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27 December 2012, Article
Triadic Paring in Jazz Harmony
Triadic pairing practice for improvisation and composition T riad paring is a relatively new approach to melody and harmony with the uses and application not exclusive to jazz.  And while the results are modern sounding, the original treads can be connected to previous era.   Triad pairing can be used to play both inside and outside chord progressions.  When used artistically and thoughtfully, it can influence melody and rhythm creating a very modern sounds.   No one ...
13 February 2012, Article
Chicago Jazz Magazine
  Jim Gailloreto is an accomplished jazz saxophonist and composer. With a bachelor’s degree in Music Composition from DePaul University and a masters in Music Composition from Northwestern University, Gailloreto has parlayed his diverse skills into a unique amalgam of jazz and string quartet music. He has performed with the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, Chicago Chamber Musicians, Fulcrum Point and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He has also recorded and performed with Blue Note artist Patricia Barber, ...