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Modern Jazz Voicings: Arranging for Small and Medium Ensembles
$24.95
I picked up this book to help me with my Jazz Studies classes. It is amazingly simple and clear, with just enough illustrations to make things easily understood, and a great dose of exercises for practical application. I found it clearly laid out and logically arranged. It's easy to find topics that I'm looking for just from the index, and there aren't pages of unnecessary information to go through before finding the needed resources.

You will need a clear understanding of music theory, but not necessarily of specific jazz, since vocabulary specific to jazz writing is defined and clarified.

The information is laid out as a reference, with information on each instrument, scale, chord, etc., carefully presented for quick reference.

Arranging Game Florina
$44.99
My 3yo niece has loved puzzles for the last year and I thought this would be good one to grow with her. She loves the bright colors and many types of flower designs she can create. It's one of her favorite toys.

KID O Arranging Short To Tall Puzzle
$10.00
We got this puzzle and two others. They are very well made. They are light and easy to carry from shelf to table. The pieces fit in precisely and the finish is very smooth. The knobs are attached with a screw so we won't have to worry about them coming out and getting lost. The pegs are a little biggger than the standard red pegs in a lot of puzzles, easier for younger children practicing the pincer grasp. Also they are self correcting. I am very pleased with my purchase.

Arranging Music for the Real World: Classical and Commercial Aspects (Book & CD set)
$29.95
Great book. Covers the basics and yet is not boring to the experienced musician.