Jazz Book Recommendation of the month: (price/info)
This 200 page book by jazz arranger Rayburn Wright published in 1982, includes a detailed analysis of 8 classic charts by Sammy Nestico (Basie, Straight Ahead, Hay Burner), Thad Jones (Three and One, Kids are Pretty People, Us), and Bob Brookmeyer (Hello and Goodbye, First Love Song, ABC Blues). It also includes a CD with all 8 arrangements played by the University of Minnesota Jazz Ensemble. Before each complete score is presented, there are study notes explaining melodic construction, harmony, form, orchestration, voicings and substitute chords included in the arrangement. Includes complete scores and an interview with each arranger.
Agreed, this is one of the best books on all aspects of jazz composition. Full scores, reductions in concert pitch, and detailed analysis of real music. Try to find the original recordings if you don’t allready have them though, as they are exceptional as well.