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1	September in the Rain: The Life of Nelson Riddle more books like this by Peter J Levinson add to wishlist Nelson Riddle comes to life in this biography written by jazz publicist and longtime Riddle friend Peter Levinson. The man responsible for resurrecting Frank Sinatra's career also worked closely with Nat "King" Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, and Rosemary Clooney, as well as penning the film scores for, among others, THE GREAT GATSBY and the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.28! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Contemporary Arranger: Book & CD more books like this by Don Sebesky add to wishlist An authoritative, easy-to-understand text covering all aspects of arranging. This beautifully bound edition contains a compact disc with examples performed by jazz greats such as George Benson, Freddie Hubbard, Hubert Laws and Don Sebesky's complete orchestra. see all copies from $19.95! new only from $28.37! \| first editions
3	Sounds & Scores more books like this by Henry Mancini add to wishlist A practical guide to professional orchestration featuring recorded musical examples performed by Henry Mancini. Included in the book are sections on the woodwinds, brass, the rhythm section and the string section. A recording is included to follow along with the printed scores. see all copies from $27.29! new only from $27.29!
4	The Complete Idiot's Guide to Arranging and Orchestration more books like this by Michael Miller add to wishlist "Music-making made easyaCD included." There are few books on arranging and orchestration, fewer yet that are recent, and none that explain the process easily in a fun-to-read fashion. This book demonstrates how to take a simple composition and arrange it for different types of instrumental and vocal ensembles. The same song is used as an example ... see all copies from $4.35! new only from $14.22! \| SVS
5	Contemporary Choral Arranging more books like this by Arthur E Ostrander, Dana Wilson add to wishlist Comprehensive text about Choral Arranging which encompasses various styles of arranging, uses current source material, and follows a logical, pedagogical order. see all copies from $50.00! new only from $119.50! \| SVS
6	Beginning Theory more books like this by Charles S Peters, Paul Yoder add to wishlist see all copies from $3.97! new only from $29.97!
7	Choral arranging more books like this by Hawley Ades add to wishlist see all copies from $12.24! new only from $197.28! \| signed copies \| first editions
8	Jazz Composition: Theory and Practice more books like this by Frederick Pease, Ted Pease (Composer), Berklee Faculty (Creator) add to wishlist When you think of jazz composers, who comes to mind? Jelly Roll Morton, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus, Bob Brookmeyer. This book is about what they (and many others) do. Jazz composition has evolved into a disciplined art that often evidences great emotional depth and breadth of sophistication. Berklee College of ... see all copies from $27.97! new only from $27.97! \| SVS
9	The Contemporary Arranger more books like this by Don Sebesky add to wishlist An authoritative, easy-to-understand text covering all aspects of arranging. This beautifully bound edition contains a compact disc with examples performed by jazz greats such as George Benson, Freddie Hubbard, Hubert Laws and Don Sebesky's complete orchestra. see all copies from $14.10! new only from $25.66! \| first editions
10	Music arranging and orchestration more books like this by John Cacavas add to wishlist Orchestrating is a highly complex technique and to many, even those with academic training, a mystery fraught with a labyrinth of hazards. What is required, along with innate talent and general musicality, is the practical "know how." This is hard to achieve without actual professional experience and contact with "live" orchestras. To this end, ... see all copies from $18.76! new only from $18.76! \| first editions
11	Arranging and Composing more books like this by Dr. David Baker add to wishlist This professional manual lets you share the secrets of David Baker's success. Baker explains his practical working techniques for piano trio, jazz quartet, four- and five-part writing, chord substitutions, voicings, bass patterns and much more. see all copies from $15.00! new only from $20.99! \| first editions
12	Professional Arranger Composer more books like this by Russell Garcia add to wishlist see all copies from $12.50! new only from $54.55!
