How Miles Davis redefined improvisation through modal melody design
In short: Explore the historical significance and recording techniques behind Miles Davis's landmark album, In a Silent Way, through this MIT OpenCourseWare lecture.
Led by instructor Mark Harvey, this session examines the profound impact of the album In a Silent Way. The lecture delves into the recording process and the historical weight of the work, followed by student demonstrations of modal melody design assignments inspired by the piece's unique approach.
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