The Improvising Concepts of Bruce Forman

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The Improvising Concepts of Bruce Forman
Jazz Education Journal
34
5
51-52, 54-55
2002/03
eng
1540-2886
Interviews jazz guitarist and educator Bruce Forman. Discusses his concept of "orchestral playing," explaining the
method as the ability of the musician to respond and adjust his playing to the context of the musical situation.
Describes Forman's teaching methods, noting the emphasis he places on learning a repertoire of songs rather than
musical techniques alone. Provides a selected discography and bibliography
Théorie et analyse musicales, pédagogie