Improvising: How to master the art - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0193858819 ISBN 13 : 9780193858817

Editeur : OUP Oxford, 2000

Synopsis

'The plain truth is that all musicians are capable of splendid improvisation.' With this premise, the author, (organist at St Thomas Church, 5th Avenue, New York) leads the student step by step. His language is informal, articulate, and encouraging, and the many lively exercises are clear and clean.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur :

Gerre Hancock was an American organist, improviser, and composer. Hancock was Professor of Organ and Sacred Music at the University of Texas, Austin. His compositions for organ and chorus are widely performed, and he has recorded for Gothic Records, Decca/Argo, Koch International and Priory Records. He died in January 2012.

Présentation de l'éditeur :

This workbook is a compendium of exercises and advice that will lead the student towards effective improvisation. It starts from the premise that improvising must be analysed, planned, and practised carefully and systematically. Its style is informal and encouraging, and the numerous lively exercises are clearly explained.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: OUP Oxford
• Date d'édition: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0193858819
• ISBN 13: 9780193858817
• Reliure: Couverture à spirales
• Nombre de pages: 176