Beyond the Page: an Introduction
Educational Lead Sheets Susan Bell Educational Lead Sheets Susan Bell

Beyond the Page: an Introduction

What does it mean to go “Beyond the Page”?

For me, it started with exploring Lead Sheets. So many musicians think the notes and instructions on a page of music are the Gospel truth; not to be altered. I’d like to challenge that idea. As a composer, I like to think that my pieces are like recipes- a starting point for players to express how this music speaks to them- what story they want to tell. I encourage my students to feel freedom to explore, create and express. Maybe you agree; maybe not.

Let’s talk about it.

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