arrange • compose • conduct
In times of upheaval, I lean on touchstones–works of art that have shaped me and the continue to be sources of inspiration, influence, and solace. It might be rereading a favorite novel, a cherished poem, a movie, or (especially often) a favorite album with a good pair of headphones. How […]
I’ve been brainstorming about musical projects to keep me occupied during social distancing. I’ll be rolling out several in the coming days, and here’s the first. Arranging Pen Pals A long time ago I heard a story I loved about two arranger friends on a flight home from an IAJE […]
When you’re preparing concert programs, what information should you include? There are four tiers of detail you can consider including. Tier One – Title Only The Surrey With The Fringe On Top Tier Two – Title and Composer The Surrey With The Fringe On Top…………..Richard Rodgers (this is incredibly common) […]