Advisor
Garcia, Socrates J.
Committee Member
Kovalcheck, Steve
Committee Member
Caffey, H. David
Committee Member
Svedlow, Andrew
Department
School of Music Jazz Studies
Institution
University of Northern Colorado
Type of Resources
Text
Place of Publication
Greeley (Colo.)
Publisher
University of Northern Colorado
Date Created
8-2019
Extent
122 pages
Digital Origin
Born digital
Abstract
This dissertation examined and compared six pieces for large jazz ensemble composed and arranged by Thad Jones. The analyses focused on Jones’ arranging and scoring techniques developed through three distinct periods of his career. In Jones’ early period, his arranging style showed influences from the Count Basie Orchestra as evidenced in blues vocabulary, call-and-response between saxophones and brass, and the form and structure of the arrangements. In his middle period, he explored symphonic sounds, suite-like forms, and elements from rock-jazz and funk-jazz music. In his late period, a more comprehensive development of tension and release guided his arranging. The vacancy of the melody, the use of unidentified poly-chords, and other unconventional arranging techniques were tools for Jones’ musical expressions. Jones’ characteristic arranging techniques summarized in the dissertation helped define his style. This comparative study has the potential to inform young arrangers how Jones’ arranging style developed over time.
Degree type
PhD
Degree Name
Doctoral
Local Identifiers
Su_unco_0161D_10743.pdf
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