Ben Patterson on Harmonizing Soli Sections Using Planing |

Trombonist, composer, and bandleader Ben Patterson explores harmonizing soli sections with chromatic and diatonic planing using his arrangements of "Black Nile" and "Treachery." Visit https://JazzComposersPresent.com to watch full-length livestreams.

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Ben Patterson’s unique musical voice makes him instantly recognizable as a trombonist, composer, and arranger. He is the former lead trombonist and music director for the USAF Airmen of Note, with whom he spent 22 years thrilling audiences with his fiery technique and connecting with students all over the U.S. and abroad. Ben has been a driving force for many Washington, D.C. ensembles, including the Jazz Orchestras of Alan Baylock and Fran Vielma. He also leads his own Washington, D.C.-based jazz combo and big band, both with recordings appearing on the JazzWeek Top-50 radio charts. Ben is also the owner of Pro Jazz Charts, a publishing house specializing in high-level big band arrangements. Ben’s own arrangements are played by bands around the world. Ben is a proud graduate of the University of North Texas.

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AUDIO CREDITS

Intro: “Chance Encounter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records.
   • Chance Encounter  

Examples 1 & 2: “Black Nile”, composed by Wayne Shorter, arranged by Ben Patterson. Performed by The Airmen Of Note on the album “¡Tiempo Latino!” (2004).
   • Black Nile  

Referenced Audio: "Treachery", composed by Eric Harland. Performed by The Monterrey Quartet on the album "Live At The 2007 Monterey Jazz Festival" (2009) Monterey Jazz Festival Records.

Examples 4 & 5: “Treachery”, composed by Eric Harland, arranged by Ben Patterson. Performed by the Ben Patterson Jazz Orchestra on the album “Vital Frequencies (featuring Chris Potter)” (2016) Bonecat.
   • Treachery  

Closing: “Crunchy Peanut Butter”, composed by Daniel Jamieson. Performed by Danjam Orchestra, on the album “Sudden Appearance” (2011) OA2 Records.
   • Crunchy Peanut Butter