Jon Gordon on Crafting Effective Preludes and Interludes

Grammy & Juno-nominated saxophonist and composer Jon Gordon demonstrates how to use preludes and interludes to connect larger works using his pieces "Prelude Grace" and "Contrasts". Visit JazzComposersP... to watch full-length livestreams.
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Jon Gordon is one of the most accomplished alto and soprano saxophonists of his generation. Jazz journalist Brandon Bernstein wrote, “Jon Gordon is a master. His compositions, improvisation, tone, and technical virtuosity set him apart as an elite musician of our time.” Down Beat magazine gave his 2008 C.D., "Within Worlds", 4+1/2 stars and selected it as one of the top recordings of the decade. His 2021 C.D., “Stranger than Fiction”, was selected by several jazz journalists for their “Best of 2021” lists. It was nominated for a Juno award for Best Jazz release. A Thelonious Monk award winner, Jon has also been voted numerous times as a "Rising Star", or "Talent Deserving Wider Recognition" on multiple saxophones and in the composition category, in several Down Beat Critic's Polls. “Jon is among that elite few that are truly great alto saxophonists. Not only is he one of my favorite alto and soprano players, he’s also a wonderful and very creative composer.” - Maria Schneider
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AUDIO CREDITS
Intro: “Chance Encounter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records. danjam.ca/
Examples 1: “Prelude Grace”, composed by Jon Gordon. Performed by Jon Gordon, on the album “Evolution” (2009) ArtistShare.
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Examples 2: “Contrasts”, composed by Jon Gordon and Bill Charlap. Performed by Jon Gordon and Bill Charlap, on the album “Contrasts” (2001) Double-Time Records.
Closing: “Crunchy Peanut Butter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records. danjam.ca/

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Great music not jazz !!

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Thanks for watching Martin! Agree to disagree on whether it's jazz, but always appreciate you checking out the lessons.