How to Create a Successful Music Ensemble: Running Your Group and Arranging the Music

Patrick Gazard

ISBN 10: 1780382464 / ISBN 13: 9781780382463

Published by Rhinegold Education, 2012

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184 pages. 9.69x6.61x0.47 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: How to Create a Successful Music Ensemble: Running Your Group and Arranging the Music
• Publisher: Rhinegold Education
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1780382464
• ISBN 13: 9781780382463
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.37 kilograms

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Synopsis

Here, for the first time, is the definitive practical guide to setting up a choral or instrumental ensemble and running it effectively. Aimed at experienced solo musicians, it illustrates how to harness individual skills to build an exciting and creative group dynamic. Every aspect of performing together is covered, from choosing repertoire and arranging the music to devising innovative rehearsal techniques, all leading to that successful final performance. Both a step-by-step 'how to' book, and a comprehensive reference resource, "How To Create a Successful Music Ensemble" features the insights of several experienced musical directors and also covers topics like practicalities, publicity and conducting techniques. Additional resources can be found on the book's companion website, including audio files of the music in the book and an original arrangement. With illuminating real-life case studies throughout, "How To Create a Successful Music Ensemble" is the ultimate guide to every practical and artistic aspect of creating and maintaining one of music's most rewarding collaborative forms.

About the Author

Patrick Gazard has over 20 years experience in music and music education, during which he has run numerous youth and adult ensembles, with several of his groups reaching the final stages of national competitions. Now a freelance teacher and conductor/ composer, Patrick is also an arranger for Music Sales and Banks Music Publications. He currently leads two jazz bands and the Stage Choir at High Wycombe Music Centre. Patrick is the author of Rhinegold Education's acclaimed You Can Teach Primary Music.