Ryan Truesdell reflects on some words from Jim McNeely, his current project, and advice for composers – should you write for big band?
Anthony Branker: Finding the Inspiration to Compose
Anthony Branker discusses some approaches to composition when you’re looking for inspiration including how Copland’s approach, physicality, theory, and the world around us.
Erica Seguine: The Power of Patience as a Composer, the Importance of Discernment and Trust, and the Gift of Perspective
Erica Seguine discusses the power of patience as a composer, the importance of discernment and trust, and the gift of perspective
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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 original music.
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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.