2020 that include previously unavailable piano compositions from Haiti’s first composers. Secondarily, this study clarifies the performance practice of innovative rhythmic notations from Haiti and Puerto Rico to indicate a relaxed syncopation of the tresillo-based five-beat syncopated rhythm. The history of the development of the méringue involves the creolization of mainly European and African dances. Comparison with compositions of origin dances reveals common structures between them. The European salon style inspired these Haitian compositions that resemble Romantic …
Influences Of Chinese Cultural Traditions On Piano Music By Chinese Composers: Analytical Study Of Representative Piano Works Through 1980, With Pedagogical And Performance Considerations, Zhipeng Li
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Since the Western piano music culture entered China, Chinese musicians have never stopped exploring the piano. The piano compositions grew up with the new China and have been influenced by different historical periods, from the earliest imitation of Western music structure and harmony, to the later incorporation of Chinese folk music, and finally to the bold fusion of Chinese and Western composition techniques into a Chinese style piano music. The development of Chinese piano music has been recognized by the world in the last one hundred years. More and more musicians are interested in Chinese piano works. Understanding Chinese piano …
Prominent Women Wind Conductors In Higher Education: Trials, Triumphs, And Recommendations For Improving Gender Equity In The Field, Jennifer Lee Grice
Prominent Women Wind Conductors In Higher Education: Trials, Triumphs, And Recommendations For Improving Gender Equity In The Field, Jennifer Lee Grice
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This study investigated the past and present status of gender equity in the wind band conducting profession in higher education. Eight of the most prominent women in wind band conducting were interviewed on specific questions regarding their trials, triumphs, and recommendations for upcoming women conductors in the field. Interviewees included Andrea Brown, Paula Crider, Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin, Emily Moss, Catherine Rand, Courtney Snyder, Emily Threinen, and LaToya Webb. Discussion topics included personal musical journeys, role models/mentors, equity in the profession, challenges faced in their careers, personal score study/rehearsal techniques, how to help future women in the field, and other pertinent information. …
Comprimario Tenor Repertoire: An Alternative Approach To Teaching The Developing Operatic Tenor, Stewart Cramer
Comprimario Tenor Repertoire: An Alternative Approach To Teaching The Developing Operatic Tenor, Stewart Cramer
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Not every tenor is destined to sing romantic leading roles. Fortunately, the expansive body of secondary tenor repertoire is just as exciting. Not only are these roles a possible avenue for a successful career, they also offer a wealth of technical resources for young, developing tenors and their teachers. When diving into the wide-ranging and diverse world of the comprimario tenor, there are more than just Parpignols and Armoured Men; there are Frantzes, Witches, and Hylases. Each character demands unique technical, musical, emotional, and acting skills. This paper examines the pedagogical relevance of the comprimario tenor repertoire in the voice …
The Lullaby As Art Song: Engaging Repertoire For Study And Performance, Carissa Scroggins
The Lullaby As Art Song: Engaging Repertoire For Study And Performance, Carissa Scroggins
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When selecting repertoire, teachers of singing do not often turn to lullabies. The consensus is they are too simple in melody, texture, and harmony to warrant attention. However, this commonly held view should be reconsidered because lullabies can offer dramatic text settings. Lullabies can be divided into two categories: those for practical use and those for performance. The latter are composed as art songs written from many perspectives. They can be nationalistic, violent, frustrated, funny, and can use sleep as a metaphor for the release of death. This wealth of subject matter and variety of styles and skill levels found …
Romantic Undertones In Revolutionary France: The Case For Tarare As Spark For The Revolution, Sean Robert Stephenson
Romantic Undertones In Revolutionary France: The Case For Tarare As Spark For The Revolution, Sean Robert Stephenson
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Music is almost never cited among the causes of the French Revolution. Other arts are occasionally mentioned, such as painting and poetry, as are more obvious disciplines including philosophy and literature, which could directly disseminate the ideals of the Enlightenment. Despite this, music is only referenced insofar as how it was impacted by the Revolution, rather than how it may have played a part in the development of revolutionary sentiment. The purpose of this dissertation is to make a case for music as a cultural cause for the French Revolution by analyzing a relatively unknown opera, Tarare, by composer Antonio …
Pride And Prejudice, An Operatic Work For Ensemble Based On Jane Austen’S Novel, With Comparisons To Mozart’S Ensemble Opera Works, Sondheim’S Ensemble Musicals, And Mark Adamo’S Little Women, Arlene Brenda Siagian
Pride And Prejudice, An Operatic Work For Ensemble Based On Jane Austen’S Novel, With Comparisons To Mozart’S Ensemble Opera Works, Sondheim’S Ensemble Musicals, And Mark Adamo’S Little Women, Arlene Brenda Siagian
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Pride and Prejudice is an original composition. It adapts the storyline and various characters from Jane’s Austen’s novel, Pride and Prejudice, into an operatic ensemble work for the stage and theatre. The project is the result of an exploration into the characteristics and qualities of an ensemble opera, a work that derives its synergy from the interactions and collaborative efforts of memorable and varied performers. In an operatic setting, when a performer is immersed in the portrayal of a character, that nature is amplified when communicating with another role just as intentional and skillful. The sense of personality and singleness …
A Study In Effective Teaching Methods For Jazz Voice Technique In Higher Education, Jenna Mclean
A Study In Effective Teaching Methods For Jazz Voice Technique In Higher Education, Jenna Mclean
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Academic study of jazz vocal styles is quickly becoming more commonplace and widely accepted at universities worldwide. Because this is a relatively new field as compared to Western classical styles, there are fewer educators who have substantial knowledge of vocal pedagogy specifically as it relates to jazz and Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM), resulting in a wide range of teaching approaches. Furthermore, many jazz voice teachers are tasked with the responsibility of educating students in improvisation, theory, arranging, and style in addition to their responsibility to teach technique. This dissertation defines necessary elements of vocal technique in jazz and evaluates the …
Life And Legacy Of Luis Gianneo: A Comprehensive Study Of His Compositions For Violin, Maria Belen Hernandez
Life And Legacy Of Luis Gianneo: A Comprehensive Study Of His Compositions For Violin, Maria Belen Hernandez
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The purpose of this research is to promote the complete works of composer Luis Gianneo (1897–1968) through the analysis of his pieces for violin, including the Aymara Violin Concerto, the Sonata for Violin and Piano, Cinco Piezas for violin and piano, and Tres Piezas for violin solo. These pieces represent the wide variety of the styles and compositional techniques that Gianneo explored during his lifetime. In his violin concerto and works for violin and piano, Gianneo cultivated Argentine nationalism as well as European influences such as Neoclassicism. Later in his life, in Tres Piezas for violin solo, he experimented with …
Three In One: The Style, Structure, And Sound Of Thad Jones As A Jazz Trumpeter, Shawn Edward Williams
Three In One: The Style, Structure, And Sound Of Thad Jones As A Jazz Trumpeter, Shawn Edward Williams
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Thad Jones’s role as a big-band composer, arranger and leader of the famed Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra formed the basis for his international reputation in the jazz world. However, it can be demonstrated that Jones’s improvisational style as a jazz trumpet soloist directly informed his composition and arranging style. Long before Jones became an active composer and arranger, he spent decades performing as a soloist with various small groups. Jones spent his formative years in Pontiac, Michigan playing with the Arcadia Club Band, a family band formed by his uncle, where he worked alongside his brother Hank Jones. Jones continued …