Foundations of Arranging and Orchestration
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 134
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
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FOUNDATIONS OF ARRANGING AND ORCHESTRATION is a textbook designed to aid the novice in getting started creating their own original arrangements and orchestrations. The reader is guided through instrument families and their voices, gaining understanding about textures, timbres, and the unique strengths of each. Projects are sequenced progressively to build skill as the reader gains more confidence. The text offers both traditional and contemporary perspectives on the roles and functions of each performer within an ensemble.
John Gerdes is a composer, arranger, music educator, and performer. He holds a Master of Music from Southern Illinois University. He is a past Music Educator of the Year for St. Louis Public Schools and a recipient of the Office Max "A Day Made Better" Teacher of the Year award. His original compositions and arrangements have been performed by SIU, University of Missouri - St. Louis, Webster Groves Christian Church, Oklahoma City University, University of Cincinnati College Music Conservatory, North Park University - Chicago, and New Line Theatre - St. Louis.
John would like to thank his wife Lea without whom this book would not be possible.
FOUNDATIONS OF ARRANGING AND ORCHESTRATION is a textbook designed to aid the novice in getting started creating their own original arrangements and orchestrations. The reader is guided through instrument families and their voices, gaining understanding about textures, timbres, and the unique strengths of each. Projects are sequenced progressively to build skill as the reader gains more confidence. The text offers both traditional and contemporary perspectives on the roles and functions of each performer within an ensemble.
John Gerdes is a composer, arranger, music educator, and performer. He holds a Master of Music from Southern Illinois University. He is a past Music Educator of the Year for St. Louis Public Schools and a recipient of the Office Max "A Day Made Better" Teacher of the Year award. His original compositions and arrangements have been performed by SIU, University of Missouri - St. Louis, Webster Groves Christian Church, Oklahoma City University, University of Cincinnati College Music Conservatory, North Park University - Chicago, and New Line Theatre - St. Louis.
John would like to thank his wife Lea without whom this book would not be possible.