The book is heavily used in Berklee's "Chord Scales" course and is built for active study.
: End-of-chapter exercises designed for home use or classroom assignments. Modern Jazz Voicings: Arranging for Small and M...
The text follows a logical progression, starting with prerequisites and moving into complex multi-part writing. The book is heavily used in Berklee's "Chord
: Understanding which scales correspond to specific chords to derive "allowable" tensions. : Understanding which scales correspond to specific chords
Modern Jazz Voicings: Arranging for Small and Medium Ensembles , by Ted Pease and Ken Pullig , is a foundational text from the Berklee College of Music that focuses on the transition from traditional, third-based (tertial) harmony to more sophisticated "modern" textures. It is designed for arrangers and performers looking to write for groups of three to six parts, emphasizing color, character, and professional sophistication. 🎹 Core Arranging Techniques