ABSTRACT "The Harmonic Explorations of Joe Henderson" A Study By A Professional Jazz Musician Of His Contribution To The Modern Jazz Composition And Tenor Saxophone Sound

Purpose: This is a creative practice led project and exegesis seeking to demonstrate why Joe Henderson is widely considered in the international jazz community to be one of the most meaningful players and composers to emerge from the 1960s, inspiring current players and composers in the field of modern jazz composition and tenor saxophone improvisation by evaluating the influence of his compositions, performance and improvisation techniques on the development of the current generation of Jazz saxophonists. Research Methods Used: 1) Creative component: transcription and analysis of Joe Henderson’s work, composition of original repertoire and a documented CD Recording of a jazz ensemble performing the original compositions. 2) Theoretical component: a review of literature on Joe Henderson’s scores and music, an analysis on the influence of Joe Henderson, and an evaluation of his influence on my development as a musician/composer and saxophonist. A harmonic analysis of transcriptions from music audio files of influential improvisational saxophone solos by the selected artist was written. Transcription is a credible musicological practice for jazz musicians and it enables them to learn tools and develop vocabulary used in improvisation and the jazz language. Original compositions were written, performed and recorded as an audio CD by a jazz ensemble lead by Alfredo Lopes in the harmonic style of Joe Henderson, putting into practice the information learnt from methodologies previously mentioned (Practice Led Research from the Creative Arts Paradigm). The Study is documented as an Exegesis in the following format: 1 Introduction 2 Methodology 3 Literature Review 4 Repertoire Analysis 5 Analysis Of My Own Creative Work 6 Comparative Study 7 Conclusion 8 References 9. Appendix Main Conclusion: This examination has led me to new discoveries in the potentialities as a jazz composer and improviser, having developed from working within the boundaries, structures and influences of various tunes and performances by past masters such as Joe Henderson, who provide knowledge and space to transmute ideas and break new ground. This study contributes to a greater knowledge, assessment and mapping of the influential techniques of Joe Henderson’s music and its impact on the current saxophone playing and composition being integrated into original creative practices which may be used as a Pedagogical study and educational tool.

Resume: Teacher, Musician, Composer

SKILLS Music (Tertiary Level) Lecturer, Multi Instrumental Music Teacher/Band Director/Program Coordinator, Professional Musician and Events Coordinator EDUCATION 2014 Plan to do a PHD in Music Composition at Griffith University in 2014. 2012 Bachelor Of Music (Honors), Southern Cross University, Lismore 1993-94 Associate Diploma of Jazz Studies, Sydney Conservatorium of Music WORK HISTORY 2013 Self-Employed Music Teacher Various contract based positions in schools including: St Andrews Anglican College,Peregian Springs; Lindisfarne Anglican Grammer Anglican, Terranora; Kingscliff High; St Anthonys Primary, Kingscliff; Northern Rivers Conservatorium (Ocean Shores Primary) 1993-2012 Hothouse Music School, Alstonville; Clunes Primary; S.A.E Institute (Byron Bay); Christian Brothers High (Lewisham); Byron Bay Primary; Brunswick Heads Primary; Mullumbimby Primary; St Johns Primary (Mullumbimby); Shearwater Steiner (Mullumbimby); Cape Byron Steiner (Byron Bay); Holy Family Primary (Skennars Head); St Francis Primary (Ballina); Emmanuel Anglican College (Ballina); Gosford Conservatorium of Music; Drummoyne Primary; Ashfield Boys High; Ashbury Primary; Kirrawee Primary; Mater Maria Catholic College, Warriewood; St Marys Star Of The Sea, Wollongong; St Leo's Catholic College, Wahroonga and St Patricks College, Sutherland Tuition of various musical instruments (Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano, Trumpet, Recorder, Percussion & Vocals) to individuals & group classes Preparation and rehearsal for A.M.E.B Exams/Performances for students Conducting school bands Creating and maintaining instrumental music programs for numerous school locations Administration of music programs Creating and delivering of course syllabus (Tertiary level) including history of music, music theory & composition, marketing & business skills, exam & essay marking 1985-2013 Professional Musician Managing, performing, arranging and leading various ensembles and events Studied With Saxophone: Joe Henderson (Verve Recording Artist), Wes Anderson (Wynton Marsalis and Lincoln Centre Jazz Orchestra), Vincent Herring (New York), Odean Pope (Max Roach Quartet), Victor Morosco (American woodwind virtuoso), Dale Barlow, Graeme Lyall & Bernie McGann Clarinet: Richard Percival Flute: Col Loughlan & Gordon Yemm- (Western Australian Symphony & Tasmanian Symphony Orchestras) Piano: Judy Bailey Harmony/Theory: Roger Frampton, Graeme Lyall & Barry Harris (Jazz Educator, New York) Arrangement/Composition: Graeme Lyall Percussion and Rhythm: Greg Sheehan Vocals: Marilane De Mello & Nicky Crayson