Marching Band Arranging: Methods, Materials, Techniques
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.58 (513 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1438266413 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 154 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-06-07 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Pencil-and-paper procedures are outlined, along with tips and techniques for using MIDI and computer notation software to input, score, print, and record. Detailed without being too technical, "Marching Band Arranging" is an excellent reference for both aspiring writers and for directors searching for ways to improve their group.. An Appendix includes information on copyright issues, suggested reading, and three arrangements with annotations by the author. Conversational in style and full of practical advice, this user-friendly book takes the reader step-by-step through the process of writing effective arrangements that will make any band sound better. Chapters include Fundamentals, Notation Basics, Basic Scoring, Form, The Wind Section, The Percussion Section, Working Procedure, Special Effects, The Jazz Idiom, and Getting A Big Sound With Smaller Groups. Over 150 musical examples illustrate the dozens of practical tips and techniques presented
John G. Aylsworth said Highly Recommended !. I used William Spencer-Pierce's marching band arrangements in my high school marching band for many years. They were always well received by the audience and judging community. My students and I were never dissapointed. I recognize many of the techniques in the book because Bill explained many of the " hows and whys " of his philosophy when I was his client. This book is full of these great nuggets of information on marching ba. Practical and Effective - a must have book for directors Wow, I wish I could have had this book coming out of college. I was fortunate enough to have William Spencer Pierce as an arranger though. WSP helped us take our group to state numerous times and helped us win State in 199Practical and Effective - a must have book for directors Eric Berger Wow, I wish I could have had this book coming out of college. I was fortunate enough to have William Spencer Pierce as an arranger though. WSP helped us take our group to state numerous times and helped us win State in 1994 and the Class A BOA National Championship in 1992.He has managed to create a book to guide any director or student through the same steps he used to create award winning arrangments. The book is straight for. and the Class A BOA National Championship in 1992.He has managed to create a book to guide any director or student through the same steps he used to create award winning arrangments. The book is straight for. Glen R. Allman said An excellent resource. In Marching Band Arranging William Spencer-Pierce presents a concise and practical guide to arranging. For the young teacher or college student, there are sections covering basic theory, instruments, and formal considerations. Experienced teachers will benefit from Spencer-Pierce's suggestions on scoring, voicings, and stylistic issues (such as scoring for jazz charts). Spencer-Pierce explains each lesson clearly, and reinforce
. A graduate of the Indiana University School of Music, William Spencer-Pierce maintains a full-time schedule of teaching, writing, and adjudication. Spencer-Pierce has written hundreds of arrangements for the educational market and has served as an arranger and consultant for over 70 school districts nationwide. In addition to teaching instrumental and vocal music, Mr
. In addition to teaching instrumental and vocal music, Mr. Spencer-Pierce has written hundreds of arrangements for the educational market and has served as an arranger and consultant for over 70 school districts nationwide. About the Author A graduate of the Indiana University School of Music, William Spencer-Pierce maintains a full-time schedule of teaching, writing, and adjudication