Ben Monder Compositions, Volume II

Ben Monder Compositions, Volume II
Author: Ben Monder
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 149
Release: 2016-01-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619115638

This book serves as a follow-up to Ben Monder Compositions, with an emphasis on the compositions found on the 2013 recording, Hydra, as well as some older pieces that didn't make it into the first book. They are scored for solo guitar, guitar trio, guitar and voice duo, and quartet with one or multiple voices. The majority of the works are through-composed and reflect the exploration of various harmonic, technical, and textural elements of the guitar. These pieces will present an array of challenges to the performer, including unusual techniques and alternate tunings

Kurt Rosenwinkel - Star of Jupiter

Kurt Rosenwinkel - Star of Jupiter
Author: Kurt Rosenwinkel
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 105
Release: 2019-11-06
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619119625

This book includes Denin Koch’s transcriptions of solo improvisations from Kurt Rosenwinkel’s 2012 album, Star of Jupiter. Koch provides insight into Rosenwinkel’s techniques and concepts, giving the player perspective on the artist’s signature improvisational approach. Each solo is presented in standard notation and guitar tablature with chord symbols matching Rosenwinkel’s original lead sheets and a one-page discussion of the solo’s notable features and techniques. The tablature represents the most logical fingering for each phrase based on articulation, tone, and what comes before and after it.

Ben Monder Compositions

Ben Monder Compositions
Author: Ben Monder
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2010-10-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 160974683X

This book of twenty compositions spans an approximately 20-year period of writing. They can all be found on one or another of Ben's four solo releases: Flux, Dust, Excavation, and Oceana. It reflects a broad sample of work involving the exploration of various harmonic, technical, and textural elements of the guitar. There are 6 solo pieces, as well as pieces for trio and quartet, with voice being the 4th instrument. the pieces were chosen for the particular technical challenges they present to the performer. Some unusual fingering techniques are employed, as well as alternate tunings. Standard notation only.

Twelve-Tone Improvisation

Twelve-Tone Improvisation
Author: John O'Gallagher
Publisher: advance music
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2021-04-21
Genre: Music
ISBN: 3954811006

A novel approach to jazz improvisation with 12 tones by the saxophonist John O ́Gallagher. The author is an active member of the New York avant-garde scene and a popular workshop lecturer. His new method combines jazz harmonies and twelve-note melodies into an exciting new tonal language. The edition is completed by numerous exercises for all instruments.

Lionel Loueke Original Compositions

Lionel Loueke Original Compositions
Author: Lionel Loueke
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 73
Release: 2012-12-17
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619113546

Lionel Loueke's signature is one of limitless rhythmic invention. He has established a unique identity born of the synthesis between West African and Brazilian musicwithin the modern jazz idiom. In his compositions, these influences fuse together, creating evocative African textures spliced with a guitar sound that channels the phrasing of a kora. When combined with his voice, Loueke's unique sound transports the listener even further. This book contains 21 original compositions and 5 solo transcriptions which give the reader insight into the compositional language of guitarist-vocalist Lionel Loueke

Kurt Rosenwinkel Compositions

Kurt Rosenwinkel Compositions
Author: Kurt Rosenwinkel
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2010-10-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609746066

Jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel has been pushing the jazz envelope for more than a decade and is recognized as one of today's premier soloists and composers. This book showcases solo transcriptions of Kurt's critically acclaimed album Deep Song as well as lead sheets for many of Kurt's personal favorite tunes presented in standard notation and tablature. the book is personalized with photos of Kurt's tours and recording sessions and is a valuable collection of modern jazz guitar.

Three-note Voicings and Beyond

Three-note Voicings and Beyond
Author: Randy Vincent
Publisher:
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2011-01-11
Genre: Guitar
ISBN: 9781883217662

This book provides discussion and exercises for the use of three-note voicings in jazz guitar. The book also includes some four and five-note voicings. Includes chapters on shell voicings, walking guitar, triad pairs, quartal and secundal harmony, and more. With an introduction.

Melodic Improvising for Guitar

Melodic Improvising for Guitar
Author: Bruce Saunders
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2015-10-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610651383

"Melodic Improvising" is a systematic, detailed method to help the intermediate to advanced guitarist create melodies over harmony. Using techniques developed through his 15 years of teaching improvisation at the world-renowned Berklee College of Music, Bruce Saunders' book teaches guitarists the same techniques used by pianists and brass and woodwind players to create melodic solos; a necessary book for any guitarist wishing to play outside the box.

CMJ New Music Report

CMJ New Music Report
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1997-11-10
Genre:
ISBN:

CMJ New Music Report is the primary source for exclusive charts of non-commercial and college radio airplay and independent and trend-forward retail sales. CMJ's trade publication, compiles playlists for college and non-commercial stations; often a prelude to larger success.