This complete text is so comprehensive, that it will become a valued and much used reference for any arranging library. The characteristics and ranges of each instrument in the stage band are covered in detail. A summary of harmony necessary for arranging is included. Covers the rhythmic and melodic aspects of writing and their effect on various musical styles, including jazz, Latin, ballads, rock, etc. In addition, there are Harmonization Tables that enable you to put chords to melody.
Many examples accompany the detailed text.
This encyclopedic text includes all tonal and doubled voicings, as well as over 40 pages of concert score examples. Book concludes with a full-length concert sketch. Timely, practical help for the chief music officer. Covers a wide array of subjects that most music directors face in daily music and non-music activity. Music preparation and rehearsal techniques are outside the scope of this book, but many other important jobs of the music director are addressed by Frink's experienced-based discussions.