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2 words Daniel EK did not say at Spotify’s Stream On: ‘price increase’Sometimes what you don’t say is just as important as what you do say, and during Wednesday’s Spotify Stream On, Daniel EK did not announce an anticipated price increase. All. Continue reading
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Spotify approaches $40bn in all-time payouts to the music industrySpotify says that 'nearly 70%' of every dollar it generates from music 'is paid back as royalties to rightsholders'.
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Japan generated over half a billion dollars from subscription music streaming in 2022New stats published by local trade body RIAJ
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25% of artists earning $10K+ on Spotify are self-distributed, as total payouts near $40BSpotify shared some stats at today’s Stream On event that independent musicians will find both sobering and hopeful. Spotify shared just how much competition there is, but with 914,000 songs. Continue reading
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Reid Signs Publishing Deal with Chester Music LimitedWise Music Group is pleased to announce a global exclusive publishing deal between American composer and sound artist Ellen Reid and Chester Music Limited. A composer and sound artist whose breadth of work spans opera, sound design, film scoring, ensemble and choral writing, she was awarded the 2019 Pulitzer Prize in Music for her opera, p r i s m. Reid is currently working on a work for string orchestra commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic with generous support from the Esa-Pekka Salonen Commissions Fund. West Coast Sky Eternal will be premiered in May 2023. Other projects include a stage work for Dutch National Opera.

In collaboration with composer Missy Mazzoli, Ellen co-founded the Luna Composition Lab. Luna Lab is a mentorship program for young female, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming composers. During the 2022-2023 season, Reid serves as Composer-in-Residence with New Mexico Philharmonic and is Contemporary Music Chair for Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra.

In 2020, she created Ellen Reid SOUNDWALK, an ongoing work of public art that reimagines city parks as interactive soundscapes. SOUNDWALK premiered in New York’s Central Park, featuring the New York Philharmonic, and continues to expand to parks around the world, fostering collaborations with ensembles such as Kronos Quartet and the Philadelphia Orchestra.

"I am honored to join Chester Music's phenomenal line-up of composers — these are artists whose work I deeply respect and admire”, says Ellen Reid. “And I couldn’t ask for a more talented and passionate team than those at Chester and Wise Music Group to help guide me through the next chapter of my career."

Managing Director of Chester Music Limited, Wiebke Busch, comments: “The team at Chester Music is honoured to welcome Ellen Reid, composer and sound artist of a unique dimension! We are inspired by her creative energy and honoured to be part of her creative journey.”

Gill Graham, Group Head of Promotion and Creative Director UK Rights Companies, comments: “I heard SOUNDWALK quite by chance in Central Park and since then it’s been both inspiring and rewarding getting to know Ellen and her catalogue. We look forward to collaborating with Ellen and her team on exciting musical adventures.”

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Price hike for touring visas is a bad idea coming at the worst timeProposed increases of 205% and more for visas for foreign musicians performing in the U.S. threatens to make coming to America to tour financially impossible for most artists. By Rufus Sivaroshan, a. Continue reading
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Jazz Tutorial: Creating an Artistic Interpretation of a Song with Piano. Someday My Prince Will Come – Pro LevelYou can check level 3 (Advanced level) in this post here: Jazz Tutorial: Advanced Arrangement of Someday My Prince Will Come

Jazz music is known for its improvisational nature and artistic interpretation of songs. In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to create an artistic interpretation of a song on the piano, using the example of a dreamy and impressionistic version of a jazz standard.

First, it’s important to adopt the perspective of an artist. Think of yourself as a painter, using colors and textures to create a unique version of the song. The piano has a wide range of dynamics and articulations that can be used to create a broad spectrum of sound.

In this version of the song, the intro is a departure from the original arrangement, but it still has elements of the original melody and harmony. The intro showcases the versatility of the piano, using sudden moments of loud and soft, and gradual crescendos and diminuendos.

To create an artistic interpretation of the song, it’s important to keep in mind the tools available to us, including the piano’s range and articulations. In the intro, we see a nice long legato run in measure 6, followed by a nice implementation of separated and detached staccato notes. There’s also a good illustration of subtle dynamics in the B/D7 chord in the second measure, which pops out of nowhere and fades into a softer dynamic in the Ebmaj7#11 chord.

