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This course examines basic fundamentals of arranging and orchestration, including acoustic and electronic instruments, their ranges and characteristics. Students will learn to construct basic lead-sheet arrangements and create arrangements for large and small ensembles in various genres. Final projects will be performed by an ensemble of live instrumentalists with optional vocals.
