Background
Wright, Rayburn B. was born on August 27, 1922 in Alma, Michigan, United States.
(One of the most helpful resources available. Ray Wright h...)
One of the most helpful resources available. Ray Wright has thoroughly analyzed eight classic charts from the pens of Thad Jones, Sammy Nestico and Bob Brookmeyer. The complete full score for each part is presented and the following elements are isolated and discussed: voicings, orchestration, textures, melodic construction, climaxes, chords, etc. The benefit of this book is that you can actually SEE real charts, and then listen to the CD to learn how the written notes translate into REAL music. Highly recommended.
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composer conductor music educator
Wright, Rayburn B. was born on August 27, 1922 in Alma, Michigan, United States.
Bachelor of Music, Eastman School Music, 1943. Master of Arts, Columbia University, 1950.
Trombonist, arranger Tony Pastor Orchestra, 1946, Glenn Miller and Tex Beneke Orchestras, 1947-1948. Chief music arranger Radio City Music Hall, New York City, 1950-1964, co-director music, 1964-1969. Professor jazz studies, co-chairman ensembles and conducting Eastman School Music, Rochester, New York, since 1970.
Composer/conductor television films ABC-television Saga of Western Man, New York City, 1963-1966. Freelance arranger, 1950-1970.
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(A full reference on scoring, complete with CD.)
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(190 page book + CD)
Served with Army of the United States, 1939-1943, European Theatre of Operations. Member American Society Authors and Publications, National Association Jazz Educators (vice president 1975-1979), National Association Recording Artists and Producers.
Son of George Vernon and Jessie (Smith) W. Elizabeth Johnston, October 1, 1950 (deceased 1953). Married Doris Benoit, October 2, 1954.
Children: Andrew, David.