Abstract
In this special contribution, Daniel Fabricius offers a comprehensive array of information, suggestions, strategies, and tips leading to success for directors of school jazz ensembles. This material is compiled from the authors more than four decades of highly regarded experience as a teacher, performer, conductor, and clinician. In his discussion of Jazz Ensemble Instrumentation, Fabricius clarifies standard instrumentation, but provides practical suggestions for adapting incomplete groups into successful experiences. His Literature Selection discussion addresses styles, the calendar of performances, students skills and needs, the budget, and how to select music when student-success is the goal. The standard jazz ensemble setup is described carefully, and several alternative designs are offered, along with the function of each. Perhaps the greatest need for less-experienced directors lies in understanding how to teach this unique type of band music, including its widely diverse set of styles, grooves, special notation, and distinctive performance practices. Readers will find exemplary charts and musical notation showing rhythm, special jazz effects, and how to teach the swing style. This chapter clarifies the major jazz styles, listing the grooves found in each style. Special sections, including Teaching Jazz Improvisation to Soloists and Secrets of the Rhythm Section, provide a blueprint for success.
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