This four-movement work represents the composer's desire 'to write a piece of real chamber music intimate and conversational in tone drawing the listener into its worlds'. The result he writes 'is a rather inward-looking reflective work not without a capricious aspect but only occasionally raising its voice.'

The 2016 break-up single by Justin Bieber topped the Billboard charts and the video garnered hundreds of millions of views with its spare acoustic arrangement and conversational style vocals.

In The Joy of Six Dworsky adapts African and Afro-Cuban polyrhythms to the Keyboard in a world-beat classical style. At the heart of the book are four beautiful solo pieces designed to teach differentrhythms.Each piece is covered in a separate lesson where it's broken down into bite-sized patterns that start easy and gradually get more difficult designed to lead you step-by-step into the magical world of 6/8time.As you work through the patterns Dworsky will be with you every step of the way anticipating your questions and pointing out whatever will make your journey easier. His clear writing makes rhythmic conceptseasily understandable while his conversational tone creates the feel of private lessons.The CD that comes with the book contains a recording of every pattern and piece making The Joy of Six a completeself-instruction package.

Score-This Piano Quintet written over the summer of 1988 is in three movements - a fast desperate 'Anunciation' a lyrical and conversational 'Atonement' (the heart of the work) and the quick rhythmic and resultant 'Apothesis'.These are not programmatic but imply the general character of each movement.

Jerry Coker's Creative Nudge is an HGH (human growth harmone) for jazz musicians - only legal and void of dangerous side effects. It is an improviser's steroid that stimulates artistic growth by refocusing energy into specific areas of study and practice. Coker speaks candidly to all jazz musicians - from beginners to advanced players - in a manner that is structured, but not pedantic; conversational, yet impassioned. Its 63 pages contain wisdom gleaned by a life dedicated to and enriched by jazz improvisation. -- Steve Crews, master Jazz Pianist and member of the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Quartet I'm all of one chapter into this pamphlet and am blown away by the positive nature of Coker's outlook. I am so glad I bought this and cannot put it down! -- Rick Schrenker, Jamey Aebersold Jazz customer from Massachussetts I love your new book! I just read it and really identified with much of the book - particularly melodies and tunes in my head all day & night. I have also always felt that the pinnacle of playing is not a performance but the practicing. I get a lot more pleasure practicing that I do performing - often because it's my escape into a world all my own and my performances don't compare to what I play at home. I also loved the aesthetics chapter and couldn't agree more. You really brightened up my world! Your teaching guidelines mirror your love of teaching and should be guidelines for all of us! You continue to inspire! -- Rick Simerly, jazz trombonist and Summer Jazz Workshops faculty member Explores the hows, whats, and whys of practice, performance, technique, and musicianship. Sometimes, it only takes a nudge to move your playing to the next level. 6x9 paperback. Why do musicians choose Jazz Improvisation as an outlet for creativity? Why are we creating this music and who are we creating it for? All you need is a little information. Master Jazz Educator Jerry Coker has put together this wonderfully structured text summarizing several important topics regarding Jazz and Jazz Improvisation; giving us all that much needed nudge. Features: Jazz Study Preparation Achieving Maximum Results Vehicle/Tune-Types Instrumental Techniques and Tone Scales and Keyboard Activities Listening and Ear Training Teaching Jazz Repertoire and Much More!

All the songs in The Voice of Desire are conversations between humans and birds. In each case the birds seem to have a more sophisticated viewpoint that their human hearers.One of the highlights is Written OnTerrestrial Things set in a dead landscape at the dead of winter. Suddenly a joyus thrush melody breaks out it's ecstatic expression is completely at odds with human perceptions of such a dismal evening has nature somethingto remind us if only we'd listen. The song cycle was commissioned by the BBC for Alice Coote and first performed by her and Julius Drake (piano) in a BBC Proms Chamber Music concert in London on 11 August 2003.

This compelling book explores the innovative performers of the past three decades who have used synthesizers to create new music that inspired and influenced the masses. The book treats fans to conversations with some of thebiggest electronic hitmakers since the '70s: Chemical Brothers Trent Reznor Aphex Twin and others. Each profile spotlights the artist's most prized electronic gear with a photo historical details and specifications. Includesan essential electronica listening guide and 50 black & white photos. 240 pages 7 3/8″ x 9 1/4″

This four-movement work represents the composer's desire 'to write a piece of real chamber music intimate and conversational in tone drawing the listener into its worlds'. The result he writes 'is a rather inward-looking reflective work not without a capricious aspect but only occasionally raising its voice.'.

Robert Rund contributes a lovely and poignant original verse melody and lyrics to set up this quintessential ballad from Meredith Willson's The Music Man. After the rubato opening stanza Rund's setting of the Willson tune is conversational lyrical and heartfelt. Whether you are an experienced quartet looking for a fresh take on this timeless classic or an intermediate chorus looking for a bit of a challenge with high payoff potential this arrangement is perfect for your library!

Par SCHWARZ OTTO M.. Esprit de l?époque - changements - renouveau - vers de nouveaux rivages. Ce sont des thèmes que nous rencontrons souvent aujourd'hui. Particulièrement maintenant à l'ère de la numérisation, il est important d'être positif face aux changements et d?en tirer avantage. La musique c'est l'émotion ! ? C?est une phrase avec laquelle Otto M. Schwarz commence nombre de ses conversations et c?est exactement ce que vous ressentirez dans cette nouvelle pièce de concert. Rapides et plein d'énergie sont les temps nouveaux - de nouveaux mondes merveilleux et possibilités s'ouvrent. Mais le changement n'est pas seulement bruyant et historique. Le pouvoir créateur du futur réside toujours dans l'ingéniosité de l'individu humain - tranquille, pensif, calme, seul ! Avec 'Good Vibes' (ondes positives) est la meilleure façon de décrire la séquence finale de cette ?uvre. Venez avec nous dans un avenir meilleur, entrons dans une nouvelle ère ! / Date parution : 2023-06-01/ Répertoire / Brass Band

A Conversational Approach to Playing Jazz Saxophone-In this English workbook saxophonists will find everything they want to know about sound technique and improvisation. Drawing upon his many years of experience in the education and training of up-and-coming musicians Martin Jacobsen provides a motivating introduction to the fascinating world of jazz improvisation for moderately advanced saxophonists.

A Polyrhythmic Journey In 6/8 Time. Par DWORSKY ALAN. In The Joy of Six, Dworsky adapts African and Afro-Cuban polyrhythms to the keyboard in a world-beat classical style. At the heart of the book are four beautiful solo pieces designed to teach different rhythms. Each piece is covered in a separate lesson, where it\'s broken down into bite-sized patterns that start easy and gradually get more difficult, designed to lead you step-by-step into the magical world of 6/8 time. As you work through the patterns, Dworsky will be with you every step of the way, anticipating your questions and pointing out whatever will make your journey easier. His clear writing makes rhythmic concepts easily understandable, while his conversational tone creates the feel of private lessons. And the CD that comes with the book contains a recording of every pattern and piece, making The Joy of Six a complete self-instruction package. / Niveau : Intermédiaire à Avancé / World Music - Methods / Méthode / Piano