ATS3899 · Jazz arranging: Contemporary arranging techniques for small groups to large ensembles

Overview

This unit introduces you to jazz arranging styles and methodologies for small and large ensembles. Through listening tasks and score analysis, the unit explores various arranging concepts including form, instrumental range, register, blend, voicing techniques, rhythm-section writing as well as score preparation using notation software. You then apply newly learned skills to the formulation and development of musical works, gaining practical feedback and experience via in-class performance workshops.

Areas of study: Composition and music technology Ethnomusicology and musicology Music performance

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Assessment

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Within semester assessment: 100%

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Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate fundamental understanding of jazz arranging styles and methodologies as informed by historical and contemporary practices;
2. Critically evaluate, analyse and discuss jazz compositions and arrangements from written score and audio media;
3. Apply arranging concepts to the formulation and development of musical works.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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