Jazz - Technology Directory

  1. MiBAC JAZZ [Macintosh].
    Rec #: 1234
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by email newsletter
    Abstract:
    MiBAC Jazz Features: twelve jazz styles, flexible song forms, export standard MIDI files, play in any key, silence any part, wrtie bass pedals, simulate slash chords, control dynamics, print lead sheets, change drum sets, humanize rhythms mix styles in songs play multiple songs, set the piano voicings, set the tempo, pick a chrd, write that tune, practice your et, play from a high tech lead sheet, vary the groove, vary the rhythm tension, calculate song times.

     

  2. MiBAC Jazz [Macintosh]. Ellinger, John and Baker, Lynn. Version Ver. 1.6.1. Northfield, MN: MiBAC Music Software; c1991-2001PO Box 468, Northfield, MN 55057, 507-645-5851.
    Rec #: 324
    Call Number: Updated 2002; information obtained from publisher.
    Notes: Cost: $125.00; Lab Five Pack: $375.00; site license: $999.00 per building; demo: free
    Abstract:
    MiBac JAZZ lets you play with a singin' jazz combo--on any tune you'd like, in any key, at any tempo, and as long as you like. You just type in the chords; click the "Write" tool; and click the "Play" tool. Every chorus will have different drum patters, bass lines, piano comping rhythms, and piano voicings. 12 Jazz Styles including 4/4 and 3/4 Ballad, Swing, Bebop, Rock Shuffle, Bossa Nova, Samba, Slow 12/8, you hear sounds live and natural. Exports Standard MIDI Files.

    Reviews: MacWorld, August 1993; Electronic Musician, Jan 1993; Electronic Musician, Sept 1990; Keyboard, Oct 1990; MacWorld, Nov 1990; Yavelow: Macworld Music & Sound Bible, IDG Books