Berklee New Standards: 101 Lead Sheets By Women Composers
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Summary of This Book
"New Standards" brings together a wide range of jazz compositions written by women, carefully curated by Terri Lyne Carrington, founder and artistic director of the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice. Designed as a complementary (and often alternative) resource to the traditional standards repertoire, this collection aims to broaden the musical references used in classes, ensemble workshops, jam sessions, or professional contexts.
The book spans nearly a century of creation: it notably includes a piece by Lil Hardin Armstrong dated 1922, while also featuring titles written in 2021 by young artists from the Institute. This chronological breadth connects the history of jazz to its contemporary evolutions, juxtaposing different aesthetics, approaches to harmony, sense of groove, and ways of constructing melodies conducive to improvisation.
With 101 compositions, "New Standards" highlights a remarkable diversity of voices: from recognized figures such as Mary Lou Williams, Alice Coltrane, Geri Allen, and Maria Schneider, to current voices like Esperanza Spalding, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Cassandra Wilson, Dianne Reeves, Dorothy Ashby, Nubya Garcia, and Nicole Mitchell, among many others. The collection also celebrates the global dimension of jazz by including composers from international scenes, such as Chilean tenor saxophonist Melissa Aldana and Japanese-American pianist Toshiko Akiyoshi. A valuable tool to refresh your programs, diversify your influences, and nurture a more personal playing style.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Jazz, Blues, Soul | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Various (101 compositions by female jazz composers) | Genre | Jazz sheet music (collection of compositions / "new standards") |
| Artist | Terri Lyne Carrington (curation) | ||
Questions frequently asked
How many compositions are included in this collection?
The collection features 101 lead sheets of jazz compositions written by women.
Which composers are featured in New Standards?
The selection includes works by Mary Lou Williams, Alice Coltrane, Geri Allen, and Maria Schneider. Contemporary artists such as Esperanza Spalding, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Cassandra Wilson, Dianne Reeves, Nubya Garcia, and Nicole Mitchell are also included.
Is this book suitable for jazz jam sessions?
Designed as a complementary resource to the traditional standards repertoire, this book can support jam sessions, ensemble workshops, and professional settings.
What time period does the repertoire cover?
The scores span nearly a century of creation, from a piece by Lil Hardin Armstrong dating back to 1922 to compositions made in 2021 by young artists from the Institute.
Which jazz styles are covered in the scores?
The collection is categorized under jazz, blues, and soul genres. The 101 compositions present various approaches to harmony, groove, and melody intended for improvisation. The selection was curated by Terri Lyne Carrington, founder and artistic director of the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice.
