Bob Mintzer - Jazz Composition and Arranging Masterclass

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Description: In this jazz composition and arranging masterclass, acclaimed saxophonist and composer/arranger Bob Mintzer gives you tips about the composition and arranging process. Bob goes over some techniques and considerations that have aided him in his illustrious career as an in-demand composer, arranger and performer. Bob also breaks down his composition "The Red Sea" (Yellowjackets) and "El Caborojeno" (Big Band) in this lesson. If you're a jazz instrumentalist looking to improve your composition and arranging skills, this video is for you.
Topics Covered: Jazz, Composition, Influences, Voicings, Context, Quartet, Big Band, Arranging, Borrowing, Groove and Tempo, Writing for Certain Players, "The Red Sea", Yellowjackets, "Beyond the Limit", Classical Inspiration, Experimentation, Stravinsky, Piano Skills, Quartal Harmony, Organizing Ideas, Avoiding "Over Composing", Staying Fresh, Elements of a Great Tune, Orchestration, Melody, Rhythm, Repetition, Etc.
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I'm second. This video is awesome! Mintzer is one of my favourite big band arrangers.

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