Instrumental Arranging

About this book

Gary Whites text introduces students to the concepts of texture and composition with the goal of investing them with the skills necessary for successful intrumental arranging. The text includes coverage of instrumental and vocal ranges and rhythmic compositions applying the ranges to the overall concept of texture. With its step-by-step approach to arranging and orchestration Instrumental Arranging encourages creative arranging through thought-provoking exercises on composing introductions transitions codas and accompaniments. To assist music educators the text also provides range charts for each age group and addresses the limitations of younger musicians.