Jim McNeely on Free Counterpoint in Large Ensemble Jazz

Описание: Legendary composer Jim McNeely explores the use of free counterpoint in big band writing, discussing 3 principles he learned from studying Bach and how they can be applied in jazz, using his pieces “Ad Parnassum” and “The Sky's The Limit”. Visit https://JazzComposersPresent.com to watch full-length livestreams.

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Pianist, composer and arranger Jim McNeely is Chief Conductor of the Frankfurt Radio (HR) Big Band, and Composer-in-Residence with the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. His work as a writer has earned him ten Grammy nominations, in addition to past work with the Danish Radio Big Band, Carnegie Hall Jazz Band and the Metropole Orchestra (Netherlands). As a pianist, McNeely has recorded with Thad Jones, Mel Lewis, Stan Getz, Bob Brookmeyer, David Liebman and more.

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AUDIO CREDITS

Intro: “Chance Encounter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records.
   • Chance Encounter  

Example 1: “Ad Parnassum”, composed by Jim McNeely. Performed by the Swiss Jazz Orchestra And Jim McNeely on the album “Paul Klee” (2006). Mons Records.
   • Ad Parnassum  

Example 2: “The Sky's The Limit”, composed by Jim McNeely. Performed by Richie Beirach, Dave Liebman, and Frankfurt HR Big Band on the album “Quest For Freedom” (2010). Sunnyside.
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Closing: “Crunchy Peanut Butter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records.
   • Crunchy Peanut Butter