The book is heavily used in Berklee's "Chord Scales" course and is built for active study.
: Building chords in fourths to create an open, modern sound. Modern Jazz Voicings: Arranging for Small and M...
: Review of pitch notation, scales, and basic chord spelling. The book is heavily used in Berklee's "Chord
: Understanding which scales correspond to specific chords to derive "allowable" tensions. : Understanding which scales correspond to specific chords
Modern Jazz Voicings: Arranging for Small and Medium Ensembles , by Ted Pease and Ken Pullig , is a foundational text from the Berklee College of Music that focuses on the transition from traditional, third-based (tertial) harmony to more sophisticated "modern" textures. It is designed for arrangers and performers looking to write for groups of three to six parts, emphasizing color, character, and professional sophistication. 🎹 Core Arranging Techniques
: Strategies for different ensemble types, including winds, strings, and rhythm sections. 🛠️ Practical Learning Features
: An online audio component (originally a CD) includes recorded examples of the techniques being performed.