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- Phrases built around diatonic neighbor tones and perfect fifths to achieve harmonic richness.
Understanding the logic behind Ogerman’s choices helps aspiring arrangers and composers learn to craft similarly effective lines for strings, emphasizing the importance of the specific tuning and characteristic sound of each instrument.
Practical Takeaways for Arrangers and Musicians
Ogerman’s work underscores several vital principles:
Choose keys that complement the instrument’s tuning: Keys like B minor facilitate open-string use, making for more resonant and manageable lines.
Maximize instrument ranges: Writing across the full spectrum of the instrument enhances expressive possibilities.