Schott Music Crashkurs Arrangieren

Arranging your own music is a creative and rewarding challenge. Writing and performing original pieces is a complex process that involves considering many elements—especially when multiple instruments must work together to create a cohesive and balanced sound.

Crashkurs Arrangieren offers a step-by-step introduction to the world of independent music arranging. Using a unique “musical map” as a guiding concept, this book leads musicians through all the essential aspects of arrangement. Whether your focus is jazz, rock/pop, or classical, this course equips you with the tools to bring your musical ideas to life.

Targeted at aspiring arrangers and composers, the book includes sheet music, audio examples, and practical exercises designed to immediately apply what you’ve learned.

Contents:

• Introduction
• The Musical Map
• Exposition
• Accompaniment
• Counterpoint
• Form
• Harmony
• Instrumentation
• Appendix