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Charles Mingus : More Than a Fake Book Pdf, Epub, Ebook CHARLES MINGUS : MORE THAN A FAKE BOOK PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Charles Mingus | 160 pages | 01 Jul 1996 | Hal Leonard Corporation | 9780793509003 | English | Milwaukee, United States Charles Mingus : More Than a Fake Book PDF Book I used this book when it first came out. We do not use or store email addresses from this form for any other purpose than sending your share email. Our privacy policy has recently been updated. Nov 01, PST. Whether you play this at a medium tempo or as ablazing burner the result is the same — a unique-sounding chart that swings like crazy. Share Facebook. Sep 12, Rob the Obscure rated it it was amazing. These three books from David Motto make up one of the great sightreading resources of all time. You can also listen to your MP3 at any time in your Digital Library. Close X Music Lists. Even in his teen years, Mingus was writing quite advanced pieces; many are similar to Third Stream Jazz. Please do not use inappropriate language, including profanity, vulgarity, or obscenity. Email address: optional. Do you like the artist? With the help of a grant from the Ford Foundation , the score and instrumental parts were copied, and the piece itself was premiered by a piece orchestra, conducted by Gunther Schuller. We would LOVE it if you could help us and other readers by reviewing the book. Nogales, Arizona , USA. More information about this seller Contact this seller 8. Fast Customer Service!!. Mingus gained a reputation as something of a bass prodigy. Information Pages. All submitted reviews become the licensed property of Sheet Music Plus and are subject to all laws pertaining thereto. This is the foundation for the music to play upon. Besides being a virtuoso bass player who played with the top jazz musicians for four decades, he was also an accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer who recorded more than albums and wrote more than original and innovative scores. Song List. Privacy policy. He has a volatile personal style that often seemed more noteworthy than the music itself. A jazz waltz that swings at BPM. More information about this seller Contact this seller 1. Closer Look. Back to home page Return to top. Make a wish list for gifts, suggest standard repertoire, let students know which books to buy, boast about pieces you've mastered: Music Lists are as unique as the musician! If you do not wish to be contacted, leave it blank. View All Reviews. I am a music teacher. The book shows some signs of wear from use but is a good readable copy. Feel free to recommend similar pieces if you liked this piece, or alternatives if you didn't. Back to home page. No, thanks Yes, send me my cart. Thelonious Monk Fak Art, Music, Literature, Sports and leisure. Mingus was also influential and creative as a bandleader, recruiting talented and sometimes little-known artists whom he assembled into unconventional and revealing configurations. Originally recorded by Charles Mingus on his Mingus Ah Um album in Sy Johnson has transformed this through-composed ballad into a stunningly beautiful setting for full jazz ensemble. Tell a friend or remind yourself about this product. The rhythm section represents the most basic rhythm, the rhythm of life. Rate this product's difficulty level:. Welcome, Guest Login. Soprano sax and a solo trombone engage in an ongoing bluesy dialogue interspersed with swingin' passages for theentire band. Charles Mingus : More Than a Fake Book Writer Open Preview See a Problem? I've never found transcriptions for quite a few of these tunes, like "what love," and the songs that you probably know if you play jazz are much more accurately transcribed here than Published by Hal Leonard Arranged by Andrew Homzy. More by this Performer:. Click to Enlarge. More information about this seller Contact this seller 1. Anyone interested in the music of Mingus should own a copy. The records though, are often regarded as among the finest live jazz recordings. Read our Privacy Policy. Due to his brilliant writing for mid-size ensembles—and his catering to and emphasizing the strengths of the musicians in his groups—Mingus is often considered the heir apparent to Duke Ellington , for whom he expressed unqualified admiration. Next Charles Peirce. Previous Charles Lyell. The stories behind each song are given and accompanied by notes on how Mingus played the piece. Index of Articles. All the ingredients you need for a fine chart. Charles Mingus was a pioneer figure in modern jazz. Elvis Costello has written lyrics for a few Mingus pieces and has sung them in performances and recordings with the Mingus Big Band. Seller Image. Close X Saved to Music List. To send to more than one person, separate addresses with a comma. Charles