Author: Travis Frank

Orchestrating a New Musical: The Wind Section

Feb 28, 2021 | 1 |

The musical theatre orchestra wind section includes both woodwind and brass instruments and can be used to provide color, texture, and a big band jazz sound.

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Orchestrating a New Musical: The Rhythm Section

Sep 29, 2020 | 1 |

The rhythm section of a musical theater orchestra is usually defined as the keyboards, guitars, drum kit, and bass. Travis Frank discusses how this section keeps the rhythm and groove throughout numbers and how best to write for this versatile group of musicians.

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Orchestrating a New Musical: Instrumentation and Setup

Jul 24, 2020 | 1 |

Instrumentation is selecting which instruments will be present in the pit band of a new musical and is often determined by the style and budget of the show.

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