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Post by markmoore on Aug 13, 2022 16:05:05 GMT -5
For those who are interested, I'm in the process of publishing some of Jan Berry's original music scores from the 1960s. I'm transcribing them from the original documents used by the Wrecking Crew to record the original Jan & Dean songs.
I'll post information for each title as they become available.
The series began with publication of the transcription for "Dead Man's Curve."
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Post by markmoore on Aug 13, 2022 16:05:46 GMT -5
 Dead Man’s CurveJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song (and for live performances). Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Size: 10″ x 14″ Length: 48 pages Contents: Cover Page; Introductory Text; Full Score; Individual Charts; and End Page. 18 Parts: Alto Sax 1-2; Tenor Sax 1-2; Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3; Trombone 1-3; Bass; Guitars 1-3; Timpani; Drums; and Piano (classic “big band” lineup for jazz ensembles). Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music, Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Published: May 17, 2022 (Fiji Printing #1). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1132222/Product.aspxjananddean-janberry.com/jan-berrys-authentic-original-music-scores/ |
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Post by markmoore on Aug 13, 2022 16:07:04 GMT -5
 The Anaheim, Azusa & Cucamonga Sewing Circle, Book Review and Timing AssociationJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song (and for live performances). Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 71 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement (with Full Vocal Arrangement and Individual Charts), Full Score Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (with Individual Charts), and End Page. Studio Recording Arrangement (20 parts): Oboe, Bassoon, Trumpet, French Horn; Guitar 1-3, Bass 1-2; Glockenspiel, Timpani, Percussion, Drums 1-2; Harpsichord, Piano; Vocals (lead, falsetto, alto, tenor, and bass). Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (live performances) (11 parts): Alto Sax 1-2, Tenor Sax 1-2, Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3, Trombone 1-3. Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Universal Music Careers. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Published: July 27, 2022 (Fiji Printing #2). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1161003/Product.aspxjananddean-janberry.com/jan-berrys-authentic-original-music-scores/ |
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Post by markmoore on Aug 13, 2022 16:08:04 GMT -5
 BatmanJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song (and for live performances). Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 78 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement (with Full Vocal Arrangement and Individual Charts), Full Score Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (with Individual Charts), and End Page. Studio Recording Arrangement (18 parts): Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3, French Horn, Trombone 1-3, Tuba; Guitar 1-3, Bass; Timpani, Drums; Piano Vocal Arrangement (5 parts): Lead, Falsetto, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (live performances) (11 parts): Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3, French Horn, Trombone 1-3, Tuba. Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: EMI Music Publishing. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Published: August 13, 2022 (Fiji Printing #3). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1189842/Product.aspxjananddean-janberry.com/jan-berrys-authentic-original-music-scores/ |
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Post by markmoore on Sept 9, 2022 15:46:05 GMT -5
 Surf CityJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song (and for live performances). Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Jan & Dean’s blockbuster hit from the summer of 1963—the first record in the Surf genre to hit #1 nationally (#1 Billboard; #1 Cash Box; #3 R&B; #1 Australia; #26 UK; #26 Cash Box Year-End; #28 Billboard Year-End). A BMI Award-winning song. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 61 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement (with Full Vocal Arrangement and Individual Charts), Full Score Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (with Individual Charts), and End Page. Studio Recording Arrangement (14 parts): Guitar 1-4 (with tablature), Bass (with tablature), Vibraphone, Percussion, Drums; Piano; Vocals (lead, falsetto, alto, tenor, and bass). Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (used for live performances in the '60s) (9 parts): Alto Sax, Tenor Sax 1-2, Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3, Trombone 1-2. Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Published: September 9, 2022 (Fiji Printing #4). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1200059/Product.aspxjananddean-janberry.com/jan-berrys-authentic-original-music-scores/ |
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Post by esqeditor on Sept 12, 2022 23:49:23 GMT -5
This stuff is fascinating.
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Post by sloopjohnb on Sept 13, 2022 0:08:05 GMT -5
Woah, 9 instruments in that studio score for Surf City? I knew the pianist wasn't accounted for on the AFM contract, but I didn't realize there were 2 unidentified percussionists as well. That explains the suspended cymbal that couldn't have been played live by either drummer! Always wondered about that.
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Post by sloopjohnb on Sept 13, 2022 0:08:17 GMT -5
I'll have to get that one when I can.
