Jazz Scores and Analysis: Volume 2

Master-Level Jazz Scores for Strings and Big Band – Analyzed and Annotated

Following the great critical success of Jazz Scores and Analysis, Vol.1, Richard Lawn has created another masterpiece: Jazz Scores and Analysis – Volume 2: Strings and Other Things.  

These scores all feature world-class string parts, along with more normal jazz orchestral instrumentation. 

Volume 2 includes Orchestral jazz songs with great string writing, by masters of the artform:

Among the many highlights of this book is a previously unknown and unavailable score of Oliver Nelson's Piece For Studio Orchestra and Soloist, and an Eddie Sauter composition from Stan Getz's classic Focus album. 

Included:

• Annotated full scores

• Analysis of each score

• A link to the Orchestrators ToolKit software - an invaluable custom-built aid for composers

• Online access to interviews with each living composer

Spiral-bound, 438 pages, Table of Contents.

Sample Pages:

• Excerpt 1
• Excerpt 2
• Pat Williams Analysis
• Jeff Beal Lead Sheet Reduction

Endorsements:

“Wow, I wish I could have had this book 20 years ago! Here we have overviews, detailed analyses and annotated full scores of compositions by ten masters of writing for strings. It is an absolute treasure trove of information that will inspire anyone interested in jazz composition.”
— Jim McNeely 

“Richard Lawn has provided a thoughtful and extensive resource with this new book. Combining strings with traditional jazz instruments is a puzzle for many arrangers and composers. The artists included here are some of the best at doing this, and any aspiring arranger/composer will find a wealth of material within these pages.”
— Larry Dunlap

“Rick's meticulous analysis of every piece leaves no stone unturned, and this 'Vol. 2, Strings and Other Things' is chock full of invaluable information. A copy will keep a prominent spot on my desk for years to come.”
— John Fedchock