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Instrumental Jazz Arranging: Part 1
Part 1: Lead Sheets, Head Arrangements, and Two-Horn Arranging
5.03 reviews8 learners
- All Levels
- 2h 32m video
- 11 lectures
- English
- Updated 2026
Taught by Owen Broder
- 2h 32m of on-demand video
- 11 lectures across 4 sections
- One-off payment — no subscription
- Lifetime access on web and mobile
- English audio
Curriculum
4 sections11 lectures2h 32m total
- Course Introduction4:09
- Lesson 1: Lead Sheets & Song Form17:53
- Lesson 2: Notation & Formatting14:07
- Lesson 3: Head Arrangements13:15
- Lesson 4: Harmonization Part 126:07
- Lesson 5: Harmonization Part 219:28
- Lesson 6: Ranges and Rhythm Section12:43
- Lesson 7: Arranging for Two Horns15:42
- Lesson 8: Supportive Material11:41
- Lesson 9: The Arranging Process8:06
- Lesson 10: Score & Part Preparation9:20
About this course
Instrumental Jazz Arranging is a practical, creative, and approachable introduction to the art of writing for jazz ensembles. Designed for musicians, composers, improvisers, educators, and curious beginners alike, this course gives you the tools to create arrangements that sound intentional, expressive, and exciting for both audiences and performers. Whether you’re completely new to arranging, looking to strengthen your fundamentals, or preparing charts for your own band, you’ll find a clear, supportive path into t…
Before you start
- Foundational understanding of functional Western harmony.
- Familiarity with Roman numeral analysis, scale degrees, and jazz chord symbols.
- Students should have access to music notation software of their choice, as the course is designed to build practical notation and engraving skills. While completing assignments by hand is welcome, using notation software is strongly recommended.
- Access to a free Spotify account for curated listening playlists and course listening materials.
Who it’s for
- This course is designed to be accessible to beginner arrangers while still offering valuable insights for more experienced writers. Although some foundational concepts may feel familiar to advanced arrangers, the course emphasizes practical skills, clarity of notation, and musical decision-making in ways that can strengthen and refine any arranger’s craft.
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