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Post by markmoore on Sept 15, 2022 21:06:15 GMT -5
Woah, 9 instruments in that studio score for Surf City? I knew the pianist wasn't accounted for on the AFM contract, but I didn't realize there were 2 unidentified percussionists as well. That explains the suspended cymbal that couldn't have been played live by either drummer! Always wondered about that. Yeah, the cymbal rolls on "Surf City" were clearly separate, and possibly overdubbed. No record of the percussionist. The score included brass/woodwinds and rhythm section together. The studio version and live performance version were adapted from that main document. Common procedure for Jan. He did experiment with adding horns to the studio version, but he ended up cutting them. |
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Post by markmoore on Oct 5, 2022 11:40:10 GMT -5
 It’s As Easy As 1, 2, 3Jan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song. Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Jan Berry’s duet with Jill Gibson, originally from Jan & Dean’s Dead Man’s Curve/The New Girl in School LP, 1964. Also a Jill Gibson solo single, 1964. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 40 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement (with Full Vocal Arrangement), and Individual Charts. Studio Recording Arrangement (15 parts): Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Flugelhorn, French Horn, Guitar 1-3 (with tablature), Bass (with tablature), Drums; Piano; Vocals (lead, soprano, alto, tenor, and bass). Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Published: October 4, 2022 (Fiji Printing #5). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1211108/Product.aspxjananddean-janberry.com/jan-berrys-authentic-original-music-scores/ |
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Post by markmoore on Oct 9, 2022 0:37:35 GMT -5
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Post by markmoore on Dec 19, 2022 20:50:58 GMT -5
 Rockin’ Little RoadsterJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song. Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Non-single album cut from the Dead Man’s Curve/The New Girl in School LP, 1964. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 44 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement (with Full Vocal Arrangement and Individual Charts). Studio Recording Arrangement (15 parts): Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Flugelhorn, French Horn, Guitar 1-3 (with tablature), Bass (with tablature), Drums; Piano; Vocals (lead, falsetto, alto, tenor, and bass). Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: December 19, 2022 (Fiji Printing #6). |
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Post by markmoore on Jan 17, 2023 21:41:49 GMT -5
Here's an audio preview . . . For anyone interested in Jan Berry's arrangements for brass and woodwinds: "Batman" (1966) — Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (intended for live performances) — (11 parts): Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3, French Horn, Trombone 1-3, Tuba. Note: The music notation software cannot realistically reproduce the glissandos and falls written in the original music score. Otherwise, the playback is remarkably authentic. |
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Post by markmoore on Jan 17, 2023 21:42:40 GMT -5
“Dead Man’s Curve” ( Audio Preview) — Jan Berry’s brass and woodwind arrangement for "Dead Man's Curve" (1964), from the full version intended for live performances in the '60s. The studio (hit single) version was culled from this arrangement, recorded with fewer players. The verses and outro are the same in both versions. Again, the music notation software cannot realistically reproduce the glissandos and slides written in the original music score. The recitation section accounts for the brief gap of silence.
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Post by markmoore on Jan 17, 2023 21:43:06 GMT -5
"Rockin' Little Roadster" (1964) — Audio Preview — Jan Berry’s brass and woodwind arrangement, accompanied by parts for bass and Danelectro six-string bass (guitar), as written in the original music score used by the Wrecking Crew to record the original song.
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Post by jk on Jan 18, 2023 5:12:07 GMT -5
“Dead Man’s Curve” ( Audio Preview) — Jan Berry’s brass and woodwind arrangement for "Dead Man's Curve" (1964), from the full version intended for live performances in the '60s. The studio (hit single) version was culled from this arrangement, recorded with fewer players. The verses and outro are the same in both versions. Again, the music notation software cannot realistically reproduce the glissandos and slides written in the original music DMC has one of the most score. The recitation section accounts for the brief gap of silence. "DMC" has one of the most exciting and ominous starts to any pop song. If anything spells disaster (on wax and regrettably in real life), it's that clash of minor-key riff and major-key chords.  On the subject of regret, Mark, I'm afraid my allegiance lies with Brian's arrangements, as recreated by Joshilyn, and that's quite enough for me! But I do have the greatest admiration and respect for what you're doing. I'm sure your thread would get a lot more attention and many more responses if it were in the main BB section, maybe in a subsection of its own. It's just an idea.  |
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Post by markmoore on Jan 18, 2023 6:16:25 GMT -5
Thanks jk. Responses aren't really necessary, especially on a BB board. I'm just posting these links for the few who may be interested. Next up is the Pop Symphony version of "Little Old Lady." It's all about getting Jan's original music scores on the public record, for posterity.
