The instrumental section singer - Implementing vocals in a 3 part horn arrangement

Marit Eline van der Lei

This research investigate how arrangers can use vocals as an addition to their horn arrangements. Through experimenting and literature research I will explore the role a voice can have as an autonomous part in a horn section with 2 other horns. In this research I ask myself the question: How can I use voice to complement 3 part horn arrangements? Using the most common horns in jazz, I make groupings of 2 horns paired up with the voice based on instrument information and range. We will play in different devisions and explore the influence that vowels will have on blending, opting for a homogeneous sound, where the voice is adopted in the section.

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The Instrumental Section Singer

Implementing vocals in your 3-part horn arrangements

How can I use a voice to complement 3 part horn arrangements?

Faculty of Music Department - Jazz Royal Conservatoire, The Hague

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the degree of Master of Music Performance (by research).

Keywords:

Arranging, Vocals, Jazz Voice, Contemporary Jazz,

Modern Jazz, Scatting, Syllables,

Student: Marit van der Lei

Instrument: Jazz Voice

Student Number: 3213110

Domain: arranging

Research Coach: Yvonne Smeets

Extern supervisor: Martin Fondse

Main Subject Teacher: Yvonne Smeets

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