Write Every Permutation
Want to know what to write?
Arranging
Most Likely Changes
When I’m teaching “off the shelf” arrangements, these are the three things I’m most likely to, um, adjust.
Reapplying Dominant Chords
V-I isn’t the only option.
Repetition As An Accelerant
I wrote 49 rhythm section arrangements in the last 10 days.
No Longer Acceptable
The good disappointment: what was once as good as I could do is now no longer acceptable.
Hear My Questions
It doesn’t need to be my voice. But practice hearing my questions in your head.
Arranging Template
Plan your arrangements on one page – before you write a note.
A Tale of Two Arts
Is good design becoming more essential or less? Let’s compare graphic design and music notation.
Common First Time Notation Mistakes
When I’m teaching a young arranger or composer, these are some of the most likely mistakes they’re likely to make.
Featured Piece: Fly Me To The Moon
Today’s featured piece: Fly Me To The Moon (Bart Howard)