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Post by markmoore on Feb 2, 2023 7:36:04 GMT -5
  Pop Symphony: The Little Old Lady (from Pasadena)Jan Berry and George Tipton’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew in recording the Pop Symphony LP, 1965. Arranged by Jan Berry & George Tipton Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: The opening track of Jan’s ambitious orchestral project from 1965. Here the classic ’60s hit is re-imagined as a sophisticated Viennese Waltz. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 41 pages Contents: Cover Page, Introductory Text, Full Score and Individual Charts, and End Page. Studio Recording Arrangement (25 parts): WOODWINDS: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet 1 (Clarinet & Flute); Clarinet 2 (Clarinet & Bass Clarinet); BRASS: French Horn 1-2, Trumpet 1-2, Trombone; STRINGS: Harp, Violin 1-8, Viola 1-2, Cello 1-2, Contrabass; RHYTHM: Guitar, Danelectro 6-String Bass Guitar, Drums, Percussion (Triangle, Piatti, Concert Bass Drum) — The original recording was made with 28 Wrecking Crew musicians, plus Jan as session leader. Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. and Universal Music-Careers. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: February 1, 2023 (Fiji Printing #7). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1267159/Product.aspx |
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Post by markmoore on May 5, 2023 20:34:12 GMT -5
 Ride the Wild SurfJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Title track from the Columbia Pictures film Ride the Wild Surf, and a Top-20 hit single for Jan & Dean in 1964. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 51 pages Contents: Cover Page; Introductory text, with commentary on Jan Berry’s arrangement and recording process; Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement; Full Score Vocal Arrangement; and Individual Charts for each score. Studio Recording Arrangement (20 parts): WOODWINDS: Oboe, English Horn; RHYTHM: Guitar 1-3 (including Danelectro 6-string bass guitar, with standard notation and tablature), Bass 1-2 (Fender electric and upright acoustic, with standard notation and tablature), Percussion (Suspended Cymbal and Hawaiian Pu’ili Sticks), Drums; Piano; STRINGS: Violin 1-2, Viola, Cello; VOCALS: (lead, falsetto, alto, tenor, and bass). Number of Distinct Chords: 30 Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. and Careers-BMG Music Publishing, Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: May 5, 2023 (Fiji Printing #8). www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1322832/Product.aspx |
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Post by markmoore on May 31, 2023 16:54:57 GMT -5
I Found A GirlJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song. Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Jan & Dean’s Top-30 hit from the fall of 1965. Folk tinged with sunshine pop. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 55 pages Contents: Cover Page; Introductory text, with commentary on Jan Berry’s arrangement and recording process; Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement; Full Score Vocal Arrangement; and Individual Charts for each score. Studio Recording Arrangement (20 parts): WOODWINDS: Harmonica, Oboe, Tenor Saxophone; BRASS: Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone; RHYTHM: Guitar 1-3 (including electric 12-string and Danelectro 6-string bass guitar, with standard notation and tablature), Bass 1-2 (Fender electric and upright acoustic, with standard notation and tablature), Percussion (Hand Claps and Chimes), Drums, Piano; VOCALS: (lead, lead harmony, falsetto, alto, tenor, and bass). Number of Distinct Chords: 19 Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Universal Music Corporation. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: May 31, 2023 (Fiji Printing #9).  www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1337262/Product.aspx
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Post by markmoore on Sept 4, 2023 20:32:14 GMT -5
The Little Old Lady (from Pasadena)Studio (Hit Single) Version Jan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song. Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: A classic #3 hit by Jan & Dean in the summer of 1964. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 78 pages Contents: Cover Page; Introductory text, with commentary on Jan Berry’s arrangement and recording process; Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement; Full Score Alternate Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (used for live performances in the ’60s); Full Score Vocal Arrangement; Individual Charts for each score; Illustrations, including images from Ja Berry's music archive. Studio Recording Arrangement (18 parts): WOODWINDS: Harmonica; Tenor Sax; BRASS: Trumpet, Flugelhorn, French Horn; RHYTHM: Guitar 1-3 (including Danelectro 6-string bass guitar, with standard notation and tablature), Bass 1-2 (Fender electric and upright acoustic, with standard notation and tablature); Drums; Piano; VOCALS: Lead, Falsetto 1-2, Alto, Tenor, and Bass. Alternate Big Band-Style Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (used for live performances in the ’60s) (8 parts): WOODWINDS: Tenor Sax 1-2, Baritone Sax; BRASS: Trumpet 1-2, Flugelhorn, Trombone 1-2. Number of Distinct Chords: 17 Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. and Careers-BMG Music Publishing, Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: September 4, 2023 (Fiji Printing #10).  www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1383906/Product.aspx
