Dr. Benjamin Wright
From R&B Money by The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
February 25, 2026 · 1h 23m · Season 4 · Episode 15
About this episode
Dr. Benjamin Wright discusses orchestration and arrangement in R&B music with hosts Tank and J. Valentine.
Legendary composer and arranger Dr. Benjamin Wright joins Tank & J. Valentine for a masterclass in orchestration, arrangement, and musical storytelling. From shaping iconic R&B records to scoring timeless moments, Benjamin breaks down how strings, horns, and live instrumentation elevate a song from great to unforgettable. We get into working with powerhouse vocalists, writing for emotion, and the discipline behind arranging music that still resonates decades later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Tank, J. Valentine
Guest: Dr. Benjamin Wright
Topics covered
- orchestration
- arrangement
- musical storytelling
- R&B records
- live instrumentation
- emotion in music
Keywords
- orchestration
- arrangement
- R&B
- musical storytelling
- live instrumentation
- emotion
- music discipline
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Organizations: The Black Effect Podcast Network, iHeartPodcasts
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