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Patricia Brennan: MAGIC SQUARE – Composition by numbers
Patricia Brennan discusses her work "Magic Square" and her approach to composition by numbers.
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Frank Carlberg: Some Harmonic Strategies In (Jazz) Composition
Frank Carlberg discusses techniques he uses to open up harmonic possibilities for new works with a particular focus on triads, tetrachods, and other harmonic devices.
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David Caffey: The Jazz Soli: The Arranger’s Solo
David Caffey frames some techniques he uses in soli writing along with giving examples and explaining his decision making process and the origin for the techniques he uses.
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Tatiana “LadyMay” Mayfield: Breaking Personal Boundaries & Being a First
Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield talks reflects on her experiences going back to school as a working musician including the implications around the COVID pandemic, her…
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Rufus Reid: Preparation Is Key To Success! My WDR Big Band Experience
Rufus Reid reflects on preparation in his latest endeavor with the WDR Big Band and his advice for other writers in this arena.
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Jason Palmer: Getting a Foot in the Door of the House of Composition
Jason Palmer reflects on his path to developing his craft as a jazz composer, how it interfaces with improvisation, and some practicalities of performing…
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