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Post by markmoore on Jan 2, 2024 12:08:48 GMT -5
Honolulu LuluJan Berry’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by the Wrecking Crew to Record the Original Song. Arranged by Jan Berry Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Jan & Dean’s hit follow-up to “Surf City” in the late summer and fall of 1963. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 80 pages Contents: Cover Page; Introductory text, with commentary on Jan Berry’s arrangement and recording process; Full Score Studio Recording Arrangement; Full Score Brass and Woodwind Arrangement; Full Score Vocal Arrangement; and Individual Charts for each score. Studio Backing Track Arrangement (10 parts): Guitar 1-4 (including Danelectro 6-string bass guitar, with standard notation and tablature); Bass (with standard notation and tablature); Percussion (Suspended Cymbal, Hawaiian Pu’ili Sticks, Toms “Hawaiian Style”); Drums; Piano. Studio Vocal Arrangement (5 parts): Lead; Falsetto; Alto; Tenor; Bass. Big Band-Style Brass and Woodwind Arrangement (used for live performances in the 1960s) (9 parts): Alto Sax; Tenor Sax 1-2; Baritone Sax; Trumpet 1-3; Trombone 1-2. Number of Distinct Chords: 17 Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: January 2, 2024 (Fiji Printing #11).  www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1450455/Product.aspx
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Post by markmoore on Jan 16, 2024 19:19:21 GMT -5
Pop Symphony: The New Girl in SchoolJan Berry and George Tipton’s Authentic Original Music Score Used by Wrecking Crew studio musicians to record the Pop Symphony LP, 1965. Arranged by Jan Berry & George Tipton Transcribed by Mark A. Moore Description: Jan & Dean’s Top-40 hit from the spring of 1964 (#26 Cash Box; #37 Billboard), re-imagined as an orchestral arrangement. Perfect for college, state, and local orchestras who want to tackle a more sophisticated version of this classic ’60s hit. Size: 11″ x 17″ Length: 40 pages Contents: (1) Illustrated cover page; (2) Introductory text with commentary on the Pop Symphony album and the musicians who performed on it; (3) Song chronology with recording session details; (4) Full music score; (5) Individual charts for each part in the music score; and (6) Illustrations, including images from Jan Berry’s music archive. Studio Recording Arrangement (22 parts): WOODWINDS: Flute 1-2, Clarinet 1-2; BRASS: Trumpet 1-3, French Horn 1-2, Trombone; STRINGS: Violin 1-8 (2 parts), Viola 1-2, Cello 1-2, Contrabass; RHYTHM: Mandolin 1-2, Harpsichord, Drums, Percussion (Concert Tambourine). Distributed by: ArrangeMe and the Hal Leonard Corporation. Licensed from: Universal Music Careers. Available from: Sheet Music Direct, Hal Leonard’s premier outlet for digital sheet music. Also available from Sheet Music Plus. Published: January 16, 2024 (Fiji Printing #12).  www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1460528/Product.aspx
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Post by markmoore on Feb 11, 2024 5:20:41 GMT -5
Since publication of Jan Berry’s original 1965 music score for “You Really Know How to Hurt a Guy” is forthcoming (Fiji Printing #13)— Pop Symphony version, with a few added elements from the hit single version—I thought I’d share some audio tracks featuring the sound font playback from the music notation application. I’ve isolated the different sections—Rhythm, Strings, Brass, and Woodwinds—so listeners can hear what each section sounds like when accompanied by the bass line. And then compare the sections to playback for the full ensemble. This approach is revelatory, allowing listeners to hear the nuances of this song on a deeper level. Then go back and listen to the original recordings (Hit Single version and Pop Symphony version) to gain a better appreciation of what’s happening instrumentally. You Really Know How to Hurt a Guy:Rhythm Section — sound font playback String Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Woodwind Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Brass Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Full Ensemble — sound font playback Transcribed from Jan Berry’s original music scores.  |
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Post by jk on Feb 11, 2024 6:14:36 GMT -5
I’ve isolated the different sections—Rhythm, Strings, Brass, and Woodwinds—so listeners can hear what each section sounds like when accompanied by the bass line. And then compare the sections to playback for the full ensemble. This approach is revelatory, allowing listeners to hear the nuances of this song on a deeper level. Then go back and listen to the original recordings (Hit Single version and Pop Symphony version) to gain a better appreciation of what’s happening instrumentally. You Really Know How to Hurt a Guy:Rhythm Section — sound font playback String Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Woodwind Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Brass Section with Bass Line — sound font playback Full Ensemble — sound font playback Transcribed from Jan Berry’s original music scores. That's incredible! And, as you say, revelatory. Thanks, Mark.  |
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