Description
This workbook is a compendium of exercises and advice that will lead the student towards effective improvisation. It starts from the premise that improvising must be analysed, planned, and practised carefully and systematically. Its style is informal and encouraging, and the numerous lively exercises are clearly explained.
About the Author
Gerre Hancock was an American organist, improviser, and composer. Hancock was Professor of Organ and Sacred Music at the University of Texas, Austin. His compositions for organ and chorus are widely performed, and he has recorded for Gothic Records, Decca/Argo, Koch International and Priory Records. He died in January 2012.
Reviews
Strongly recommended as an essential part of every organist's library. * Church Music Quarterly *
Book Information
ISBN 9780193858817
Author Gerre Hancock
Page Count 176
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 589g
Dimensions(mm) 304mm * 230mm * 19mm
About the Author
Gerre Hancock was an American organist, improviser, and composer. Hancock was Professor of Organ and Sacred Music at the University of Texas, Austin. His compositions for organ and chorus are widely performed, and he has recorded for Gothic Records, Decca/Argo, Koch International and Priory Records. He died in January 2012.
Reviews
Strongly recommended as an essential part of every organist's library. * Church Music Quarterly *
Book Information
ISBN 9780193858817
Author Gerre Hancock
Page Count 176
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 589g
Dimensions(mm) 304mm * 230mm * 19mm