13	The Billboard Book of Rock Arranging more books like this by Mark Michaels, arc, Jackson Braider add to wishlist IN see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.19! \| first editions
14	Arranging the Score: Portraits of the Great Arrangers more books like this by Mr. Gene Lees, Jeffrey Sultanof (Foreword by) add to wishlist This text presents a collection by one of the world's greatest jazz writers. An introduction and the following 13 essays draw together Gene Lees' observations on the craft of the arranger. Covering the field from big bands to films and studio backing singers, Lees brings his characteristic blend of personal and inside knowledge, keen reportage and ... see all copies from $21.23! new only from $36.68! \| signed copies \| first editions
15	The Jazz Idiom more books like this by Jerry Coker add to wishlist see all copies from $2.12! first editions
16 view cover	Jazz Composition and Arranging more books like this by Tom Boras add to wishlist Whether you are an arranger or a composer or a music major, JAZZ COMPOSITION AND ARRANGING will help you gain a full understanding of the subject. This comprehensive introduction to the skills and techniques necessary for producing a successful composition and arranging project focuses on the concepts underlying instrumental writing, rather than ... see all copies from $71.00! new only from $88.16! \| SVS
17 view cover	Arranging for the concert band more books like this by Frank Erickson add to wishlist Arranging for the Concert Band and the accompanying workbook are intended to introduce students to basic techniques of arranging for the concert band. Arranging can be divided into two separate processes. The first deals with scoring and transcribing. Scoring is concerned with such things as voicing, doubling, balance and color. The term scoring ... see all copies from $16.09! new only from $16.09!
18 view cover	Arranging techniques for synthesists more books like this by Eric Turkel add to wishlist This book is designed for the amateur or professional musician who want to increase his or her knowledge of arranging. Even though the focus is on techniques for the musician who is electronically oriented, the discussions of acoustic instruments and voices will improve your knowledge of sound production and your arranging skills. see all copies from $13.00! first editions
19 view cover	Instrumental arranging more books like this by Gary C White add to wishlist Gary White's 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 ... see all copies from $31.49!
20 view cover	Jazz Arranging and Performance Practice: A Guide for Small Ensembles more books like this by Paul E Rinzler add to wishlist Deals with the real substance of arranging for small jazz ensembles, in addition to the rudiments. see all copies from $41.56! new only from $41.56! \| SVS
21 view cover	How to Get Real with a Fake Book more books like this by Creative Concepts Publishing, Steve Rawlins (Composer) add to wishlist An easy-to-follow, step-by-step system to understand and create sophisticated piano arrangements and/or orchestrations. Ideal for any musician who wants to play or write notes that are not found on the printed page! Pianist/arranger Steve Rawlins will help players improve their abilities with: chord alterations and voicings; chord substitutions; ... see all copies from $7.08! new only from $7.32! \| SVS
22	Arranging Music for Young Players: A Handbook on Basic Orchestration more books like this by Philippe Oboussier add to wishlist see all copies from $19.34!
23	Scoring for Voice: Book & CD more books like this by Betty Joyce, Jimmy Joyce add to wishlist Scoring for Voice is a comprehensive, easy-to-use guide covering all aspects of vocal arranging. It includes a compact disc containing 50 examples of arranging techniques found in the text and covers such topics as scoring for 2-, 3-, and 4-part voices, scoring behind a soloist, vocal ranges, rehearsal techniques and voice-leading concepts. see all copies from $13.42! new only from $13.42!
24 view cover	Arranged by Nelson Riddle: The Definitive Study of Arranging by America's #1 Composer, Arranger and Conductor more books like this by Nelson Riddle add to wishlist The definitive study of arranging by America's premiere composer, arranger and conductor. A "must" for every musician interested in a greater understanding of arranging. Includes chapters on instrumentation, orchestration and Nelson Riddle's work with Sinatra, Cole and Garland. Two-hundred pages with biography and pictures. see all copies from $16.09! new only from $16.09!
25	Music Scoring for TV & Motion Pictures more books like this by Marlin Skiles add to wishlist see all copies from $10.70! first editions

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