Orchestras are not used to playing the kind of stuff jazz…
“Orchestras are not used to playing the kind of stuff jazz musicians like to play. It requires a lot of rehearsal and recording time, so it's much easier to do on a synth or sampler. So, we came up with that idea.”
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Orchestras struggle with jazz complexity, needing extensive rehearsal, making electronic instruments a practical alternative.
In simple terms: Orchestras find jazz hard, so they use synths.
Use synths for complex jazz parts.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- recording sessions
- live performances
- arrangement planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can orchestras retain jazz spontaneity?
- What are the limits of synthesis?
Electronic tools may lack the organic feel of live jazz.