Mingus Presents Charles Mingus , the quartet's sole album, is frequently included among the finest in Mingus's catalogue. For Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts. Your video is in XX format and is playable on most pre-installed video players. Powell, who had suffered from alcoholism and mental illness for years potentially exacerbated by a severe police beating and electroshock treatments , had to be helped from the stage, unable to play or speak coherently. I am a music teacher. Easy Piano Solos. Charles Mingus : More Than a Fake Book Reviews By the mids, Mingus was suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis popularly known as Lou Gehrig 's disease , a wastage of the musculature. Previous Charles Lyell. Charles Mingus was a pioneer figure in modern jazz. Thelonious Monk Fak I've never found transcriptions for quite a few of these tunes, like "what love," and the songs that you probably know if you play jazz are much more accurately transcribed here than To send to more than one person, separate addresses with a comma. We'll instantly send an email containing product info and a link to it. A wonderful introduction to theexciting music of Charles Mingus skillfully adapted by Andrew Homzy. Book and CD Package. Life Sciences. Time that is the basis for the music to exist within. You can also download at any time in your Digital Library. Mon compte connectez-vous. Mingus was also influential and creative as a bandleader, recruiting talented and sometimes little-known artists whom he assembled into unconventional and revealing configurations. Your Cart Is Empty. I used this book when it first came out. Close X Music Lists. Rate this product's difficulty level:. As a bass player it is imperative that i understand what the songs are about and what inspired them, this book includes all of this information as well as the most accurate transcriptions i've seen of mingus' complex melodies and harmonies He studied trombone , and later cello. With the help of a grant from the Ford Foundation , the score and instrumental parts were copied, and the piece itself was premiered by a piece orchestra, conducted by Gunther Schuller. Condition: Acceptable. Your rate. Credits New World Encyclopedia writers and editors rewrote and completed the Wikipedia article in accordance with New World Encyclopedia standards. For Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts. Sorry but your review could not be submitted, please verify the form and try again. Though he initially expressed rather mixed feelings for Coleman's innovative music: " Teach yourself to play bass guitar at your own pace. New World Encyclopedia writers and editors rewrote and completed the Wikipedia article in accordance with New World Encyclopedia standards. Mingus wrote this piece as a tribute to Charlie Bird Parker with the subtitle If Charlie Parker were a gunslinger there'd bea whole lot of dead copycats. The following decade is widely regarded as Mingus's most productive and fertile period. A truly personal work that celebrates the genius within this jazz legend. Charles Mingus: O. Your email address will be securely stored by MailChimp, our e-newsletter processor, and will never be shared with anyone, for any reason, period. Read our Privacy Policy. Most of the time they use their fingers on the saxophone and they don't even know what's going to come out. Here is a marvelous version for bigband that alternates between a medium slow 2-beat feel and straight ahead swing. Charles Mingus. Showing I was in an ensemble under the direction of Andrew Homzy who did the transcriptions for this book with the permission of Sue Mingus. Used to contact you regarding your review. Sign in for more lists. Click here to see all our Beginners titles. Includes CD with instruction and backing tracks. Stay well. Besides being a virtuoso bass player who played with the top jazz musicians for four decades, he was also an accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer who recorded more than albums and wrote more than original and innovative scores. Fast Customer Service!!. Bud Powell Charles Mingus : More Than a Fake Book Read Online Featuring effective dynamiccontours a nice variety of textures and solos for trumpet and tenor this will become a focal point for concerts or festivals. Book is in Used-Good condition. Close X Music Lists. The pieces were challenging and rewarding to play and perform. The year also saw the release of an unaccompanied album Mingus Plays Piano. Your Screen Name: optional. Please do not use inappropriate language, including profanity, vulgarity, or obscenity. Dozens of musicians passed through his bands and later went on to impressive careers. Item specifics Condition: Acceptable: A book with obvious wear. Categories : Musicians. 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