Throughout the intro, we see examples of how the melody is present, even if it’s not super obvious. For example, the F note is the 5th of the F chord, and then it jumps up to an A# (Bb), the #11 of the F#/E7#11 chord. Then it jumps down to be the F#, the 3rd of the D7 chord. The melody is also present in the voicings of the chords, sometimes as the highest note and other times as an interior note.

One way to create an artistic interpretation of a song is to re-harmonize it. In this version, the only reharmonized chord is the F#/E7#11. One way to approach re-harmonization is to consider what chord tone the melody note could be, and plug that chord in.

Upper structures are also a great tool for creating new colors and textures in jazz music. In this version, we see examples of upper structure triads, upper structure quartals, and upper structure pentatonic voicings.

To create your own artistic interpretation of a song, experiment with different chords, voicings, dynamics, and articulations. Remember that the piano is a versatile instrument, and there are countless ways to paint your picture with sound.

In conclusion, creating an artistic interpretation of a song on the piano requires a perspective of an artist, a deep understanding of the piano’s range and articulations, and a willingness to experiment with different chords and voicings. Keep the melody in mind, even if it’s not super obvious, and use tools like reharmonization and upper structures to create new colors and textures. With these tools and techniques, you can create a unique and beautiful version of any song.

If you want access to all of these arrangements (Beginner’s • Intermediate • Advanced • Pro) you can download them here: Someday My Prince Will Come in 4 levels

Jazz Tutorial: Advanced Arrangement of Someday My Prince Will ComeYou can check level 2 (Intermediate level) in this post here: How to Play the Real Book: Level 2 Arrangement of “Some Day My Prince Will Come”

Someday My Prince Will Come is a classic jazz standard that has been recorded by numerous jazz musicians. In this tutorial, we will explore an advanced arrangement of this song and discuss some techniques that can be used to create more complex and interesting arrangements.

Before we get started, let’s talk about what to expect in this level 3 arrangement. We’ll be using techniques from the previous levels, such as embellishing the melody, enclosures, and broken chords on the left hand. However, we’ll also be introducing some new techniques like borrowing from the minor key, modal interchange chords, and a more advanced rhythmic grid.

Setting Up an Introduction

The first thing we’ll discuss is the introduction. The intro sets the tone for the entire song and is a great way to build tension and establish the key. In this arrangement, we’re using a dominant pedal point in the key of F to build tension. The dominant of our key is Bb, so we’re using the note F as a pedal point in the bass. This creates a clearly defined anchor for the listener and allows us to introduce chords that aren’t in the key, like the Db/F and C/F in the intro.

Borrowing from Minor

Another technique used in this arrangement is borrowing chords from the minor key. We can borrow chords from the parallel minor key to add a bit of color to the arrangement. For example, in the first line of the arrangement, we’re using the bVI chord from the Bb minor key, which is Dbmaj7.

Modal Interchange Chords

Modal interchange chords are another way to add color to your arrangement. These are chords that are borrowed from a parallel mode or key. In this arrangement, we’re using modal interchange chords to create an intro and outro. We’re using chords from the Bb Mixolydian mode to create an intro that leads us into the song. Then, in the outro, we’re using chords from the Bb Aeolian mode to create a sense of resolution.

Advanced Rhythmic Grid

The rhythmic grid is another important aspect of this arrangement. We’re using an eighth-note subdivision to define our grid, which creates a more complex and interesting rhythmic feel. The left hand is also filling in the spaces offered up by the right hand, which creates a more clearly defined bass line.

Upper Structure Chords

Finally, we’re using upper structure chords in this arrangement. Upper structure chords are chords that are built on top of a basic triad or seventh chord. They allow us to highlight tensions within the chord and create a unique and interesting voicing. In this arrangement, we’re using a D/F7 chord as an upper structure chord in the intro.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we’ve explored an advanced arrangement of Someday My Prince Will Come and discussed some techniques that can be used to create more complex and interesting arrangements. By borrowing chords from the minor key, using modal interchange chords, and creating a more advanced rhythmic grid, we can create an arrangement that is both sophisticated and accessible. We hope this tutorial has given you some ideas and inspiration for your own arrangements. If you’re interested in learning more about jazz theory and improvisation, be sure to check out mDecks Music‘s other resources.

If you want access to all of these arrangements (Beginner’s • Intermediate • Advanced • Pro) you can download them here: Someday My Prince Will Come in 4 levels

You can read the next level jazz tutorial (Pro Level) of Someday My Prince Will Come here:Jazz Tutorial: Creating an Artistic Interpretation of a Song with Piano. Someday My Prince Will Come – Pro Level